Printronix Online Data Validator Bedienungsanleitung

Online Data Validator User’s ManualSL5000r and T5000rRFID Smart Label and Thermal Printers™™

Chapter 2Bar Code Failures100Unscannable: xx Missing CodesData validation error: missing bar code. An expected bar code is missing or was printed so p

101Unscannable: xx Missing Codes (continued)6. Make sure that Min. Read Scans (page 73) and Min. Code Height (page 85) are set correctly.7. Make sure

Chapter 2Troubleshooting102TroubleshootingIf you are having problems with the validator, consult Table 7 for a list of symptoms and possible solutions

103Printing 3 mil or 5 mil x-dimension width bar codes constantly causes error messages.The validator does not recognize x-dimensions as small as 3 mi

Chapter 2Troubleshooting104The printed bar codes are causing error conditions. (continued)•Bar code type. The validator only recognizes the following

105MaintenanceWARNINGClass 2 laser light. Do not stare into the laser beam or a reflected image of the laser beam.WARNINGUsing controls, making adjust

Chapter 2Maintenance106

107AContact InformationPrintronix Customer Support CenterIMPORTANTPlease have the following information available prior to calling the Printronix Cust

108Printronix Supplies DepartmentContact the Printronix Supplies Department for genuine Printronix supplies.Americas (800) 733-1900Europe, Middle East

Corporate Offices109Printronix Commercial (Shanghai) Co. Ltd 22F, Eton Building East No.555, Pudong Av. Shanghai City, 200120, P R China Phone: (86) 4

111 Installation Instructions... 13Overview...13Sa

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111AAdjusting the scanning beam, 35, 41Auto detect bar codes, 59, 89Auto Report, 55Auto Report Time, 55Average BWD, 58BBad bar codes, 89Bar Code Demo

Index112Contrast too low / Check media, 98ODV COMM ERR, 98Overall Grade / Fail, 98Poor scanning / Check heat&head, 98Poor scanning / Check media,

Index113Poor scanning / Inspect head, 99Print Settings, 79Print speed limits, 85Printing reports, 54Profile H Mag, 78QQuiet zones, 60RRemoving the val

Index114error action, 90installation, 17maintenance, 105options, 59, 64panel, 47parameters, 13removal, 17reporting, 54statistics, 58Validator action,

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Table of Contents12Advanced Validator Options ...64General Process for Barcode Analysis ...

131Installation InstructionsOverviewThe online data validator (ODV) is an external bar code scanning device attached above the paper exit of the print

Chapter 1Overview14 •The validator can also evaluate PDF 417 bar codes. For PDF 417 Limited, the validator works best with security level 5 or higher,

15Tools and Materials You will Need•SL5000r/T5000r User’s Manual•Static wrist strap*•2.5 mm hex key*•#2 Phillips Screwdriver*Parts List•3 mm hex key•V

Chapter 1Safety Notices16 Safety NoticesThe validator is a Class 2 laser product. The following notices apply at all times when the printer is powered

Prepare the Printer17Installation and RemovalThis section describes how to install the validator. To remove the validator, reverse the steps of this p

Chapter 1Installation and Removal18 Install the Ferrite1. Loosen the two captive screws securing the top of the frame side cover. (Figure 2.)2. Tilt t

Install the Ferrite19Figure 3. Locating the Ferrite Position on the Power/Data Cable3. Stretch the Power/Data cable out straight on a flat surface.4.

Chapter 1Installation and Removal20 Figure 4. Routing the Power/Data Cable CAUTIONTo prevent electrostatic damage to electronic components, always wea

Install the Ferrite21Figure 5. Wrapping the Power/Data Cable Around the Ferrite8. Using the P10 connector end of the power/data cable, insert the cabl

Chapter 1Installation and Removal22 Figure 6. Inserting the Wire Saddle Into the Frame Boss11. Insert the wire saddle into the frame boss. (Figure 6.)

Install the Ferrite23Figure 7. Routing the Power/Data Cable From the Hole in the Frame Wall12. Route the power/data cable through the wire saddle.1834

Chapter 1Installation and Removal24 Figure 8. Adding the Grommet to the Power/Data Cable13. On the media side of the printer, slide the split grommet

Install the Ferrite25Figure 9. Position the Ferrite15. On the electronics side of the printer, position the ferrite on top of the upper DC motor. (Fig

Chapter 1Installation and Removal26 Figure 10. SL/T5000r Energy Star Models – Plugging the Power/Data Cable into the ODV Interface PCBA and then into

Install the Ferrite27Figure 11. Replacing the Media Width Guide18. Replace the standard (blue) media width guide on the media damper with the extended

Chapter 1Installation and Removal28 Install the ValidatorFigure 12. Attaching the Validator to the Bracket1. Using two 6-32 Phillips head screws, atta

Install the Validator29Figure 13. Positioning the Validator on the Bracket1. Apply even pressure to the side of the validator as you tighten the screw

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Chapter 1Installation and Removal30 Figure 14. Attaching the Validator/Bracket Unit to the Printer3. Face the front of the printer while installing th

Attach the Power/Data Cable31Attach the Power/Data CableFigure 15. Attaching the Power/Data Cable1. Plug the DB15 connector end of the power/data cabl

Chapter 1Installation and Removal32 .Figure 16. Securing the Power/Data Cable4. Route the tie wrap back through the second upper slot and underneath t

Attach the Power/Data Cable338. Gently pull the power/data cable to minimize the slack along and behind the bracket. Push any excess slack through the

Chapter 1Enable the Validator34 Enable the ValidatorNOTE:If you make any changes to the default configuration menu items, you will be prompted to save

Continuous, Tear-Off, and Tear-Off Strip35Adjust the Scanning BeamNOTE:Make sure the printer is on and the scanning beam is on. If the beam is off, pr

Chapter 1Adjust the Scanning Beam36 Figure 18. Scanning Beam LocationPeel-Off Media Handling ModeIf your printer is configured for Peel-Off Media Hand

Cut Media Handling Mode37Figure 19. Aligning the Scanning Beam: Peel-Off Media Handling Mode OnlyCut Media Handling ModeIf your printer has a cutter i

Chapter 1Adjust the Scanning Beam38 Figure 21. Scanning Beam Location: Cutter Installed183466aAScanning BeamNotch in the Upper Enclosure CutterFrom Fi

Cut Media Handling Mode39Figure 22. Scanning Beam Adjustment ScrewsFigure 22 shows the screws used to adjust the position of the scanning beam. The po

Software License AgreementCAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRINTER. USING THIS PRINTER INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF

Chapter 1Adjust the Scanning Beam40 Scanning Beam Vertical AlignmentScanning Beam Skew AdjustmentCorrect vertical alignment of the scanning beam. The

Scanning Beam Skew Adjustment41Shifting the Scanning BeamThis option enables you to shift the scanning beam horizontally to the left or right. The lef

Chapter 1Calibration42 CalibrationWARNINGClass 2 laser light. Do not stare into the laser beam or a reflected image of the laser beam.WARNINGUsing con

Scanning Beam Skew Adjustment434. Make sure the bar code is under the scanning beam.5. Press and hold the RESET button on the validator for 4 to 6 sec

Chapter 1Calibration44 8. Power the printer off, wait a few seconds, then power the printer on.If the calibration was successful, the scanning beam is

Bar Code Validation Demo Page457. Press the TEST PRINT key to enter the Test Print menu. Continue to press TEST PRINT until Barcode Demo displays.8. P

Chapter 1Calibration46

472OperationBasic Validator SetupUnit PositioningThe validator must be positioned so that the scanning beam covers the entire area containing the bar

Chapter 2Basic Validator Setup48CAUTIONDo not lift the printer by the validator unit or by the bracket.CAUTIONThe validator contains sensitive electro

VALIDATOR Menu49VALIDATOR MenuVALIDATOR1 second* 1 to 10 secondsShort Report*(cont. on next page)Notes:* = DefaultItalicized items appear only when Ad

2. IN NO EVENT WILL PRINTRONIX, INC. BE LIABLE FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, BUSINESS INTERRUPTIONS, OR ANY OTHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSE

Chapter 2Basic Validator Setup50VALIDATOR(cont. from previous page)Minimum* MaximumDisable* Enable0.15 to 1.00 inches0.30 inches*Notes:* = DefaultItal

VALIDATOR Menu51VALIDATOR(cont. from previous page)0 to 2550% to 100%0%*Notes:* = DefaultItalicized items appear only when Admin User is set to Enable

Chapter 2Basic Validator Setup52VALIDATOR(cont. from previous page)Notes:* = DefaultItalicized items appear only when Admin User is set to Enable (in

Enabling and Disabling the Validator53Configuring the ValidatorSetting validator options is done through the printer configuration menu. The validator

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator547. Press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to lock the ↵ key, then press PAUSE to take the printer offline.8. Press PAUSE a

Validator Reporting55Setting Auto ReportThis function allows you to disable or enable an automatic validator report printout after a batch job or Bar

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator565. Press + or – to scroll through the choices: 1 to 10 seconds. The default is 1 second.6. When the desired number

Validator Reporting572. If necessary, press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to unlock the ↵ key.3. Press until VALIDATOR displays.4. Press ↓ until Telemetr

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator58• Full Report. Provides a completed report of all the data captured by the validator.• Validation Mode. Provides t

Defining Validator Options59printed exactly as the validator expects, the BWD is 0%. However, if the bar width as printed is 25% wider or narrower tha

Communication NoticesThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC R

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator60Checking Quiet ZonesQuiet zones are the white spaces surrounding the bar code. Each bar code requires a minimum qu

Defining Validator Options615. Press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to lock the ↵ key, then press PAUSE to take the printer offline.6. Press PAUSE again to

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator622. If necessary, press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to unlock the ↵ key.3. Press until VALIDATOR displays.4. Press ↓

Defining Validator Options63Num RetryThis option allows you to set the number of times a form will be reprinted before the printer stops. After you cl

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator64Advanced Validator OptionsThe following items are considered advanced items and are only visible if Admin User is

Advanced Validator Options657. Press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to lock the ↵ key, then press PAUSE to take the printer offline.8. Press PAUSE again to

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator661. Press to take the printer offline and place the printer in Menu mode.2. If necessary, press ↓ and ↵ at the sa

Advanced Validator Options67The Overall Grade is determined by taking the lowest grade obtained for any of these bar code quality parameters: Decodeab

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator68The bar code was scanned five times: four scans had values of 0.51 (grade B) and one scan had a value of 0.40 (gra

Advanced Validator Options69EC MinNOTE:This parameter factors into the Overall Grade (page 66). The higher the value, the stricter the criterion for p

CE Notice (European Union)Marking by the CE symbol indicates compliance of this Printronix system to the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive o

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator701. Press to take the printer offline and place the printer in Menu mode.2. If necessary, press ↓ and ↵ at the sa

Advanced Validator Options717. Press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to lock the ↵ key, then press PAUSE to take the printer offline.8. Press PAUSE again to

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator72SN ThresholdThis menu item sets the SN (signal to noise) threshold used by the validator to discriminate between h

Advanced Validator Options73Min. Read ScansThis menu item sets the minimum number of scans per bar code that must be read. If less than the minimum nu

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator74Scan ReportIMPORTANTTo print a Scan Report, Telemetry Data must be set to Full Report.This executable menu item pr

Advanced Validator Options75Scan Report Information1. “ERROR:” followed by highest priority failure message (if an error other than “Unscannable Code”

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator76The following is a sample scan report of a Code 39, 10 mil bar code containing "*PTX8702*" with a quiet

Advanced Validator Options779. Press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to lock the ↵ key, then press PAUSE to take the printer offline.10. Press PAUSE again to

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator78Profile H MagThis menu item selects the horizontal magnification for printing the scan profile. This allows you to

Advanced Validator Options79Print SettingsThis is an executable menu item that reads and prints the settings used by the validator.The response receiv

TaiwanLithium Battery WarningThe controller board contains a lithium battery sealed inside the real-time clock chip. Do not disassemble the chip to re

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator80[~HU####]freq= 400[~HV###]GTLA_len= 199[~HY###]snoise= 070[~HX###]dist= 084[~H=#]dyn_out= 000[~H!###]zone_tol

Advanced Validator Options81Scanner SettingsThis option has two purposes:•Allows the validator to upload an optimized setting for a particular printer

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator82Beam WidthThis menu item allows you to adjust the width of the scanning beam to focus on specific areas where bar

Advanced Validator Options83Beam ShiftThis option enables you to shift the scanning beam horizontally to the left or right. The left edge of the beam

Chapter 2Configuring the Validator84General Process for Barcode AnalysisThe following flow chart is an overview of how the validator performs the barc

Print Speed Limits85OperationThere are a number of factors which contribute to successful bar code validation, including printer speed, on-demand prin

Chapter 2Operation86Use this formula to determine printer speed in relation to bar code height:NOTE:Set Min. Code Height to the height of the shortest

Print Speed Limits87Min. Code GapMinimum Code Gap represents the distance between the closest bar codes within a print job. The distance is measured f

Chapter 2Operation887. Press ↓ and ↵ at the same time to lock the ↵ key, then press PAUSE to take the printer offline.8. Press PAUSE again to put the

Bad Bar Code Error Detection89Bar Code FailuresThe validator tells the printer to announce a fault condition in two situations:•if the validator detec

Printronix Online Data Validator (ODV) Compliance StatementThe Printronix Online Data Validator gathers data per the ISO/ANSI method of verification t

Chapter 2Bar Code Failures90For more information on choosing a value for the Number of Codes parameter, see “Setting Number of Bar Codes on a Form” on

Validator Action (Error Action)91Forms Printed After an Error DetectionBecause of physical differences between the location of the printhead and the s

Chapter 2Bar Code Failures92StopIf the validator detects a bar code failure, the print job stops, the printer status indicator lamp flashes, the alarm

Validator Action (Error Action)93If more than one form is overstruck, only the first overstruck form is lost (the one with the missing or bad bar code

Chapter 2Bar Code Failures94Grade&ReportIn this mode, the entire print job will print uninterrupted. If one or more errors is detected, the printe

Validator Action (Error Action)95Rescan&RetryThis mode is similar to Rescan Form with one exception: after the printer has rescanned the form and

Chapter 2Bar Code Failures96It will then slew to the next top of a blank form and reprint the same form or go to the next form, depending on the setti

Error Messages97Bar code quiet zone too smallData validation error: the blank zone(s) left or right of the bar code is not big enough to meet the mini

Chapter 2Bar Code Failures98Contrast too low Check mediaData validation error: the contrast between bars and spaces is not sufficient. This can be cau

Error Messages99Poor scanning Check mediaData validation failure: percent decode. The validator detected gross inconsistencies within the height of th