CAB Apollo 1 Manual del operador

Edition 2/01Transfer Printer ApolloApollo 1 / Apollo 2 / Apollo 3Operator's Manual

10 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Characteristics of the Thermal PrintheadCAUTION !The thermal printhead is the most sensi

100 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Memory CardsThe printers of the Apollo series provide an option for using memory cards

101cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Installation of the Memory CardFig. 13 t Installation of the memory card Fig.

102 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Formatting the Memory CardFor operation, the memory card first has to be structured int

103cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Printing from a Memory CardNOTICE !Using a memory card provides the opportunity to print

104 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Keyboard AdapterThe keyboard adapter option offers to connect the Apollo to a standard

105cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Key AssignmentThe Apollo can easily be adjusted to the keyboard configuration of thepart

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A-1cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Appendix A - Character TablesSetup Selectable Character TablesTable A-1 a Character set

A-2 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Table A-1 d Character set "Codepage 850"Table A-1 c Character set "ISO

A-3cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Table A-1 f Character set "Macintosh"Table A-1 e Character set "EBCDIC&

11cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1 Product DescriptionGeneral InformationThe Apollo is an innovative printer which may be

A-4 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Table A-1 h Character set "ISO 8859-8"Table A-1 g Character set "Codepa

A-5cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Unicode TablesTable A-2 a "Unicode" ( 0000 - 00FF )

A-6 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Table A-2 b "Unicode" ( 0100 - 01FF )

A-7cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Table A-2 c "Unicode" ( 2000 - 20FF )

A-8 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Table A-2 d "Unicode" ( 2100 - 21FF )

A-9cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Special Characters - Keyboard AdapterTable A-3 a Special characters as used by the keyb

A-10 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.To generate the character ZZ : 1st character [Z1] - 2nd character [ALT-Z2]For example

B-1cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Appendix B - Pin Assignment of the Interface ConnectorsPin Assignment of the Serial Inte

B-2 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.2233578201445611233252077648520Interface Cable for RS-232The following chapter shows so

B-3cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Interface Cable for RS-422/ RS-485To control the Apollo by RS-422/ RS-485 interface, on

12 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.CompliancesApollo 1/2/3 complies with the following safety regulations :CE : Apollo comp

B-4 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Pin Assignment of the Parallel Interface ConnectorThe Apollo provides a 36 pin connecto

B-5cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Centronics Interface CableThe cables used for Centronics interface connectors are standa

B-6 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Pin Assignment of the Peripheral PortTo control different options the Apollo also provi

C-1cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Appendix C - Error Messages/ Problem SolutionThe following section describes possible er

C-2 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Irrecoverable ErrorsWhile switching on the printer or during printing, a fault has occu

C-3cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Possible causeHardware errorPC card errorThe data receive buffer is full butthe computer

C-4 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Error messageFile not foundFPGAmalfunctionHead errorHead open *Head too hot *Invalid da

C-5cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Possible causeThere are labels missing on thelabel materialThe label format as set in th

C-6 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Error messageProtocol error (*)Read errorsRAMmalfunctionStructural err.Unknown cardVolt

D-1cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Appendix D - Maintenance / Cleaning /Adjustment of the PrintheadThe printers of the Apol

13cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Technical SpecificationsType : Direct thermal/ Thermal transfer printerPrinthead : Thin-f

D-2 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Cleaning the PrintheadWhile operating, dirt such as paper dust or particles of ink or b

D-3cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Adjustment of the PrintheadFor optimum print quality, the line of heating elements on th

D-4 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.4. Note, that the printhead must be closed after every single adjustment stepto make th

E-1cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Appendix E - Firmware UpdatesGeneral UpdatesThe firmware of the Apollo printer series is

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cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.IndexAADC malfunction C-3Adjustment of the label edge sensor 37Adjustment of the prinhead D

cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.HHead error C-4Head open C-4Head too hot C-4Heat level 64IInput voltage selector 30f.Interf

cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Transfer ribbon 14,21Transfer print 56UUnicode Tables A-5ff.Unknown card C-6VVoltage error

cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.EU - Conformity DeclarationWe declare herewith that as a result of the manner in which the

Apollo Programming Guide"Apollo Programming Guide Request FormCompany ___________________________________________________Address _______________

14 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Processor : 32 Bit, MotorolaMemory : Internal memory 2 MBInterface : Serial : RS-232, RS

15cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Control features : Paper/ ribbon outPrinthead locked : only Apollo 1Control panel : 4 Fun

16 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Optional FeaturesExternal Media RewinderFor rewinding large print jobs, an external rewi

17cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.PC Memory CardApollo includes an option for using memory cards in order to permanentlysto

18 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Print MediaThe Apollo can be operated in direct thermal as well as thermal transfer mode

19cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Print Media for Direct Thermal PrintingThe print material must correspond to several impo

2 cab Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.copyright by cab / 900 8085 / L39 / 1Technische Änderungen vorbehaltenIn accordance with o

20 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Label/ Tag Media SpecificationsLabel and tag media to be used for the Apollo can be foun

21cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Transfer RibbonThe choice of transfer ribbon plays an important role in the quality of pr

22 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.2 General Safety InstructionsCAUTION !- The printers of the Apollo series are built excl

23cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1 - Display2 - Function keys with indicator LEDs3 - Cover4 - Ribbon shield screw5 - Ribbo

24 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 4 b Side view Apollo 1 (with cover open)1 - Ribbon take up hub2 - Ribbon supply

25cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 4 c Detailed view of the print mechanism (Apollo 1)1 - Printhead lever2 - Upper pin

26 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 4 d Side view Apollo 2 (with cover open)1 - Ribbon take up hub2 - Ribbon supply

27cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 4 e Detailed view of the print mechanism Apollo 21 - Printhead lever2 - Media guide

28 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 4 f Side view Apollo 3 (with cover open)1 2 3 4 561 - Ribbon take up hub2 - Rib

29cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.123789101112456Fig. 4 g Detailed view of the print mechanism Apollo 31 - Printhead lever

3cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.All rights reserved, including those of the translations.No part of this manual nor any tr

30 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1 - Memory card module slot2 - Input voltage selector/ Fuse holder3 - Input voltage sele

31cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1 - Memory card module slot2 - Parallel interface port3 - Serial interface port4 - Input

32 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.5 Connecting the PrinterConnection to Power SupplyFig. 5 a Power supply module (detail

33cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 5 b Interface ports (detailed view/ rear of the printer)Apollo 1/2 Apollo 31- Para

34 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.6 Media LoadingLoading LabelsFig. 6 a Media Loading Apollo 11. Lift the printhead by ro

35cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 6 b Media loading Apollo 2/34. Swing the media retainer (4) downwards to the media

36 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Loading Transfer Ribbon1. To lift the printhead, rotate the printhead lever (1) clockwis

37cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.7 Adjustments Concerning the LabelsAdjustment of the Label Edge Sensor2 1Fig. 7 a Adjus

38 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Adjustment of the Printhead Support4241 1Apollo 1 Apollo 2/3Fig. 7 b Adjustment

39cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Adjustment of the Transfer RibbonFig. 7 c Adjustment of the transfer ribbonIf creases, l

4 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Table of ContentsA General Guide to theDocumentation...

40 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.8 Control PanelFig. 8 Front control panelThe front control panel of the Apollo is fitte

41cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.System Mode SYSTEM TESTWhen switched on, the Apollo automatically performs an internal se

42 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.ONL key Switch into OFFLINE mode. (LED ONL off)FF key Provides label feed. The leading

43cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.ONL key Switch into ONLINE mode. (LED ONL on)FF key Provides label feed. The leading e

44 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.System Mode PRINTThe printer is in operation.In this mode, the transfer of data is possi

45cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.FF key Provides label feed. The leading edge of the next label to beprinted is in print

46 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.FF key Only if an applicator is installed :Provides a label feed in order to synchronize

47cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.System Mode FAULT-IRRECOVERABLEWhile switching on the printer or during printing, a fault

48 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.System Mode SETUPTo enter the SETUP mode, use either one of the procedures described bel

49cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.System Mode TEST PRINTThe TEST PRINT mode is entered by pressing the key when switching

5cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.7. Adjustments Concerning the Labels ...

50 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.System Mode MONITOR MODE/ ASCII Dump ModeThe monitor mode/ ASCII Dump mode is entered by

51cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.ONL key Switch into OFFLINE mode.FF key For scrolling down within the file list stored on

52 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.9 SetupUsing the setup mode, the configuration of the Apollo may be customized tosuit sp

53cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1 Country (#)2 Transfer print #3 Label sensor #4 Interface5 Cut position #6 Peel position

54 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Country/LandThe Parameter "Country" (or "Land") allows the LCD displ

55cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.The following table shows the specific settings for the date format andthe time format of

56 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Transfer PrintThe parameter "Transfer print" is used to set the Apollo to the

57cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Label SensorThe printers of the Apollo series offer different methods for recognizing the

58 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.InterfaceThe settings of this parameter determine the method of communicationbetween pri

59cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Baud rate57600Interfacexxxxxxx YesInterfacexxxxxxx NoConfirmationBaud rate ProtocolBaud r

6 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.12. Monitor Mode/ ASCII Dump Mode ...

60 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Cut PositionUsing the optional cutter, the "Cut position" parameter allows you

61cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Peel PositionUsing the optional present sensor, the "Peel position" parameter a

62 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Printhead PositionThe "Printhead position" parameter defines the location of t

63cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.6 Peel position8 Heat level7Printhead pos.Printhead pos.Y: + y.y mmPrinthead pos.Y: - y.y

64 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Heat LevelThe parameter "Heat level" enables the printer to adapt to possible

65cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Printer InfoThe "Printer info" parameter provides information about the firmwar

66 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Set DateThe "Set date" parameter allows you to change the system date of the A

67cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Set TimeThe "Set time" parameter allows you to change the system time of the Ap

68 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Character SetBefore starting to operate the Apollo, the "Character set" of the

69cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Format CardThe "Format card" facility may be used to delete all stored data fro

7cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.APPENDICESAppendix A - Character Tables ...

70 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Copy Memory CardThe "Copy memory card" facility may be used to copy informatio

71cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.BackfeedIn the cut and dispense mode, the material will be stopped in a position wherethe

72 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Debug ModeThe "Debug mode" represents a tool for the firmware programmer.It wi

73cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Tear-off PositionIf the "Tear-off position" is active, an additional feed forwa

74 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Pause ReprintAfter completion of a print job, the print of the last label may be repeate

75cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.10 Self Test / Test PrintStart of Test PrintTo prepare a test print, load media (labels o

76 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Explanation of the Self Test PrintoutFig. 10 Self test printoutOn the following pages y

77cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1 Firmware VersionType of device, part number, and date of the firmware version.2 Setup a

78 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc. Error codeType of errorHEX DEC0001 1 dRAM fault0002 2 dRAM multiplexer fault0004

79cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.5 Test PatternThe test pattern field contains seven areas with different stroke patterns.

8 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.A General Guide to the DocumentationOperator's ManualThe present manual contains des

80 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.11 Printer Info DisplayViewing the Printer Info DisplayApollo offers a convenient option

81cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Printer info4: 0000 / 3 / 5 / CFig. 11 d Printer info display 4The fourth page of the in

82 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Code Printout Code Printout Code Printout Code PrintoutDEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX00

83cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Example of ASCII Dump ModeThe following figures show the "normal" appearance of

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85cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Fig. 13 a Package contents of the external rewinder13 OptionsExternal RewinderTo handle

86 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Safety InstructionsCAUTION !The printer must be powered OFF before mounting the rewinder

87cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.CAUTION !If you have switched the operating voltage of your rewinder you need toreplace t

88 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Rewinding Directly onto the Rewind AxleFig. 13 d Rewinding directly onto the rewind axl

89cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1. Use a cardboard roll (3) which is about .04 in (1 mm) wider than the label strip.2. Po

9cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.TrademarksCentronics ® is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corpora-tion

90 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Cutter AssemblyWith the optional cutter assembly installed, labels or endless media may

91cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.The Apollo is delivered with the tear-off plate (5) installed.Before mounting the cutter,

92 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Internal Rewinder MThis option is available for Apollo 3 only.Apollo 3/200M and Apollo 3

93cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.3. Turn the whole assembly counterclockwise, so that the accessible hole inthe flange (7)

94 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Rewind Guide PlateThe rewind guide plate is delivered with Apollo 1/300RS, Apollo 2/300R

95cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Inserting the Labels for Internal Rewind1. Lift printhead by turning the lever (5) clockw

96 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.Present SensorThe optional present sensor in connection with printers with internal rewi

97cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1. Lift the printhead by turning the lever (7) clockwise until it stops.2. Loosen the knu

98 cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.By using the cut/peel-off adapter it is possible, to operate the Apollo with cutterassem

99cab - Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG / Tharo Systems, Inc.1. Switch OFF the printer.2. Connect the 15-pin SUB-D plug (2) at the back side of the cu