HONEYWELL PX65 (01) PDF MANUAL

HONEYWELL PX65 (01) PDF SUMMARY:

What print speed do the PX45 and PX65 printers support?

The PX45 and PX65 printers support a print speed of up to 12 inches per second (ips).

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What is the purpose of the Print/Feed button?

The Print/Feed button is used to feed media, pause print jobs, and print.

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What does it mean when the Ready-to-Work indicator is on?

When the Ready-to-Work indicator is on, the printer is ready for a print job.

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What does it mean when the Ready-to-Work indicator is blinking?

When the Ready-to-Work indicator is blinking, the printer is not ready for a print job.

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What does it mean when the Ready-to-Work indicator is off?

When the Ready-to-Work indicator is off, the printer is turned off, not communicating, or not ready to print. For example, the printer may still be starting up, or a firmware upgrade is underway.

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What is the function of the Menu/Home button?

The Menu/Home button toggles between the Ready screen and the Main Menu. If menu shortcuts have been created, the Main Menu is replaced by the Quick Choices menu, with the Main Menu appearing as the first item in the Quick Choices list.

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What is the function of the directional pad?

The arrow buttons on the directional pad are used to highlight an item on the screen.

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What is the function of the Enter button?

The Enter button is used to select the highlighted item or save settings in a menu or list.

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What is the function of the Back button?

The Back button returns to the previous menu or page or stops a running Fingerprint application.

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What appears on the Ready screen by default?

After the printer completes the startup process, the Ready screen appears. By default, the screen displays the printer command language. The status bar at the top of the screen displays information and status icons.

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What does the Main Menu contain?

The Main Menu contains features to help configure and manage the printer. The printer cannot print while the Main Menu is on the screen.

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What items are listed under the Main Menu?

The Main Menu includes icons for Printer information, Programs, Settings, Tools, and Wizards.

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What does the Printer information icon display?

The Printer information icon allows the user to view basic printer information.

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What does the Programs icon list?

The Programs icon lists the programs installed on the printer, including utility programs provided as part of the printer firmware, as well as programs installed by the user. The Programs menu item only appears if the printer command language is set to Fingerprint.

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What does the Settings icon do?

The Settings icon lets the user view and change printer settings.

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What does the Tools icon do?

The Tools icon lets the user print test labels, manage a connected USB storage device, restore printer default settings, save and load printer profiles, and configure menu item shortcuts.

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What does the Wizards icon list?

The Wizards icon lists the wizards that can be used to configure printing, communications, and collaboration.

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When do the alphanumeric or numeric keypads appear on-screen?

When a setting is selected that requires typing characters, an alphanumeric or numeric keypad appears. To access the extended numeric keypad, select the 123 key on the alphanumeric keypad.

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What Printing Wizards are available?

The available Printing Wizards are Media Setup, Print Quality, Loading Media, and Loading Ribbon (TTR printers only).

• Media Setup: Select media and printing type (DT or TRR), media width, length, media margin (X), Start and Stop Adjust values, and print speed.
• Print Quality: Prints a series of labels to test print quality.
• Loading Media: Shows how to load the media.
• Loading Ribbon: (TTR printers only) Shows how to load a roll of ribbon.

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What Communication Wizard is available?

The Line Analyzer logs all incoming data on all communications channels and saves the data to a log file.

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What Calibration Wizards are available?

The available Calibration Wizards are Media and Date & Time.

• Media: Calibrates the label stop sensor and displays current print settings.
• Date & Time: Calibrates date and time settings, such as time zone. Lets you set the date and time and specify the format.

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What is a printer command language?

A printer command language is a set of instructions that controls printer functions, configures the printer, returns the status of the printer, controls peripheral devices, and formats a label or receipt for printing.

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What command languages and language simulator support options do the printers support?

The printers support Autosense, Direct Protocol (DP), Fingerprint, Intermec Printer Language (IPL), ZPL Command Language Simulator (ZSim), Datamax Programming Language (DPL), and Smart Printing (C#).

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What is Autosense?

Autosense allows the printer to automatically sense, from label to label, the incoming data stream and its language, and print each label accordingly. It also supports auto-detection of DP, ZSim, and DPL.

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When should I set the printer to a specific printer command language instead of Autosense?

In an environment where only one command language will be used, it is highly recommended to set the printer to the specific printer command language for better printer language conformance.

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What is Direct Protocol (DP)?

Direct Protocol is a subset of Fingerprint that uses a more intuitive English-like syntax. This flexible, host-based printer command language can also be used with Smart Printing applications. Direct Protocol lets you combine predefined layouts and variable data to create labels, tickets, and tags. If you are using barcode software, select Direct Protocol as your printer command language.

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What is Fingerprint?

Fingerprint is a BASIC-inspired general purpose printer language. Use Fingerprint to design custom label formats and write printer application software. If you plan to run Smart Printing applications directly on the printer, without connecting to a PC, select Fingerprint as your printer command language. Fingerprint is the default printer command language.

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What is Intermec Printer Language (IPL)?

IPL is a host-based printer command language. Use IPL to design, modify, and download label formats; write printer application software; and configure the printer. If you are sending IPL label files to the printer, select IPL as your printer command language.

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What is ZPL Command Language Simulator (ZSim)?

The ZPL command language interprets Zebra™ programs (ZPL II or later) without requiring any host programming changes. If you are sending ZPL label files to the printer, select ZSim as your printer command language.

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What is Datamax Programming Language (DPL)?

The DPL command language interprets Datamax™ data streams without requiring any host programming changes. If you are sending DPL label files to the printer, select DPL as your printer command language.

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What is Smart Printing (C#)?

Smart Printing refers to the ability of the printer to independently run printing operations without being connected to a host computer. If you are running printer-based applications written in C#, select Smart Printing as your printer command language.

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What methods can be used to change the printer command language?

The printer command language can be changed using the Main Menu, the Printer Web Page, or PrintSet 5.

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How do I set the command language from the Main Menu?

1. From the Main Menu select Settings > System Settings > General.
2. Press the down arrow to scroll down to Command Language.
3. Press the left or right arrow to select a different command language.
4. Press Enter to save your changes.
5. Turn the printer off and then on. The printer starts up in the command language you selected.

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How do I set the command language from the Printer Webpage?

1. Make sure that the printer has media and ribbon (if necessary) installed.
2. On your PC, open a Web browser.
3. In the Location or Address bar, type the printer IP address and press Enter. The printer webpage appears.
4. Click Login.
5. Type your Username and Password and click Login. the default username is itadmin and the default password is pass.
6. Click the Configure tab.
7. Click System Settings > General.
8. Select a different printer command language from the Command Language list, and then click Save.
9. Click the Services tab.
10. Click Reboot Printer, and then click Reboot. The printer restarts in the command language you selected.

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What options and accessories are available for the printer?

Options are either installed at the factory or by factory service technicians in the field. Accessories are designed to be installed by the customer. Options and accessories are sold separately. Available options/accessories include:

• Liner/Batch Takeup
• Paper Cutter
• Media Roll Retainer
• 76 mm (3-in) Adapter
• Internal Fanfold Guides
• Label Taken Sensor
• Interface Boards

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What does the Liner/Batch Takeup option do?

This factory-installed option separates labels from the liner and winds up the spent liner inside the printer’s media compartment.

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What is the Paper Cutter option used for?

Use the paper cutter to cut through continuous non-adhesive paper-based media or the liner between labels. If you are running Fingerprint or Direct Protocol, you can control the paper cutter using the commands CUT, CUT ON, and CUT OFF.

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What is the Media Roll Retainer used for?

Use the media roll retainer with a rotating media supply hub to keep large media rolls in place.

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What is the 76 mm (3-in) Adapter used for?

Use the 76 mm (3-in) adapter with a rotating media supply hub to use media rolls with 76 mm (3-in) inner diameter cores. The adapter cannot be used with a media supply roll post.

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What are the Internal Fanfold Guides used for?

Use the internal fanfold guides to facilitate loading media from an external supply. The internal fanfold guide cannot be used in peel-off (self-strip) mode or with the label slack absorber.

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What is the Label Taken Sensor?

The label taken sensor (LTS) is a photoelectric sensor that enables the printer’s firmware to detect if the last printed label, ticket, tag, etc. has been removed before printing another copy. The LTS cannot be used with a paper cutter.

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What Interface Boards are available for use with the printer?

A number of interface boards are available for use with the printer. The interface boards are either installed at the factory or can easily be installed by an Intermec authorized service technician. The printer can accommodate these interface boards:

• 802.11 Radio Interface Board
• Parallel Interface Board (IEEE 1284)
• Double Serial Interface Board
• Serial/Industrial Interface Board
• RFID Interface Board
• Applicator Interface Board

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What types of media can the PX45 and PX65 print on?

The PX45 and PX65 can print on labels, tickets, tags, and continuous stock in various forms.

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What print modes are supported by the PX45 and PX65?

The PX45 and PX65 can print in these modes: Tear-off (straight-through), Peel-off (self-strip), Cut-off, Batch take-up, External supply, and RFID.

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What is tear-off printing mode?

In tear-off, or straight-through, printing mode, you manually tear off the media against the printer’s tear bar. In tear-off mode, use these types of media: Non-adhesive continuous stock, Self-adhesive continuous stock with liner, Self-adhesive labels with liner, Tickets with gaps (gap stock), with or without perforations, and Tickets with black marks (mark stock), with or without perforations. You can also install an optional label taken sensor so that the next copy in the batch is not printed until the current copy is removed.

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How do I load media for tear-off printing?

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the front door and media cover.
3. (PX65 only) Pull the locking handle down.
4. Raise the printhead by turning the printhead lift lever counter-clockwise.
5. If necessary, remove the empty core from the media supply roll post.
6. If you are using a media roll with a 76 mm (3 in) core, install a 3-inch adapter on the media supply hub.
7. Fit a new roll of media on the supply post and push the roll in as far as it will go.
8. Route the media under the slack absorber and forward toward the print mechanism. The slack absorber can be routed for better access and then snap-locked in open position.
9. Route the media through the print unit and push it in as far as it will go.
10. Lower the printhead by turning the printhead lift lever clockwise.
11. (PX65 only) Push the locking handle up.
12. Adjust the position of the red edge guides so that the media is guided with a minimum of play.
13. Close the front door and media cover. Make sure that the media runs through the slot in the front door.

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What is peel-off printing mode?

In peel-off, or self-strip mode, self-adhesive labels are separated from the liner immediately after printing.

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What are the requirements and limitations of peel-off printing?

Peel-off printing:

• can only be used for self-adhesive labels with liner.
• requires the optional peel-off assembly.
• cannot be performed with the optional fanfold guide installed.
• sets high demands on the media, such as label stiffness, release characteristics of the adhesive and liner, and resistance against electrostatic charging. Consult your media supplier or test the media to make sure that it is suitable for your application.
• may limit registration performance when printing on labels that have a label length of less than 25 mm (1 in).

You can also install an optional label taken sensor so that the next copy in the batch is not printed until the current copy is removed.

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How do I load media for peel-off printing?

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the front door and media cover.
3. (PX65 only) Pull the locking handle down.
4. Raise the printhead by turning the printhead lift lever counter-clockwise.
5. Pull out the red clip on the liner take-up hub and dispose of any wound-up liner.
6. Remove any empty core from the media supply hub.
7. If you are using a media roll with a 76 mm (3 in) core, fit an adapter on the media supply hub.
8. Fit a new roll of media onto the media supply hub and push the roll in as far as it will go.
9. Route the media under the slack absorber and forward toward the print mechanism. The slack absorber can be rotated for better access and then snap-locked in open position.
10. Route the media through the print unit and push it in as far as it will go.
11. Pull out approximately 40 cm (15 in) of labels and remove the labels from the liner.
12. Route the liner around the tear bar and back under the print unit.
13. Secure the liner to the take-up hub with the red clip and rotate the hub until the media is pulled tight.
14. Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to lower the printhead.
15. (PX65 only) Push the locking handle up.
16. Adjust the position of the red edge guides so that the media is guided with a minimum of play.
17. Close the front door and media cover.
18. Press the Print/Feed button to advance the media and adjust the media feed.

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What is cut-off printing?

You can install the automatic paper cutter option to cut off the media. Cut-off printing can be used for non-adhesive continuous stock and self-adhesive labels with liner (cut only liner between labels).

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What are the limitations of the cutter option?

The cutter option:

• is designed for paper-based media with a thickness between 60 and 175 µm, roughly corresponding to a paper weight of 60 to 175 grams/m2 (basis weight 40 to 120 lb).
• cuts through the media approximately 37 mm (1.5 in) in front of the printer’s print line. Make sure to properly adjust the media feed.
• should not be used to cut through labels, because the adhesive sticks to the shears, which can damage the cutter. If you do cut through adhesive labels, tilt the cutter down and clean it with isopropyl alcohol.
• is held by a latch inside the media compartment and can be tilted forward to facilitate loading media.
• has a switch that prevents it from operating when it is in the open position.
• requires the front door to be removed.

You can also install an optional label taken sensor so that the next copy in the batch is not printed until the current copy is removed.

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How do I load media for cut-off printing?

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the cutter and media cover.

Warning: The cutting edge rotates when you turn on the power and reboot the printer. Always keep the cutter in the closed position during operation. Turn off the power or disconnect the cutter before cleaning. Keep your fingers away from cutting edges.

Warning: Do not plug in or out the cutter electrical connection while the printer is powered on. Always power off the printer first before installing or removing the cutter from the printer.

3. (PX65 only) Pull the locking handle down.
4. Turn the printhead lift lever counter-clockwise to raise the printhead.
5. Remove any empty core from the media supply hub.
6. If you are using a media roll with a 76 mm (3 in) core, fit an adapter on the media supply hub.
7. Fit a new roll of media onto the media supply hub and push the roll in as far as it will go.
8. Route the media under the slack absorber and forward toward the print mechanism. The slack absorber can be rotated for better access and then snap-locked in open position.
9. Route the media through the print unit and push it in as far as it will go.
10. Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to lower the printhead.
11. (PX65 only) Push the locking handle up.
12. Adjust the position of the red edge guides so that the media is guided with a minimum of play.
13. Route the media through the cutter between the two guide plates.
14. Close the cutter while pulling on the end of the media.
15. Close the media cover and then turn on the power.

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What is internal batch takeup printing?

In batch takeup mode, printed labels fitted on liner (backing paper) or pre-perforated tickets and tags are wound up inside the printer. The roll of printed labels, tickets, or tags can then be removed.

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What are the requirements for internal batch takeup printing?

Batch takeup printing requires the optional factory-installed internal liner/batch takeup accessory. The takeup hub can accommodate 30 to 40% of a full-size media roll.

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What types of media can be used for internal batch takeup?

Internal batch takeup can be used for these types of media: Self-adhesive labels fitted on liner, Pre-perforated tickets with gaps, and Pre-perforated tickets with marks.

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How do I load media for internal batch takeup printing?

1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the front door and media cover.
3. Turn the printhead lift lever counter-clockwise to raise the printhead.
4. Remove any empty core from the media supply hub.
5. Loosen the single screw that holds the guide plate at the rear of the media compartment.
6. Remove the tear bar from the print unit and replace it with the guide plate.
7. If you are using a media roll with a 76 mm (3 in) core, fit an adapter on the media supply hub.
8. Fit a new roll of media onto the media supply hub and push the roll in as far as it will go.
9. Route the media under the slack absorber and forward toward the print mechanism. The slack absorber can be rotated for better access and then snap-locked in open position.
10. Route the media through the print unit and push it in as far as it will go.
11. Pull out approximately 40 cm (15 in) of labels.
12. Route the labels around the guide plate and back under the print unit to the take-up hub.
13. Wind up some of the media on the takeup hub and secure it with the red clip.
14. Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to lower the printhead.
15. Adjust the position of the red edge guides so that the media is guided with a minimum of play.
16. Close the media cover, but keep the front door open.

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How do I load media for printing from an external supply?

You can place the media supply, such as fanfold tickets or tags, behind the printer for tear-off (straight-through), cut-off, peel-off (upper slot only), or internal batch takeup printing methods. It is strongly recommended to use the fanfold guide accessory to make loading media easier and to accurately guide the media. The fanfold guide can be adjusted for media widths down to 40 mm (1.57 in).

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What should I be aware of when using media?

Protect the media from dust, dirt, or other foreign particles that can impair the printout quality or cause unnecessary wear to the printhead.

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How do I load media for printing from an external supply?

1. (Optional) Fit the fanfold guides in either the upper or lower slot. The outer guide is adjustable for various media widths. The minimum width is 40 mm (1.58 in).
   • Fit the fanfold guide into the upper slot in the rear plate when the supply is at the same level as the printer or in peel-off mode.
   • Fit the fanfold guide into the lower slot in the rear plate when the supply is placed lower than the printer.
2. Feed the media through the slot in the rear plate.

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What should I know about the ribbon?

Thermal transfer printing provides a durable printout that is less vulnerable to chemicals, heat, and sunlight than direct thermal printing. Select a ribbon type that matches the media being used and configure the printer for thermal transfer media.

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How can I determine my ribbon type?

To determine if you have an ink in or ink out ribbon, place the ribbon on a piece of paper and use a pen or other sharp object to scratch the ribbon. If you see a mark on the paper, your ribbon is wound ink out.

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What are the benefits of thermal transfer printing?

Thermal transfer printing lets you use a wide range of receiving face materials and provides a durable printout that is less vulnerable to external influences, such as oil, chemicals, heat, and sunlight, compared to direct thermal printing. Select a ribbon that matches the type of receiving face material and set up the printer accordingly.

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How do I load ribbon for thermal transfer printing?

1. Open the front door and media cover.
2. (PX65 only) Pull the locking handle down.
3. Turn the printhead lift lever counter-clockwise to raise the printhead.
4. Remove any unused ribbon and the empty ribbon core.
5. Adjust the ribbon supply bobbin for your ribbon.
   • If your ribbon is 55 to 60 mm (2.16 to 2.3 in) wide, compress the ribbon supply bobbin and move it so it snaps into the first (innermost) groove.
   • If your ribbon is 88 to 90 mm (3.5 in) wide, compress the ribbon supply bobbin and move it so it snaps into the second groove.
   • If your ribbon is 110 mm (4.3 in) wide, compress the ribbon supply bobbin and move it so it snaps into the third (outermost) groove.
6. Press the ribbon roll onto the ribbon supply bobbin and route the ribbon through the print unit. Pull out 20 cm (8 in) of ribbon.
7. Without releasing the ribbon, turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to lower the printhead and lock the ribbon.
8. Press the cardboard core at the front end of the ribbon onto the rewind hub. During printing, the rewind hub rotates counter-clockwise.
9. Turn the printhead lift lever counter-clockwise to raise the printhead.
10. Wind up the ribbon until all of the transparent leader has passed the printhead and the ribbon becomes tight.
11. Turn the printhead lift lever clockwise to lower the printhead.
12. (PX65 only) Push the locking handle up.
13. Close the front door and media cover.

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How do I connect the printer to power?

1. Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the printer and connect the other end to AC power.
2. Press the power switch. When the printer starts, a progress bar appears on the screen, and then the Startup Wizard appears.
3. Follow the instructions to configure basic printer settings.
4. Run another wizard to configure more printer settings, or go to the Ready screen. If a condition occurs that will prevent printing, the Ready-to-Work indicator blinks.

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What is Smart Calibration?

Smart Calibration detects media type (gap, black mark, or continuous), detects printing method (ribbon or no-ribbon), and calibrates media length. This feature reduces the amount of media needed to set up the printer.

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When is Smart Calibration available as an option for media settings?

• Power Up Action (default setting)
• Head Down Action (default setting)
• Hold Print/Feed Button (default setting)

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How do I print a test label?

After you load the media and ribbon, print a test label to verify that everything is installed correctly and to get printer information.

1. From the Main Menu, select Tools > Test Labels.
2. Select the label you want to print and press . The printer prints your test label.

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How do I create and print labels?

• Use Honeywell printer software. You can download label design software and printer drivers from sps.honeywell.com.
• Use the Fingerprint or IPL printer command language. For help, see the Finger-print Command Reference or the IPL Command Reference manuals.

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What should I know about printing on RFID media?

Media containing RFID tags is slightly thicker where the RFID tag is located, which may affect print quality. For thermal transfer labels, use a high-quality ink ribbon, such as TMX 2200 or TMX 1500.

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What guidelines should I follow to achieve the best possible print quality on RFID media?

• After you load RFID media, restart the printer or run a TESTFEED to let the printer identify the RFID media type.
• If necessary, modify the TAGADJUST variable to make sure that the RFID labels are properly aligned with the antenna.
• If necessary, avoid printing on the thickest part of the label.

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What should I do for printers running Fingerprint?

• If you are using thermal transfer labels, start with the media darkness set to 65 and the media sensitivity set to High. You may need to adjust these values depending on the type of media you choose.
• To write to Gen 2 RFID tags using the TAG FIELD command, set the start and length parameters to even numbers.

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What should I do for printers running IPL?

• Start with the sensitivity set to 565. You may need to adjust this value depending on the type of media you choose.
• To write to Gen 2 RFID tags, set the start and length parameters of the RFID tag field setup command (a) to even numbers.

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How do I connect the printer to a PC?

You can connect the printer to your PC using a serial cable or a USB cable.

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How do I connect the printer using a serial cable?

You can use a serial connection to communicate with your PC and send commands directly to the printer through a terminal connection.

1. Connect one end of the DB9 to DB9 RS-232 cable to the back of your printer and connect the other end to a serial COM port on your PC.
2. If necessary, change the PC serial port configuration to match your printer.

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How do I connect the printer using a USB cable?

Connect only one printer to your PC, either directly or through a hub. You do not need to set up any parameters for USB communications.

1. Download and install the InterDriver software on your PC (see Install Printer Drivers).
2. When prompted, connect one end of the USB Type A cable to the back of the printer and connect the other end to your PC.

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How do I connect the printer to my network?

These network interfaces provide features such as security, FTP server, web page, and Alert handling.

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How do I connect the printer to an Ethernet network?

Use the Ethernet port to set up your printer as a network printer. The printer is set to automatically retrieve an IP number from the network (DHCP) when you turn the printer. You can use the network connection with InterDriver. You can also use it to send commands directly to the printer through a terminal connection (Telnet), or through FTP.

1. Turn the printer off.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port in the rear of the printer and connect the other end of the cable to your network.
3. Turn the printer on.
4. If your printer uses a DHCP server to assign IP addresses, the IP address appears in the lower left corner of the screen.
   • For an icon printer, use Honeywell PrintSet 5 to retrieve the printer IP address.
5. If you are not using a DHCP server to automatically assign IP addresses to devices in your network, you must set a static IP address and other network information manually. Continue with the next step.
6. For a non-DHCP network:
   • For a full touch printer, from the Main Menu select Settings > Communications > Ethernet > IPv4 or IPv6 and change the settings as needed.
   • For an icon printer, configure the Ethernet settings through Honeywell PrintSet 5.

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Why do I need printer drivers?

Before you can use the printer with Microsoft® Windows® printing applications, you must install printer driver software on the PC. Drivers enable the printer to communicate with your PC and with printer software applications.

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How do I install printer drivers?

Use InterDriver to install printer driver software on your PC.

1. Access the Honeywell Technical Support Downloads portal at https:// hsmftp.honeywell.com.
2. Go to Software > Printers > Printer Software and Drivers > Printer Drivers . Honeywell Windows Driver.
3. Open the Honeywell Software Download Manager and follow the instructions to download the file.
4. Extract the driver files to a location on your PC.
5. Double-click the .exe file to install InterDriver and follow the prompts to complete the installation.

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How do I install authentication certificates?

If you are using Wireless 802.11 security, you may need to install authentication certificates in the printer for the highest level of security.

1. Configure the printer for the correct date and time.
2. On your PC, open an FTP connection to the IP address of the printer.
3. Transfer your certificate to /home/user/certificates/public.
4. On your PC, open a Telnet session to the printer.
5. Change the directory to: /home/user/certificates/public.
6. Type the command: ls -la.
7. You should see the certificate that you transferred in step 3.
8. Use the certinstall script to install the certificate using this format: <prompt> certinstall.sh <certificate name> Example: itadmin@PX45-12345678 /home/user/certificates/public$ certinstall.sh entrust.cer
9. When you receive confirmation that the certificate was installed, type this command to make sure you see a .pem file and another soft link to the same file: ls -la.
10. Use the printer web page, the Main Menu on a full touch printer, or Honeywell PrintSet 5 to specify the certificate .pem file to use for security.

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What can the USB host port be used for?

Use the USB host interface port on the printer to connect peripheral devices. You can also connect a peripheral device through the USB-to-Serial or USB-to-Parallel adapter cable accessories.

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How do I connect a USB device?

A USB storage device can be inserted into the USB host port on the back of the printer.

1. If you are connecting a USB storage device, make sure the device has a single partition and is formatted as FAT16 or FAT32.
2. Connect the device to one of the USB host ports.
3. If you connected a USB storage device to an LCD printer, select Tools > USB Menu for more options.

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What devices can I connect via USB?

Device Description
KeyboardUse a standard USB keyboard to send Fingerprint printer language commands directly to the printer or to enter information if you are running a Smart Printing application.
Bar code scanner Use USB bar code scanners for data input with a Smart Printing application. The printer also supports other USB scanners that use a generic keyboard driver.
USB storage device Use a USB storage device to load applications, configuration files, fonts, and images into the printer memory, or to perform firmware upgrades. You can also save configuration files to a USB storage device for upload to a printer. The USB storage device must have a single partition and be formatted as FAT16 or FAT32.

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How do I configure the printer?

Use the printer web page, Main Menu, PrintSet 5, or programming commands to view and change printer settings.

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How can I configure the printer from the Main Menu?

If you have a full touch printer, you can view or change the configuration settings by pressing the Settings button from the Main Menu.

1. From the Ready screen, press the Main Menu button.
2. From the Main Menu, press the Settings button. The Settings menu appears.
3. Select the settings you want to configure and make your changes.
4. Save your changes when prompted.

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How do I restrict access to the Main Menu?

By default, all menus are available from the Main Menu the first time you turn on the printer. If necessary, you can require a PIN to restrict access to menus or you can disable access to all menus.

1. Go to the Display menu for the printer:
   • From the web page, select Configure > System Settings > Display.
   • From the Main Menu on a full touch screen, select Settings > System Settings > Display.
2. Select a Menu Access setting and save your changes.
3. If you select Enable with PIN, you also need to type in a PIN and save your changes.

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How do I access the Printer Web Page?

1. Open a browser window on your PC.
2. In the location or address bar, type the printer IP address and press Enter. The printer web page appears.
3. Click Login. The login page appears.

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What is the Printer Webpage User Name and Password?

The default username is itadmin and the default password is pass.

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How do I configure the printer from the web page?

If you are using Ethernet or WiFi communications, you can change configuration settings from the web page of the printer. Connect the printer to your network and obtain an IP address.

1. Open a web browser on your PC.
2. In the address bar, type the IP address of your printer and press Enter. The printer web page appears.
3. Click Login. The Login page appears.
4. Type your Username and Password and then click Login. The default value for Username is itadmin and the default value for Password is pass.
5. Click Configure. The Configuration Summary page appears.
6. To see a complete list of printer settings, click Configuration Summary.
7. To configure printer settings, click an item in the navigation pane:
   • For serial, Ethernet, or Wireless 802.11, click Communications.
   • For media or print quality settings, click Printing.
   • For display, audio, service, and general settings, or maintenance alert message triggers click System Settings.
   • To set conditions that trigger error, warning, and information alert messages, click Alerts.
   • For network-related settings (such as DNS, WINS, Net1), for web and email server information, or if you are using a network management application, click Network Services.
8. Make any changes to the settings you want to configure.
9. To save your changes, click Save.
10. To reset all parameters on the page to the default settings, click Default Settings.

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How do I configure the printer with PrintSet 5?

You can use PrintSet 5 to change configuration settings on your printer.

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How do I configure the printer with programming commands?

You can change configuration settings by sending programming commands directly from your PC to the printer through a terminal program (such as HyperTerminal), a serial connection, or a network connection.

If your printer uses the Fingerprint programming language, use the SETUP command followed by the node, subnode, and parameter setting. For example, this changes your media setting to labels with gaps:

SETUP “Printing,Media,Media Type,Media With Gaps”

To retrieve the list of available settings for “Printing,Media” you can use the following command:

SETUP WRITE “Printing,Media”,“stdout”

To get a full list of the available settings in Fingerprint language onto the terminal program, you can use the following command:

SETUP WRITE “All”,“stdout”

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How do I upload from the Web Page?

You can use the printer web page to install fonts, images, applications, formats, and web forms to the printer.

1. Open a web browser on your PC.
2. In the address bar, type the IP address of your printer and press Enter. The printer web page appears.
3. Click Login. The Login page appears.
4. Type your Username and Password and then click Login. The default value for Username is itadmin and the default value for Password is pass.
5. Click the Manage tab. The Overview page appears.
6. Click on the desired item in the Overview list. The upload page appears for the option you selected.
7. To upload a file to the printer, click Browse to locate your file. Double-click the file to select it, then click Upload. The file uploads to the printer.
8. Click Save when you are finished.

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How do I upload from a USB storage device?

You can use a USB storage device to install fonts, images, applications, formats, and web forms to the printer. Use this table to understand where your files need to be located on the USB storage device for the printer to install them.

File Type	Directory to Place the File	Installed in this Printer Directory
Application	/apps	/home/user/apps
Configuration	/config
Configuration profile	/profiles	/home/user/profiles
Display images	/display	/home/user/display
Fingerprint script	/scripts	/home/user/scripts
Firmware	/firmware
Font	/fonts	/home/user/fonts
Form/layout	/forms	/home/user/forms
Printed images	/images	/home/user/images
Installation package (UFF file)	Root of USB storage device
Start file	Root of USB storage device
Web Form	/webforms	/home/user/webforms

1. Copy your files to a USB storage device using the directories in the table.
2. Insert the USB storage device into one of the USB host ports on the printer.
3. If you have an icon printer, the files are automatically uploaded to the printer. If you have a full touch printer, the USB Device menu automatically appears:
   1. Select Install Resources.
   2. Select the file you want to install and wait until the item turns gray and a checkmark appears next to it. The file is now successfully installed in the printer.
   3. Continue to another file if you have more files to install.

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How do I change the background image for the Ready screen?

You may customize the Ready screen that appears on the printer. The background image you create must be: 320 x 234 pixels and named background_idle.png.

1. Create a /display directory on your USB storage device.
2. Copy your background_idle.png file to the /display directory on the USB storage device.
3. Insert the USB storage device into one of the USB host ports on the printer.
4. If you have an icon printer the file is automatically uploaded to the /home/ user/display directory on the printer.
5. If you have a full touch printer, use the USB Device menu to upload the file to the printer.
6. Restart the printer.

The new image file you uploaded appears in place of the original Ready screen.

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What are printer profiles?

You can save updated printer default settings as a printer profile. The printer supports multiple profiles that can be saved and loaded at any time. For example, you can create one profile to use when you are printing on continuous label stock, and a different profile to use when you are printing on label stock with gaps.

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What printer settings are not saved in a profile?

• IP address for either IPv4 or IPv6 networks
• Media calibration settings for the label stop sensor
• Remote port or remote host values for a remote computer accessing the printer through raw TCP

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How do I save a Printer Profile from the Web Page?

From the printer web page, you can save the current settings as a profile that you can load from the printer memory at any time.

1. In the printer web page, click the Configure tab.
2. Click System Settings > General.
3. Click Save As Profile. The Save As Profile screen appears.
4. Enter a name in the Profile field, and then click Save.

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How do I load a Printer Profile from the Web Page?

You can load a saved profile from the printer web page.

1. In the printer web page, click the Manage tab.
2. Click Profiles.
3. The Resident list includes profiles that are saved in the printer memory.
4. To load a profile from the printer memory, select the profile in the Resident list and then click Activate. The profile is loaded.
5. To load a profile from another location, lick Browse and browse to the location of the file. Double-click the file to select it, then click Upload. The profile is uploaded to the printer.

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How do I save a Printer Profile from the Main Menu?

From the Main Menu, you can save the current printer settings as a profile that you can load from the printer memory at any time.

1. From the Main Menu, select Tools > Profiles.
2. Select Create and press .
3. Select the File Name box and press .
4. Use the on-screen keypad to enter a file name (up to 16 characters). When you are finished, select on the keypad to return to the Create Profile screen.
5. Select the arrow at the bottom of the screen and press . the profile is saved to the printer memory.

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How do I load a Printer Profile from the Main Menu?

You can load a saved profile from the Main Menu.

1. From the Main Menu, select Tools > Profiles.
2. Select Load.
3. Select the profile you want to load and press . When the upload is finished, a “Complete” message appears on the screen.

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How do I load a Printer Profile Using Programming Commands?

You can load a saved LCD printer profile to another printer by sending programming commands directly from your PC to the printer through a terminal program (such as HyperTerminal), a serial connection, or a network connection. All commands are case-sensitive.

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How do I import a Configuration File from a USB Storage Device?

You installed a saved .xml configuration file to a USB storage device to your printer.

1. Insert the USB storage device in the printer USB host port.
2. From the Main Menu, select Tools > USB Menu > Configuration > Install Configuration. The printer imports the configuration file:
   • An IPL configuration file is copied to /home/user/config/ipl.
   • All other configuration files are incorporated into the current configuration. When the file is successfully imported, a message appears.
3. to close the message, press .
4. From the Main Menu, select Tools > USB Menu > Remove USB.
5. Remove the USB storage device.

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How do I export a Configuration File to a USB Storage Device?

You can save an .xml configuration file to a USB storage device and install it on other printers.

1. Make sure the USB storage device has a single partition and is formatted as FAT16 or FAT32.
2. Insert the storage device into the printer USB host port.
3. From the Main Menu, select Tools > USB Menu > Configuration > Export Configuration. A list of the available files appears.
4. Select the file to export and press . When the file is successfully exported, a message appears.
5. To close the message, press .
6. From the Main Menu, select Tools > USB Menu > Remove USB.
7. Remove the USB storage device.

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How do I create Menu Shortcuts?

You can create shortcuts for frequently used Main Menu items. Menu Shortcuts are added to the Quick Choices menu, which replaces the Main Menu. The Main Menu appears as the first item in the Quick Choices list.

1. From the Main Menu, select Tools > Quick Choices > Add.
2. To load a profile:
   1. Select Load Profile.
   2. Select Load Profile again and press . A check mark appears in the box.
   3. Select the arrow at the bottom of the screen and press .
3. To select test labels to print:
   1. Select Test Labels and press
   2. To add the Test Labels menu, select Test Labels and press . A check mark appears in the box. Or, select individual test labels and press after each selection. A check mark appears in the box.
   3. Select the arrow at the bottom of the screen and press.
4. To select wizards to run:
   1. Select Wizards and press .
   2. To add the Wizards menu, select Wizards and press . A check mark appears the box. Or, select individual wizards and press after each selection. A check mark appears in the box.
   3. Select the arrow at the bottom of the screen and press.

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How do I customize the Printer Web Page?

The printer web page visual presentation is specified using Lua Script( .lua), Lua Pages (.lp), or Cascading Style Sheet (.css). There are two ways to customize the printer web page: Adjusting layout style (font, color, etc.) and Replacing standard web pages.

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How do I enable Webpage Customization?

Webpage customization must be enabled in the printer before beginning to upload any customized files. Check first if the Web Server is enabled in the printer web page and then proceed to enable Webpage Customization. The web server setting is enabled by default.

To check, Go to Configure > System Settings > Manage Services. Once enabled, proceed to enable Webpage Customization.

1. Go to Configure > Network Services > Web Server. From the Webpage Customization settings, select Enable.

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How do I adjust the Layout Style?

1. Make an FTP connection to the printer and retrieve the default CSS file from: / srv/www/htdocs/assets/css/wcss.css
2. Modify the wcss.css style sheet with your desired font, color, etc. and save the file as style.css in your local directory.

Example:

home_title{ font-family:HoneywellSans-Bold; font-size:16px; color:#0090e8; letter-spacing:-0.01px; text-align:left; height:40px; margin-top: 10px }

3. Upload the style.css to the printer via /home/user/webpage/

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How do I Replace a Standard Web Page?

Three of the pages can be replaced by user pages, enabling content customization. The layout and structure of the printer web page is the same throughout each of the different pages. Below table gives the description of the three different main components that always exist:

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How do I Save and Upload the Customized file?

Create your own printer web page and save the file name as Index.lua to virtually replace the complete webpage.

1. Create a customized web page and save the file name as Index.lua in your local directory.
2. Make an FTP connection to the printer and upload the Index.lua file via / home/user/webpage/

For left navigation menu or header changes, you can create your own page and upload the file with the same name as original file in the file system. Or you can make changes to the existing page and upload them.

1. Make an FTP connection to the printer and retrieve the files (mainmenu.lua or maintop.lua) file from srv/www/htdocs/main
2. Modify the files with your desired changes and save the files in your local directory.
3. Upload the saved file to the printer via /home/user/webpage/

You can refresh your printer web page to see the changes.

Filename	Description
Index.*	The starting page. (* can be lua, html, or lp)
Left-Menu	Navigation define in mainmenu.lua For each of the pages, this area will show links to more detailed pages depending on which section is currently shown. On the Home Page this area will show the current status of the printer.
Right Top Bar	define in maintop Displays the information about the printer/login/language as well as printer’s status.

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Where can I find system information?

Look in the System Information tab on the printer web page for useful information and statistics on the printer hardware and firmware.

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How can I view statistics?

Use the printer web page to view important statistics about your printer.

1. Open a web browser on your PC.
2. In the address bar, type the IP address of your printer and press Enter. The printer web page appears.
3. Click the System Information tab.
4. Click Statistics > System Information. The System Information page appears.
5. For more detailed statistics, click another choice in the Statistics list.

Statistic Type	Information Available
System Information	Printer uptime and CPU usage, firmware and kernel versions, printer configuration and serial numbers, flash and RAM memory information
Supply	Printhead and ribbon information
Hardware Options	Input/output devices, serial port information
Network Interfaces	MAC address, TCP/IP, and 802.11 network information
Font Information	Name, type, location, and size of installed fonts
Bar Code Information	Name and type of installed bar code fonts
Image Information	Name, type, location, and size of installed images