1. Introduktion
This manual provides instructions for the safe and efficient operation of your Intermec Easycoder PC41 Thermal Label Printer. The PC41 is a desktop barcode label printer designed for direct thermal printing, featuring a 4-inch print width and multiple connectivity options including Serial, Parallel, and USB interfaces. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the device.
2. Sikkerhedsoplysninger
Observe the following safety precautions to prevent injury and damage to the printer:
- Tilslut altid printeren til en jordforbundet stikkontakt.
- Brug ikke printeren i våde eller meget fugtige omgivelser.
- Hold printeren væk fra direkte sollys og varmekilder.
- Sørg for korrekt ventilation omkring printeren.
- Afbryd strømmen før rengøring eller vedligeholdelse.
- Avoid touching the print head immediately after printing, as it may be hot.
3. Pakkens indhold
Bekræft at alle varer er til stede i pakken:
- Intermec Easycoder PC41 Thermal Label Printer
- Power Cord (US Power Cord)
- USB kabel
- Quick Start Guide (may be included)
- Driver CD (may be included, or drivers available online)
4. Opsætning
4.1 Udpakning og placering
Carefully remove the printer from its packaging. Place the printer on a stable, level surface with adequate space for label loading and output.
4.2 Tilslutning af strøm
- Tilslut netledningen til printerens strømindgang.
- Sæt den anden ende af netledningen i en jordet stikkontakt.
- Tryk på tænd/sluk-knappen for at tænde printeren.
4.3 Tilslutning til en computer
The PC41 printer supports USB, Serial, and Parallel connections.
- USB-forbindelse: Connect one end of the USB cable to the printer's USB port and the other end to an available USB port on your computer.
- Seriel forbindelse: Connect a serial cable (not included) to the printer's serial port and to your computer's serial port.
- Parallel forbindelse: Connect a parallel cable (not included) to the printer's parallel port and to your computer's parallel port.
4.4 Ilægning af etiketter
The PC41 is designed for direct thermal labels. Ensure the labels are compatible with direct thermal printing.
- Åbn printerens topdæksel.
- Placer rullen med etiketter på medieforsyningens spindel, og sørg for, at etiketterne fremføres fra bunden af rullen.
- Feed the leading edge of the labels through the media guides and under the print head assembly.
- Adjust the media guides to fit the width of your labels snugly but without restricting movement.
- Close the top cover. The printer may automatically calibrate or feed a few labels.
Figure 1: Intermec Easycoder PC41 Thermal Label Printer in operation, showing a label exiting the printer. This image illustrates the compact design and the label output mechanism.
4.5 Driverinstallation
Install the appropriate printer drivers on your computer. Drivers are typically available on a provided CD or can be downloaded from the Intermec (now Honeywell) support website. Follow the on-screen instructions for driver installation.
5. Betjeningsvejledning
5.1 Grundlæggende udskrivning
- Sørg for, at printeren er tændt og tilsluttet din computer.
- Load the desired labels into the printer.
- Åbn din etiketdesignsoftware eller -applikation.
- Select the Intermec PC41 as your printer.
- Configure print settings such as label size, orientation, and quantity.
- Start udskriftsjobbet fra din software.
5.2 Indikatorlys
The printer features indicator lights to communicate its status:
- Solid grøn: Printeren er klar.
- Blinkende grønt: Data is being received or processed.
- Fast rød: Error condition (e.g., out of labels, cover open). Refer to troubleshooting.
- Blinker rødt: Print head overheating or other critical error.
6. Vedligeholdelse
Regelmæssig vedligeholdelse sikrer optimal ydeevne og forlænger printerens levetid.
6.1 Rengøring af printhovedet
The print head should be cleaned periodically, especially if print quality degrades.
- Sluk og tag stikket ud af printeren.
- Åbn topdækslet.
- Using a lint-free cloth or a print head cleaning pen moistened with isopropyl alcohol, gently wipe the print head surface.
- Lad printhovedet tørre helt, før du lukker dækslet og tænder printeren.
6.2 Generel rengøring
Tør printerens yderside af med en blød, tør klud.amp klæde. Brug ikke slibende rengøringsmidler eller opløsningsmidler.
7. Fejlfinding
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your PC41 printer.
| Problem | Mulig årsag | Løsning |
|---|---|---|
| Printeren tænder ikke. | Netledningen er ikke tilsluttet; stikkontakten er defekt. | Sørg for, at netledningen er korrekt tilsluttet. Test stikkontakten med en anden enhed. |
| No labels are printing. | Out of labels; labels loaded incorrectly; printer not connected to computer; driver issue. | Load new labels correctly. Check cable connections. Reinstall printer drivers. |
| Dårlig udskriftskvalitet (falmet, linjer). | Dirty print head; incorrect media type; print head wear. | Clean the print head (see Section 6.1). Ensure correct direct thermal labels are used. If issue persists, contact support. |
| Printer status light is red. | Cover open; out of labels; media jam. | Close the top cover. Load labels. Clear any jammed media. |
8. Specifikationer
Key technical specifications for the Intermec Easycoder PC41 Thermal Label Printer:
- Modelnavn: PC41A000000
- Mærke: Intermec (now Honeywell)
- Udskrivningsteknologi: Direkte termisk
- Printer output: Monokrom
- Udskriftsbredde: 4 inches (as per description)
- Hukommelse: 512KB RAM / 1MB Flash (as per description)
- Forbindelse teknologi: USB, Serial (IEEE 1284), Parallel
- Kompatible enheder: PC
- Trykte medier: Etiketter
- Varens vægt: 8.8 pund
- Første tilgængelige: 18. juni 2014
9. Garanti og support
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation provided with your purchase or visit the official Honeywell (formerly Intermec) support webwebsted. Gem din købskvittering for garantikrav.
