Dataflex 6320 PDF

Videojet
DataFlex 6320
Service Manual
P/N 462394-01
Revision: AA, March 2013
Copyright March 2013, Videojet Technologies Inc. (herein referred to as Videojet). All rights
reserved.
This document is the property of Videojet Technologies Inc. and contains confidential and
proprietary information owned by Videojet. Any unauthorized copying, use or disclosure of it
without the prior written permission of Videojet is strictly prohibited.
Videojet Technologies Inc.

1500 Mittel Boulevard Phone: 1-800-843-3610 Offices - USA: Atlanta, Chicago
Wood Dale, IL Fax: 1-800-582-1343 Int’l: Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Spain,
60191-1073 USA Int’l Fax: 630-616-3629 Singapore, Netherlands, and United Kingdom
www.videojet.com Distributors Worldwide
Compliance Information
For Customers in U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide responsible protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference. In such cases, the users will be required to
correct the interference at their own expense.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with
Class A FCC limits.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful: How to Identify and Resolve
Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-00-
00345-4. This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with
U.S. regulations regarding safety and electrical emissions by TUV
Rheinland of North America, Inc.
For Customers in Canada

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with
Canadian regulations regarding safety and electrical emissions by TUV
Rheinland of North America, Inc.
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Videojet DataFlex 6320 Service Manual
Pour la Clientèle du Canada

Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques
depassant les limites applicales aux appareils numerique de las class A
prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ministere des Communications du Canada.
Cet équipement est certifié CSA.
For Customers in the European Union

This equipment displays the CE mark to indicate conformance to the
following legislation:
EN 61000-6-2 Generic Immunity standard, Industrial

Environment.
EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker
EN 55022: Class A Radio Disturbance Characteristics: Limits &
Methods of measurement for IT Equipment.
EN 55024 Immunity Characteristics: Limits & Methods of
measurement for IT Equipment.
Following the provisions of EU EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
Essential health and safety requirements relating to electrical equipment designed for use
within certain voltage limits.
EN 60950-1
Safety requirements for information technology equipment including electrical business equip-
ment.
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Support and Training
Contact Information
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Videojet
Technologies Inc. at 1-800-843-3610 (for all customers within the United
States). Outside the U.S., customers should contact their Videojet
Technologies Inc. distributor or subsidiary for assistance.
Videojet Technologies Inc.

1500 Mittel Boulevard
Wood Dale, IL 60191-1073 U.S.A.
Phone: 1-800-843-3610
Fax: 1-800-582-1343
International Fax: 630-616-3629
Web: www.videojet.com
Service Program
About Total Source Commitment

Total Source® TOTAL SERVICE PLUS RELIABILITY, is the Videojet
Technologies Inc. commitment to provide you - our customer - the
complete service you deserve.
The Total Source Commitment

The Videojet Total Source® Service Program is an integral part of our
business in providing marks, codes, and images where, when, and how
often customers specify for packages, products, or printed materials. Our
commitment includes:
• Applications support
• Installation services
• Maintenance training
• Customer response center
• Technical support
• Field service
• Extended hours phone assistance
• Parts and supplies
• Repair service
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Customer Training
If you wish to perform your own service and maintenance on the printer,
Videojet Technologies Inc. highly recommends that you complete a
Customer Training Course on the printer.
Note: The manuals are intended to be supplements to (and not replacements for)
Videojet Technologies Inc. Customer Training.
For more information on Videojet Technologies Inc. Customer Training

Courses, call 1-800-843-3610 (within the United States only). Outside the
U.S., customer should contact a Videojet subsidiary office or their local
Videojet distributor for more information.
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Table of Contents
For Customers in U.S.A.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
For Customers in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Pour la Clientèle du Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
For Customers in the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Service Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Customer Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Chapter 1 — Safety
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1
Safety Conventions Used in the Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
General Warning Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
General Caution Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
Comply with Electrical Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
Do Not Remove Warning Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Placement of the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Using Printer Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Chapter 2 — Introduction
Equipment Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Related documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Theory of Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Intermittent Motion Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Continuous Motion Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4
Chapter 3 — Technical Description

Unpacking the Standard Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Installing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Mounting Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
CLARiTY® Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Air Regulator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Encoders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Installing the Ribbon in the Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Adjusting the Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–7
Working with Printer Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8
Product Sensors/Print Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–8
Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–10
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Interlocks and Annunciation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–12

Data Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–13
Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–14
Switching the Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–15
Understanding Printhead LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–16
Configuring the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–17
CLARiTY® Configuration Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–17
Installing the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager . . . . . . . . . . 3–18
Connecting the CLARiTY® Configuration
Manager to the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–19
Editing Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–24
Saving the Changes in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–25
Archiving the Current Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–25
Loading a Saved Archive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–26
Working with the Configurable Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–26
Configuring the Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–26
Configuring the Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–28
Default Options Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–31
Chapter 4 — CLARiTY® Operating System

Getting started with the CLARiTY® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
Using the Tools Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Working with Setup Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3
Working with Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8
Working with Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–29
Password Protection Set-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–30
Chapter 5 — Maintenance
Maintaining the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2
Replacing the Mains Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2
Maintaining the CLARiTY® Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2
Replacing the Mains Switch Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–3
Replacing the LCD Touch screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–7
Removing the CLARiTY® Processor PCB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–12
Maintaining the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–12
Removing and Reinstalling the Standard Cassette . . . . . . . . . . 5–12
Replacing the Main PCB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–12
Replacing the Ribbon Drive Motor Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–17
Replacing the Printhead Drive Motor Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–18
Replacing the Printhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–22
Replacing the Printhead Ribbon Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–26
Replacing the Solenoid Valve Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–29
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Replacing the Air Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–31

Optical Calibration System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–33
Replacing the Calibration Emitter Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–36
Replacing the Calibration Detector Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–37
Replacing the Printhead Microswitch or
LED Indicator PCB Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–40
Replacing the Peel Roller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–43
Replacing the Printhead Pivot Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–45
Replacing the Timing Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–48
Replacing the Linear Slide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–50
Maintaining the Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–53
Replacing the Cassette Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–53
Adjusting the Cassette Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–54
Replacing a Cassette Mandrel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–56
Setting the End of Reel Detection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–57
Working with Print Allocations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–59
Updating the CLARiTY® Operating Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–62
Chapter 6 — System Events
Chapter 7 — Troubleshooting
Chapter 8 — Parts List

Standard Controller Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1
Cassette Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3
Printer Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–5
Printhead Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–6
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–8
Chapter 9 — Drawings
Printer Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–1
Electrical Wiring Schematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–8
Chapter 10 — Master Slave Setup

Working with Master/Slave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–1
Master/Slave Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–1
Master/Slave Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–1
Master/Slave Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–2
Printer Terminology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–2
Printer Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–2
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Physical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–2

Software Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–3
Master/Slave Basic and Advanced Configuration . . . . . . . . . . 10–4
Using Master/Slave Mode - Group Job Select Mode . . . . . . . 10–15
The Master Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–16
The Slave Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–19
Using Master/Slave Mode - Group Control Mode . . . . . . . . . 10–19
The Master Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–19
The Slave Printers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–22
Disabling Master/Slave Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–23
Appendix A — External Serial Interfaces

Working with the External Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1
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Safety
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This chapter contains the following topics:
• Safety conventions used throughout this manual
• Important safety guidelines to follow while operating the equipment
Warning
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE. Read this chapter thoroughly
before attempting to install, operate, service, or maintain this
product.
Introduction
The policy of Videojet Technologies Inc. is to manufacture printing/
coding systems and supplies that meet high standards of performance and
reliability. Therefore, we employ strict quality control measures to
eliminate the potential for defects and hazards in our products.
The intended use of this printer is to print information directly onto the
product. Use of this equipment for any other purposes may lead to serious
personal injury.
The safety guidelines provided in this chapter are intended to educate the
operator on all safety issues, so that the operator can operate the printer
safely.
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Safety Conventions Used in the Manual

Specific safety information is listed throughout this manual in the form of
Warning statements. Pay close attention to these statements as they
contain important information that help in avoiding potential hazards to
yourself or to the equipment.
General Warning Notices

The following warnings supplement the specific warnings that appear
elsewhere in the manual. These are general warnings which must be read,
completely understood, and applied by all the personnel involved in the
operation, and/or the maintenance of the machine.
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Only trained service or maintenance
personnel should perform these installation procedures. Qualified
personnel have successfully completed the training courses, have
sufficient experience with this printer, and are aware of the potential
hazards to which they may be exposed.
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Before attempting any maintenance or repair
on any part of the product, disconnect the printer from the main
power supply and isolate the printer from any external energy
sources including other connected equipment.
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Before connecting the compressed air supply
to printer, ensure that the air supply has been isolated. Turn the
regulator adjustment knob counter-clockwise.
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. The printer uses an operator control console.
Ensure that this panel is mounted at an appropriate working height
and orientation for comfortable operation.
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Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Keep hands and clothing clear of the printer
while it is on.
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. To ensure that the connecting cables and pipes
do not become a trip hazard or become entangled in any machinery,
all connecting cables and pipes must be secured safely during
installation.
Warning
ELECTRICAL HAZARD. Voltages used to connect the printer to
other equipment must be limited to no greater than 50 V DC or peak
AC.
Warning
ELECTRICAL HAZARD. Always wear a properly ground wrist-
ground strap when handling printed circuit boards. Failure to do so
can result in damage to the board components due to static
electricity.
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. There are sections of the control board that are
permanently powered via the on-board lithium battery.
Therefore it is essential that the board should never be placed on, or
stored in any conductive surface (including conductive, plastic bags
etc.) as this would flatten the battery and/or potentially result in
battery overheating.
The battery is not to be replaced.
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General Caution Notices

The following caution statements supplement the specific cautions that
appear elsewhere in the manual. These are general cautions, which must
be read, completely understood and applied by all the personnel involved
with the operation, and/or the maintenance of the machine.
Caution
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE. Before and after performing any
maintenance or repair on the product, check that the two safety
labels are clearly visible. One is on the power supply cover and the
other by the potential nip point next to the pulley in the printer
body.
Caution
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. The use of incompatible ribbon can
seriously damage your printer and such damage is not covered by
your printer warranty. Use only ribbon approved by your dealer.
Safety Guidelines
This section contains important safety guidelines pertaining to the
operation and handling of the printer and associated equipment.
Warning
SAFETY GUIDELINES. Always observe the following safety
guidelines when operating and handling the printer and associated
equipment.
Comply with Electrical Codes

All the electrical wiring and connections must comply with applicable
local codes. Consult the appropriate regulatory agency for further
information.
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Do Not Remove Warning Labels

Do not, under any circumstances, remove or obstruct any warning or
instruction labels on the printer.
Placement of the Printer
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Do not place the printer in a hazardous
location. Hazardous locations might create an explosion, leading to
personal injury.
Hazardous locations, as defined in the United States, are those areas that
may contain hazardous materials in a quantity sufficient to create an
explosion. These are defined in Article 500 of the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70–1993.
Outside the United States, you must ensure compliance with all local
regulations regarding equipment placement in potentially hazardous
locations.
Using Printer Accessories

To maintain regulatory approval for the printer, use only approved
accessories when attaching any device to the equipment.
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Introduction
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• A description about the intended use of the product
• Information about this manual
• Information about other manuals that are associated with this printer
• A description of the theory of printing
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Read Chapter 1, “Safety” before attempting to
operate the equipment.
Equipment Description
Figure 2-1: Videojet DataFlex 6320 Printer
The Videojet DataFlex 6320 printer uses high-resolution thermal transfer

technology with a unique electronic ribbon drive system. This system
reduces the wear on printer parts and the maintenance adjustments
normally associated with thermal transfer printers that use mechanical
ribbon drives. The printer offers greater reliability and ease of operation
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compared to earlier systems. It can print barcodes, dates, text, and

graphics onto flexible packaging films and labels.
The printer is a suitable replacement for either hot stamp or rotary
printers. It can print in either of the following modes:
• Intermittent Mode (i.e., while the substrate is stationary)
• Continuous Mode (i.e., while the substrate is moving)
It is suitable for use on most horizontal form/fill/seal, vertical form/
fill/seal, and self-adhesive labelling machines.
The product is available in either left-handed or right-handed versions to
suit different configurations of the packaging machine.
The product is available in the following models:
• Standard - 53 mm print width option
• Standard - 32 mm print width option
About this Manual

This service manual includes information about installing, maintaining,
troubleshooting, and servicing the printer. It also contains sections about
the theory of operation and component identification, including an
illustrated parts breakdown.
This document is intended to be used only by trained service personnel. It
is intended to be a supplement to (and not a replacement for) formal
training. Keep this manual in a safe location where it can be easily
accessed for reference.
Related documents
The Videojet DataFlex 6320 Operator Manual (P/N 462393) is intended for
the operator and contains information on routine operation of the printer.
Unless specified, all procedures in the operator manual can be performed
by the operator of the printer. It is mandatory that the personnel read the
Operator Manual before reading the Service Manual.
This manual is a supplement to (and not a replacement for) formal
training.
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Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Customers who intend to service and
maintain the printer themselves must use only qualified personnel
to perform these procedures. Qualified personnel have successfully
completed the training courses, have sufficient experience with this
printer, and are aware of the potential hazards to which they may be
exposed.
Theory of Printing
The following section explains the theory of printing of the thermal
transfer printer (Figure 2-2 on page 2-3):
• The printhead (item 6, Figure 2-2) contains miniature heating
elements under a glass coating (300 dpi - 12 dots/min)
• A carrier ribbon (item 5), with ink bonded to one side is used as the
printing media
• The printhead presses the thermal transfer ribbon onto the substrate
(item 2), with the ink side of ribbon in contact with the substrate
• Print elements heat small areas of the ribbon and this transfers the ink
to the target substrate
• The printhead and the substrate move relative to each other
• The print elements are programmable and controlled to create an
image
5 6
1
4 2
1. Transferred Ink 4. Ink

2. Substrate 5. Base Film
3. Platten Rubber 6. Thermal Printhead
Figure 2-2: Printing Process
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Intermittent Motion Printing

Intermittent motion printing (Figure 2-3 on page 2-4) is used for printing
on stationary packaging films in packaging equipments having start/stop
action each time a product is packed. Such applications can be found in
intermittent Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) or bagging machines, and self
adhesive label applicators.
Intermittent motion printing has the following features:
• The substrate (item 2, Figure 2-3) is stationary.
• The printhead (item 4) traverses across the ribbon (item 1) and the
substrate to print.
• The printhead pushes the substrate against a flat platten pad (item 3).
HEAD OUT
HEAD IN
PRINT 1
2
1. Transferred Ink 3. Platten Rubber

2. Substrate 4. Thermal Printhead
Figure 2-3: Intermittent Printing Motion
Continuous Motion Printing

Continuous motion printing (Figure 2-4 on page 2-5) is used for printing
on moving packaging films in packaging equipment that has a continuous
moving action each time a product is packed. Such applications can be
found in Continuous VFFS and Horizontal Form Fill Seal (HFFS) or flow-
wrap machines.
Continuous motion printing has the following features:
• The substrate (item 3, Figure 2-4 on page 2-5) moves while the
printhead (item 4) is stationary.
• Speed of the substrate is monitored by an encoder.
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• The ribbon and the substrate speeds are matched by the ribbon drive.
• The printhead pushes the substrate against a rotating print roller
(item 2).
RIBBON FEED
3
1
2 MATERIAL FEED
1. Transferred Ink 3. Substrate

2. Print Roller 4. Thermal Printhead
Figure 2-4: Continuous Print Motion
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Technical Description
3
• Unpacking the Printer
• Installing the Printer
• Mounting Considerations
• Installing the Ribbon in the Cassette
• Adjusting the Air Pressure
• Working with Printer Connections
• Switching the Power On
• Understanding Printhead LEDs
• Configuring the Printer
• Working with the Configurable Inputs and Outputs
Unpacking the Standard Printer

Inspect the kit for any damage carefully. Refer the list of parts in
Table 3-1 and Figure 3-1 on page 3-2. If any item is damaged or
missing, please contact Videojet Technologies Inc. at 1-800-843-3610
(for all customers within the United States). Outside the U.S.,
customers should contact their Videojet Technologies Inc. distributor
or subsidiary for assistance.
Printer Part
Printer
Cassette
CLARiTY® Controller
Air Regulator
Power Cable
Low Profile Cable Assembly
Table 3-1: Printer Configuration Parts List
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Printer Part
CLARiTY® Configuration Manager/Documentation CD
4-mm Air Tubing
CLARiTY® Controller Bracket
QA Documentation and CE Certificate
Table 3-1: Printer Configuration Parts List (Continued)
2
10
3
9
7
6
1. CLARiTY® Controller Bracket 6. Power Cable

® 7. CD
2. CLARiTY Controller
8. QA Documentation and CE Certificate
3. Low Profile Cable Assembly
9. Cassette
4. Air Regulator
10. Printer
5. 4-mm Air Tubing
Figure 3-1: Standard Printer Configuration Parts
3-2 Unpacking the Standard Printer Rev AA

Installing the Printer

Ensure that the following services are available where the printer is being
installed:
• Power: 100 -240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.2-1.3 A
• Compressed Air: 90 psi, 6 bar max, dry, uncontaminated with a 6-mm
pipe fitting
• Print signal: This is the signal that triggers the printing operation and
can either be a:
- PLC signal
- 24 V DC, PNP registration photocell
- 24 V DC, PNP proximity switch detecting a cam timing point
• An encoder assembly (P/N 402787) is required to monitor the speed
of the packaging film on continuous motion packaging machines.
Mounting Considerations
The thermal printhead must act against a flat print platten (in intermittent
mode) or a print roller (in continuous mode) in order to print. The platten
or roller is a part of the mounting bracketry.
Printer
The printer can be mounted in any orientation. However, it is important to
ensure that adequate operator access is available to remove and replace
the cassette easily.
The exact position of the printer relative to the packaging machine, needs
to account for:
• The physical constraints of the available space and operator access
• The required position of the print on the substrate
Figure 3-2 on page 3-4 shows the relevant dimensions of the printer
relative to the mounting holes and the printhead. It also shows the
additional space required to give adequate clearance to cables and air
pipes that connect to the unit.
Rev AA Installing the Printer 3-3

204 mm 180 mm
(8.03 inches) (7.08 inches)
(7 inches)
178 mm
71 mm (2.8 inches) Printable Area

Printhead Stoke 53 mm (2.08 inches)
Figure 3-2:53 mm LH Standard Printer Dimensions
For further information, refer to “Printer Dimensions” on page 9-1.
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Mount the printer using four M6 screws. Consider the direction of travel
of the target material relative to the printer, when you mount the printer
on a continuous motion packaging machine. This determines whether the
printer in use is left-handed or right-handed (Figure 3-3).
Right-handed Printer Left-handed Printer

Figure 3-3:Right-handed and Left-handed Printer
The print platten rubber (for printers in intermittent mode) or the roller
(for printers in continuous mode) should be positioned such that it is at
184 mm and 185.5 mm (7.25 inches to 7.30 inches) distance from the back
edge of the printer (Figure 3-4). Also, print platten rubber or the roller
should be adjusted such that there is a nominal gap of 2 mm (0.07 inch)
between the printhead and the roller/platten rubber when the printhead
is in the ready to print position.
Printer Pad or Roller

(7.0 inches)
(7.2 inches)
185.5 mm
(7.3 inches)
178 mm
184 mm
Figure 3-4:Printer Pad or Roller Position
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CLARiTY® Controller
The CLARiTY® operator interface can be mounted at a convenient
location so that the operator has adequate access to the panel. The
CLARiTY® controller has a built-in power supply unit.
The unit has two M6 mounting holes located at the sides of the unit, as
shown in Figure 3-5 for the standard controller.
244 mm 92 mm
(6.7 inches)
170 mm
Mounting Hole
Figure 3-5:Standard CLARiTY® Controller -Mounting Hole
The maximum distance of the CLARiTY® controller from the printer body
is 3 m (9.8 ft) as standard (5 m is available as an option).
The controller can be mounted in any convenient location, provided that
the maximum lead length is not exceeded. The mounting brackets
provided allow you to position the controller against a convenient flush
surface, which enables you to position the controller panel for optimum
viewing.
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Air Regulator
The air regulator should be connected to a clean, dry factory air supply
using a 6-mm pipe. The 4-mm diameter pipe should be used to connect
the air regulator to the printer.
The air regulator should be mounted close to the printer. The regulator
should be accessible for adjusting and checking the correct pressure.
Encoders
An encoder is used to match the printing speed to the speed of the target
material as it passes the printhead.
The encoder must measure three pulses per mm. For example, a 500 line
encoder with a 53.05-mm tracking wheel is suitable.
The encoder output can be one of the following:
• Open collector, quadrature
• Push-pull, 24 V
The encoder must ideally be mounted to run on the packaging film, close
to the printer, in order to accurately measure the film speed. Any
discrepancy between measured and actual film speed can result in poor
print quality or ribbon breakage.
Installing the Ribbon in the Cassette

For installing the ribbon in the cassette, refer to section “Checking and
Replacing the Ribbon” of chapter 5 in Videojet DataFlex 6320 operator
manual.
Adjusting the Air Pressure
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Before connecting the compressed air supply

to the printer, ensure that the air regulator adjustment knob is
turned fully counterclockwise.
Rev AA Installing the Ribbon in the Cassette 3-7

Use the regulator to set the air pressure according to the following table:
Printer Type Air Pressure
32 mm 3 bar (43.5 Psi)
53 mm 3.5 to 4 bar
(50.7 to 58.0 Psi)
Table 3-2: Air Pressure
Setting the pressure too high can shorten the lifetime of the printhead.
Setting the pressure too low can cause poor print quality.
Working with Printer Connections
Product Sensors/Print Signals

One 15-pin D-Type (male) connector, located on the side of the printer is
dedicated for input and output connections.
The printer can be triggered to print either by a mechanical contact-print
signal or a 24 V DC PNP product sensor.
The printer can be configured to print either on a positive or a negative
edge signal.
Note: These settings are known as configuration settings and cannot be set on the
CLARiTY® panel. For further information, refer “Configuring the Printer” on
page 3-17.
Connect the wiring for the sensor or mechanical contact operation, as

shown in Figure 3-6 and Figure 3-7 on page 3-10.
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24VDC
0V
SIG
8 1
2
15 9
1. PNP Sensor
2. 15-pin Male D-type Connector
Figure 3-6:PNP Sensor Wiring (Print Sensor)
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24VDC
SIG
8 1
2
15 9
1. Print Signal Relay Contact

Figure 3-7:Mechanical Contact Wiring (Print Sensor)
Encoder
For the continuous motion operation of the printer, an encoder is used to
track the speed of the packaging material. The encoder is wired into the
printer's input/output connector.
The printer is configured to use a quadrature mode encoder by default,
but is capable of using a single-phase encoder. The use of a quadrature
mode encoder enables the printer to react if the packaging material is
travelling backwards. This prevents the occurrence of breaks in the ribbon
and possible damage to the printer. The use of a quadrature mode encoder
is strongly recommended. If a single-phase encoder is used, the Phase-B
connection marked in Figure 3-8 is not required.
Note: These settings are known as configuration settings and cannot be set at the
CLARiTY® panel. For further information, refer “Configuring the Printer” on
page 3-17.

1
Phase - A
Phase - B Signal
0V +24V
8 1
15 9
1. Encoder
Figure 3-8:Encoder Wiring

Interlocks and Annunciation

The 15-pin D-type (male) connector, located on the side of the printer unit
is available for connecting with a variety of useful interlock and
annunciation signals.
Table 3-1 summarizes the input and output connections.
Pin Purpose
1 +24 V
2 External input #1 PNP 24 V
3 0V
6 Relay output #1 N/C
7 Relay output #1 common
8 Relay output #1 N/O
9 Relay output #2 common
10 Relay output #2 N/O
11 PNP 24 V Output #1
12 0V
13 PNP 24 V Output #2
14 Encoder Phase B input
15 Encoder Phase A input
Table 3-3: Input and Output Connections
Note: For more information on configuring the inputs and outputs, refer
“Working with the Configurable Inputs and Outputs” on page 3-26.

Data Communication
All external data communication to the printer are connected through the
CLARiTY® controller. It contains the following communication ports:
• RS232 Serial Communications Port (9-pin Male D-type Connector)
• Ethernet 10baseT/100baseTX High Speed Network Port (RJ45
Connector)
Table 3-4 lists the connections to the RS232 Serial Communications Port.
Pin Connection
1 Data Carrier Detect (DCD)
2 Receive Data (Rx)
3 Transmit Data (Tx)
4 Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
5 GROUND
6 Data Set Ready (DSR)
7 Request To Send (RTS)
8 Clear To Send (CTS)
9 Ring Indicator (RI)
Table 3-4: RS232 Serial Communications Port Connections
The printer is primarily designed to communicate with the CLARICOM™

Package Coding Management Software, such as the CLARiSOFT™ Image
Design Software and CLARiNET™ Coder Networking Software (supplied
separately). CLARiTY® is supplied with some default images installed in
its database memory.
CLARiTY® can be configured to work in one of the following modes:

• Standalone Mode
Download images to CLARiTY® using a standard PC null-modem

cable (twisted 9-pin D-type, female to female) connected between PC
COM1 port and CLARiTY® RS232 port (cable supplied separately),
using CLARiSOFT®.
• Network Mode
Create images on a PC using CLARiSOFT®.
Download to CLARiTY® using the Ethernet TCP/IP network and

CLARiNET® network software.

Images (Jobs) can be requested from the CLARiTY® panel or can be

selected and downloaded from any networked PC workstation that is
running CLARiNET®.
Cable Connections
Figure 3-9 displays the details of the printer cable connections.
15 Way I/O Cable Unterminated
Encoder
Low Profile Connector
Air
PRINTER
Mains Power
D25 - M D9 - F
CLARiTY
D9 - M RJ 45
RS232 ETHERNET USB
Figure 3-9: Cable Connections

Switching the Power On

To switch the printer on, turn the power switch on the CLARiTY®
controller to the I (On) position (Figure 3-10).
Power Switch
Figure 3-10:Standard Printer Power Switch
Once power is switched ON, the controller will boot-up. This will take
approximately 90 seconds, during which startup screen appears.
On successful boot-up, the home page appears (Figure 3-11 on page 3-16).
An initialization process of 15 seconds begins, during which the printer
calibrates the ribbon drive. The status bar flashes the words STARTING
UP and the amber LED flashes on and off. When the process is complete,
the home page changes, as follows:
• The status panel changes from STARTING UP to OFFLINE.
• The Consumables area displays the percentage of ribbon remaining.
• In the Control Frame, the Start and Stop buttons are enabled.
Figure 3-11 displays the CLARiTY® home page in the OFFLINE state.
Rev AA Switching the Power On 3-15

Figure 3-11:CLARiTY® Home Page in the Offline State
Understanding Printhead LEDs

Table 3-5 lists the printhead LEDs that indicate the status of the printer.
Color On Flashing Off
Amber Warning signal Fault signal No warning or fault
Green — Printhead is —
printing
Blue Power on — No power to

printhead
Table 3-5: LED Indicators
Note: The amber LED also flashes when the printer is being powered on and the
printhead is initializing.
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Configuring the Printer
CLARiTY® Configuration Manager

As coding and labelling equipment have become increasingly versatile
and flexible with a wide range of applications, the number of variables
that can be configured within a printer, has become very large. Although
printers are pre-programmed with default values, as the extent of the
application increases, it becomes less likely that the default configuration
is ideal. This can lead to a large and cumbersome Menu Tree on the
printer’s controller that users have to work with.
Most printer variables are set during the installation process. The
variables are set to values that tailor the printer to the application. Once
set, these variables only need to be changed when the application for the
printer changes. As such, there is no need to make these installation
parameters available at the printer interface. They are set through a
configuration programme called CLARiTY® Configuration Manager.
Figure 3-12: CLARiTY® Configuration Manager
The CLARiTY® Configuration Manager (Figure 3-12) is a PC software

program, that provides the following basic features:
• Setting all the printer variables
• Saving/retrieving a set of variable values to a PC file for later/
repeated use
• Downloading a set of variables to the printer's CLARiTY® controller

for non-volatile (permanent) memory storage in the printer
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• Uploading a set of variables from the printer for review/comparison/

modification
• Updating the system software
• Saving/retrieving language files
• Saving/retrieving job, font, and graphics files
• Configuring master/slave functionality
• Snapshot of CLARiTY® screens
As a result, the CLARiTY® Controller only retains the availability of a

small number of operating variables for the user to change. Apart from
making the CLARiTY® control system more simple and user-friendly, it
also provides an increased level of printer system integrity, because the
configuration variables cannot be accessed from the printer itself, but only
from a connected PC.
If the printer is installed to run in a standalone mode (i.e., the printer is not
networked), the PC is only linked briefly (via the RS232 serial or ethernet
port) for the period of upload/download of the variables (a few seconds).
The PC would then be removed.
In a networked environment, system administrators could have direct
access to the printer, while line operators are limited to accessing only the
operating variables that are relevant to them.
Installing the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager

To install the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager on a PC,
1 Insert the Operator Manual CD (P/N: 462398)
2 Click on CLARiTY® Configuration Manager in the home page.

3 Run the CLARiTYConfig.exe file.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
If your PC has the auto run facility disabled, the installation routine will
not start automatically. To enable the installation procedure, proceed as
follows:
1 Click the Start button.
2 Click the Run button to open a dialog box.
3 Type “D:\setup.exe” in the dialog box and press enter/return key.
Note: D: is the drive letter of the PC's CD-ROM drive. If it is different for
your PC, replace the letter D with the appropriate drive letter.
The software is installed in the PC and is ready for use.
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Connecting the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager to the Printer
Connecting CLARiTY® Configuration Manager to the Printer using an

RS 232 connection
To connect the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager to the printer, proceed
as follows:
1 Connect the PC serial port to the CLARiTY® controller using the null-
modem cable.
Ensure that all other programs (such as, Active sync and other PDA
applications) that use the serial port are disabled.
2 Run the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager on the PC (Figure 3-13).
Status Panel
Figure 3-13: CLARiTY® Configuration Manager

3 Ensure that the printer status panel (at the bottom left of the window)
reports the message "Connection Active" and the new printer icon
turns green.
If the status displays "Not connected", as shown in Figure 3-13, disable
or quit the other applications running on the PC that are using the
serial port. Check that the baud rate settings on the Configuration
Manager matches with the printer’s baud rate.
4 Click the Upload button. The progress of the operation is displayed in
the status pane. This uploads the printer parameters set to the PC.
The list of folders containing the configuration parameters appears in
the parameter listing (in the right hand frame of the Configuration
Manager).

Connecting the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager to the Printer

using an Ethernet cable
Connecting the printer to CLARiTY® Configuration Manager via Ethernet
requires the following
• A correct Ethernet cable:
- If connection is being made directly between the PC and the printer
a crossed Ethernet cable must be used
- If the connection is being made via an office LAN or Ethernet hub,
then an ordinary uncrossed patch cable is required
• Correct configuration of the PC ethernet port
• Correct configuration of the printer’s ethernet port
To connect the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager to the printer, the

following settings have to be done on the PC ethernet port and printer’s
ethernet port:
PC
The PC Ethernet port must be set up to connect at a specific IP
address. If you are connecting via an office LAN, consult with your IT
manager before assigning IP addresses to your PC. If you are making
a direct connection, you may specify any IP address.
1 Open the PC Ethernet port properties and modify the TCP/IP not to
assign an IP address automatically. Then specify the new address (for
example 10.27.55.130 in Figure 3-14 on page 3-21) and the subnet
mask (Usually 255.255.255.0).

Figure 3-14: IP Address Settings on the PC
2 Click OK to apply the settings.

Printer (Coder) Ethernet Port
3 Connect the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager to the printer using

an RS232 connection and upload the printers parameters.

4 Locate the TCP/IP configuration parameters as shown in Figure 3-15.
Figure 3-15: IP Address Settings on the Printer
5 Set the BinaryCommsNetworkPort parameter to 3001.

6 Set the IP address to be in the same range as the PC port (for example
10.27.55.131 in Figure 3-15 on page 3-22)
Note: The printer IP address should not be the same as the IP address of the
PC.
7 Set the subnet mask to match that of your PC port.
8 Click the Download button to download the parameters to the printer.

9 Click the New printer icon and change the method of connection to
Network. Enter the correct IP address and Port number to match the
values downloaded into the printer (Figure 3-16).
Figure 3-16: Printer Settings
10 Click Apply and the new settings are activated and the printer icon
turns green (Figure 3-17).
Figure 3-17: Printer Settings
11 Click the Upload button. The progress of the operation is displayed in

the status pane. This uploads the printer parameters set to the PC.
The list of folders containing the configuration parameters appears in
the parameter listing (in the right hand frame of the Configuration
Manager).

Editing Parameters
Figure 3-18 displays the list of parameters that are available in the printer
settings.
Parameters List
Figure 3-18: Parameter Settings
Click the folder required to open or close it or to gain access to the

parameters it contains. You may have to click and open a number of
nested folders to get to the parameter that you want.
There are a number of different types of parameters. Click 'Help' on the
menu at the top of the screen, and select 'Key To Legends' to get a
complete list of the different types of parameters.
To change the value of a parameter, proceed as follows:
1 Click the required parameter from the parameter list. The current
value is displayed in the ‘Value’ box at the bottom of the screen.
2 Change the value to the required value using the mouse and the
keyboard.
3 Click the Apply button. The value displayed in the parameters list is
updated to reflect the change.
Note: Event parameters do not have values that can be set. Touching the Trigger
button that is available in the bottom pane causes the printer to perform the given
action immediately.

For many parameters, it may be satisfactory to leave them with their

default values. Some of the parameters may need tuning after some initial
prints have been made. Some of the listed parameters are available at the
CLARiTY® panel. It may be more convenient to make final adjustments at
the panel rather than using the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager (refer
Table 3-5).
Saving the Changes in the Printer

To make the changes effective, proceed as follows:
1 Click the printer icon in the left-hand pane to open the printer controls
at the bottom pane of the window.
2 Click the download button to update the printer with the changes that
you have made to the parameters.
A dialog box opens with the message “The parameters to be
downloaded have not been saved to an archive”.
3 Touch OK to continue with the download.
4 The new parameters are active when the download is complete.
Note: Unless steps 1 to 4 are performed, none of the parameter changes

become effective in the printer.
Archiving the Current Parameters

The set of parameters can be saved as an archive and are stored on the PC.
The archive can be loaded into the Configuration Manager and
downloaded to the printer again at a later date to revert to the archived set
of parameters.
Once the printer has been configured, it is recommended that all the
parameters be uploaded into the PC, and saved as an archive.
To archive the current parameters, proceed as follows:
1 Right click the Archives folder in the left-hand panel.
2 Select the New Save option from the pop-up menu.
A file for the new save appears under the archives folder with a name
containing the current time and date.
3 Change the name of the archive in the bottom panel, and click the
Apply button.

Loading a Saved Archive

To load an archive that was saved previously, proceed as follows:
1 Locate the archive in the left panel and right click on it.
2 Choose Load from the pop-up menu.
The archived parameters are displayed on the right-hand pane.
Click the printer icon from the left-hand panel and click the Download
button to load the archive of parameters to the printer.
Working with the Configurable Inputs and Outputs

The printer has a fully software configurable input/output system for
interfacing the printer to the packaging equipment or the packaging line.
The configuration system allows the installer to define:
• Which logical printer events are assigned to each input
• When any input is logically On (in its high or low state)
• Which logical printer events cause each output to switch on
• Which logical printer events cause each output to switch off
• Whether an output is latched on or whether it is a 100 mS pulse event
The inputs and outputs are all configured using CLARiTY® Configuration
Manager.
Configuring the Inputs

To configure the inputs, proceed as follows:
1 Connect CLARiTY® Configuration manager to the printer and upload

the parameters.
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2 Open the input configuration folder.
Figure 3-19:Input Configuration Window
3 The three physical inputs are displayed in the lower area of the screen.
Click the one you wish to configure. The available options for that
input are displayed in the Usage List.
4 Click the usage you wish to assign to that input and then click the
radio button to set whether that input should be considered 'On' when
it goes high or low.
5 Click apply to save these settings.
The available Usage options are:
• Print Sensor 1: Using a 24 V PNP input to trigger the printer to start
printing
• Print Sensor 2: Using a 24 V PNP input to trigger the printer to start
printing
Note: The printer supports the use of two print sensor options. Only one
may be in use at a given time. The purpose of this is to accommodate two
different methods of print triggering, for example a registration mark on
printed film and a cam proximity sensor for use on unprinted film.
• Print Input Select: Uses an input to determine if Print Sensor 1 or Print
Sensor 2 is the active print sensor for this print job
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• External error: Using a 24 V PNP input to inform the printer that the
host packaging machine or line has an error and the printer should
not run
• Clear print queue: Using a 24 V PNP input to inform the printer that
the job allocation queue should be cleared (refer “Working with Print
Allocations” on page 5-59 for allocations)
Repeat the steps 1 to 5 for all the three inputs and then download the
parameters to the printer to apply these new settings.
Configuring the Outputs

To configure the outputs, proceed as follows:
1 Connect the CLARiTY® Configuration manager to the printer and

upload the parameters.
2 Open the output configuration folder.
Figure 3-20:Output Configuration Window
3 Click on the output you wish to configure. The logical conditions that
activate or deactivate the output are viewed in the lower area of the
screen.
4 Select the event that you wish to activate or deactivate the output and
click the radio box if you wish the output to be latched high/low or to
operate as a 100 ms pulsed signal upon activation.
5 Click apply to save the settings.

The available options for activation/deactivation are:

• Job allocation has completed: Refer “Working with Print Allocations”
on page 5-59 for allocations
• Job update queue is full: Refer “Working with Print Allocations” on
page 5-59 for allocations
• Job update queue is not full: Refer “Working with Print Allocations”
on page 5-59 for allocations
• Labeller may feed labels: Not currently supported
• Labeller may not feed labels: Not currently supported
• New job allocation is received: Refer “Working with Print
Allocations” on page 5-59 for allocations
• Not used: The output has no function
• Print cycle complete: The printer can now start a new print (motors
and ribbon are now stationary)
• Print cycle starts: Print signal has been received and any registration
delay has expired
• Print failed: A request to print was not successfully completed.
Possible causes are
- Aborted print
- No allocation available but print signal received
- No print job is selected but a print signal received
• Print signal ignored: The print signal has been ignored by the printer.
A print signal was received whilst a registration delay was being
counted. The printer can be printing and counting down the next
registration delay from a new print signal (that is processing two print
signals simultaneously) but one of the print signal events must be in
the printing phase whilst the other is in the registration phase. You
cannot have two print signals in the same phase of printing or
registration
• Printer enters fault: A fault condition has occurred
• Printer enters warning: A warning condition has occurred
• Printer finishes printing: The printer has stopped physically printing
onto the product
• Printer is busy: The printhead is out in its printing position
• Printer is not busy: The printhead is retracted from its printing
position
• Printer is online: The Start button has been pressed and the printer is
ready to run
Rev AA Working with the Configurable Inputs and Outputs 3-29

• Printer is offline: The Stop button has been pressed and the printer is
not ready to run
• Printer leaves fault: The fault condition has been cleared
• Printer leaves warning: The warning condition has been cleared
• Printer starts printing: The printer has started to physically print onto
the product
Repeat the steps 1 to 5 for all the four outputs and then download the
parameters to the printer to apply these new settings.

Default Options Configuration

Table 3-5 lists the default options configuration for the printer.
Section Sub-Section Parameter CLARiTY® Units Default Functionality

Name Name
End Of Reel Detection None Reactive Sets the end of reel detection to Reactive or
Detection Mode Predictive.
Ribbon Color Ribbon Color None Black Sets the ribbon color to Black, White or Other.
Consumables Ribbon Type None None Standard/ Sets the ribbon type to Standard/Premium, High
Premium Speed or Standard/Long
Devices,
Phds,1 Ribbon Width Ribbon Width mm 55 The width of the ribbon running on the machine
(mm)
Mirrored Image None None No Converts the selected image to print as if it were
Image viewed in a mirror (used if it is required to print on
Information the inside of a bag, instead on the outside of a
bag).
Table 3-5: Videojet DataFlex 6320 Printer Configuration Manager
Rev AA Default Options Configuration 3-31


Name Name
Print Orientation None Degrees 0 Rotates all selected images through 180 degrees
Image Reset Image None None Yes When using a sequence of print images, this
Information Sequence On parameter forces the sequence to reset back to
Offline the start when the printer goes offline
Input None IP1=Print Permits configuration of the 3 software

Configuration sensor 1 configurable printer inputs.
IP2 = Inhibit
Input
Print
Devices, Configuration
IP3 = Not used
Phds,1
All are active
high
Encoder Mode None None Quadrature Sets the encoder logic to either single or 2 phase
operation. 2 phase operation enables the coder
to sense film direction. It requires a quadrature
Inputs, encoder (as supplied by the manufacturer)
Encoder
Encoder Number of None 500 Resolution of the encoder (lines per revolution).
Number Of Lines
Lines
Table 3-5: Videojet DataFlex 6320 Printer Configuration Manager (Continued)
3-32 Default Options Configuration Rev AA


Name Name
Inputs, Encoder Wheel Wheel 0.01mm 5335 Diameter of the encoder wheel
Encoder Diameter HMM Diameter
Encoder Source Encoder None 24V Push-Pull Sets the input source to 24V push-pull input or
Source Inputs RS422
Missing Speed Missing None No Activates the fault for the missing speed signal
Speed
RS422 Encoder Pulses Encoder 0.01mm 10833 Sets the number of pulses for the RS422
Encoder Per HMM Pulses encoder between 600 and 50000
Label All parameters reserved for future use

Devices, Applicator
Phds,1
Output1Config None None Printer is Permits configuration of programmable output #1
online/offline to set the logical on and off events
Output2Config None None Printer in Permits configuration of programmable output #2

Warning/not to set the logical on and off events
Output warning
Configuration Output3Config None None Printer is Permits configuration of programmable output #3
Busy/not busy to set the logical on and off events
Output4Config None None Printer starts Permits configuration of programmable output #4

printing/stops to set the logical on and off events
printing


Name Name
Abort Print Time None mS 2000 A time out only used in conjunction with Low
out Speed Behavior. The time-out starts when a low
speed pack is detected (<40mm/s)
When the time-out expires, the print is aborted.
No further print is placed on that bag.
This parameter is only effective when the Low
Speed Behavior parameter is set to Abort after
Devices, Print Time-out.
Phds,1 Information
Continuous None None No Allows indefinite continuous motion printing from
Auto Print a single print trigger. Each print is separated by a
Triggering distance set in the parameter Continuous Repeat
Distance
Continuous None mS 15 Time taken for the printhead to travel from the
Head Down ready to print position, to printing against the
Time roller in continuous mode.
Continuous None mm per 750 for Limits the maximum print speed in continuous
Maximum Print sec 53 mm printer mode printing in order to maximise the number of
Speed packs per minute. Used when the actual film
Devices, Print 750 for 32 mm speed is significantly below the printers specified
Phds,1 Information printer maximum print speed but the number of packs
per minute required is high. Limiting maximum
print speed reduces the ribbon waste that has to
be reclaimed and shortens the print/rewind cycle.


Name Name
Continuous None None No Enables Multi Print mode in continuous motion

Multi Print Mode printing. One print signal generates a number of
prints, separated by a defined distance. Enabling
this mode requires the user to also set the
Continuous Prints per Signal, Continuous
Repeat Distance and Continuous Registration
Devices, Print Delay parameters correctly
Phds,1 Information
Continuous Print Position 0.01mm 2100 Position of the printhead from its parked position,
Print Position when printing in continuous motion. Defines the
position of the printhead relative to the print roller
Continuous None None 1 The number of prints per print signal when using
Prints per Continuous Multi Print Mode
Signal
Continuous Horizontal mm 0 The distance to delay the print after receipt of the
Registration Registration print signal. In Con ti no us Multi Print Mode this
Delay defines the distance to the first print.
Continuous None mm 100 The distance between successive prints in

Devices, Print Repeat Continuous Multi Print Mode
Phds,1 Information Distance
Encoder Encoder % 100 Permits the machine to be run with a slightly

Scaling Percent Scaling mismatched ribbon and substrate speed
High Speed High Speed None No Allows selection of High throughput or Increased
Printing Printing throughput modes of printing


Name Name
Intermittent None mS 20 The time for the printhead to move from its ready
Head Down to print position to contact with the print pad in
Time intermittent printing mode.
Intermittent Intermittent None No Allows selection of Intermittent OCR (optical

OCR Mode OCR Mode character recognition) mode
Intermittent None mS 500 The time to wait after receiving the print signal
Print Delay before commencing an intermittent print.
Devices, Print
Phds,1 Information Intermittent Horizontal mm 0 A print registration delay in the direction of the
Print Registration printhead movement, effectively moving the print
Registration further from the starting point of printhead
contact with the film.
Intermittent None 0.1mm 20 Distance moved by the printhead before starting

Start Border to print in intermittent mode. Used to
Tmm compensate for any bouncing of the printhead as
it hits the print pad.


Name Name
Low Speed None None Resume on Sets 4 options for how the coder behaves when
Behavior speedup the film speed drops below 40mm/s while the
coder is printing in continuous print mode.
1) Resume on speedup - resume printing the
image from the point printing stopped as soon as
the film speed reaches 65mm/s
2) Abort instantly- Abandon the print and wait for
Devices, Print the next bag
Phds,1 Information 3) Abort after time-out. If the bag becomes
stationary the print aborts after the time-out
elapses. No further print is on the bag.
It requires the parameters Maximum Re Print
Gap, Abort Print Time out and Unprinted Pack
Behavior to be set as well, depending on the
behavior required
4) Print- Continue Printing
Maximum Re None mm 40 If the Low Speed Behavior is set to Resume on

Print Gap Speedup, then if the bag moves a distance
greater than this parameter, whilst in 'low speed',
the coder prints a complete, whole code on the
bag as soon as the film speed exceeds 65mm/s
Devices, Print
Phds,1 Information Print Darkness Print % 75 Sets the amount of energy being sent to the
Darkness printhead
Printhead Width Printer Width mm 53 Width of the printhead (53mm or 32mm)
Printhead to Printhead to mm 1.5 Allows selection of the distance between the

Platten Gap Platten Gap printhead and platten between 0.5 to 4.5mm


Name Name
Print Sensor None mm 1 The distance of film that has to advance with the
Deb ounce print signal being 'on' before it is accepted.
Used to avoid multiple erroneous print signals
when a sensor or signal is not giving a clean
Devices, Print switch.
Phds,1 Information Works in conjunction with Print Sensor Deb
ounce Time - the first to expire wins.
Using the distance method of debouncing
guarantees print registration, the time based
system doesn't.
Print Sensor None mS 10 Sets the time to wait before accepting a valid
Deb ounce print signal input as being logically 'On'.Used to
Time avoid multiple erroneous print signals when a
sensor or signal is not giving a clean switch when
the film speed may drop to zero or near zero
when the print signal is issued - in this situation
Devices, Print the distance based method of debounce would
Phds,1 Information not work because the print signal would go away
before the film distance is advanced.
Works in conjunction with Print Sensor Deb
ounce Time - the first to expire wins.
Using the distance method of debouncing
guarantees print registration, the time based
system doesn't.


Name Name
Print Speed Print Speed mm per 200 The print speed to be used in intermittent mode
sec printing
Printer Hand Printer Hand None No default- LH or RH configuration

requires
setting
Printer Type Printer Mode None Intermittent Sets whether the printer is running in intermittent
Devices, Print or continuous print mode
Phds,1 Information
Ribbon Save Ribbon Save None 0 Sets the ribbon save mode
Mode Mode 0) None
1) Interleaved images
2) Radial Printing
3) Intermittent stripes
Trailing Edge None None 100 Allows the setting from 25 to 125
Darkness


Name Name
Unprinted Pack None None No Fault There are 3 options.

Behavior 1) No fault. The coder carries on without error if
there are uncoded or under speed packs
2) Fault on all undersized packs. Stop with fault
whenever the film speed drops below 40mm/s
Print AND a second print signal is received before the
Information first print completes.
3) Fault on unprinted packs. Stop with a fault
when a second print signal is received before the
first print is completed, regardless of film speed.
Devices, Vertical Vertical mm 0 Moves the image across the width of the
Phds,1 Registration Registration printhead
Printer Auto Clear None None No Determines if all faults are cleared when the
Configuration Faults On cassette is inserted
Cassette Insert
Printing mode Printing mode None 0 Thermal Allows the selection between thermal transfer
Transfer and direct thermal
Profiler Capture Capture None None Triggers the capturing of an encoder profile
Encoder Profile Encoder
Profile


Name Name
Character Set Character None 0: ASCII Sets the character sets ASCII, UTF8 or
CLARiTY
Set UNICODE
Data File
Day of month None None 1, 2, 3 …. Allows the setting of unique special codes for
codes each day of the month. It is a global setting for
the printer and all layouts that reference a day of
month code print these values
Imaging Day of week None None A, B, C, D, E, Allows the setting of unique special codes for
codes X, S each day of the week. It is a global setting for the
Date Codes printer and all layouts that reference a day of
week code print these values
Hour Codes None None A, B, C, D, E, Allows the setting of unique special codes for
F, G, H, J, K, L, each hour of the day. It is a global setting for the
M, N, P, Q, R, printer and all layouts that reference an hour of
S, T, U, V, W, day code print these values
X, Y, Z
Minute Codes None None AG, AH, AI, Allows the setting of unique special codes for
AJ, AL, AM, each minute of the day. It is a global setting for
AN, AO, AP, the printer and all layouts that reference a minute
BG, BH …. of day code print these values
Month Codes None None JA, FE, MR, Allows the setting of unique special codes for
AL, MA, JN, each month of the year. It is a global setting for
Imaging Date Codes
JL, AU, SE, the printer and all layouts that reference a month
OC, NO, DE of year code print these values
Week of Year None None 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Allows the setting of unique special codes for
Codes 7…. each week of the year. It is a global setting for
the printer and all layouts that reference a week
of year code print these values


Name Name
Year of Decade None None A, B, C, D, … Allows the setting of unique special codes for
Codes each year of the decade. It is a global setting for
Date Codes
the printer and all layouts that reference a year of
decade code print these values
Enable Line Enable Line None No Allows the set up of Line Select Mode
Selection Selection
Line Selection Line None Binary Inputs Sets up line selection mode:
Line Mode Selection 0) Communications
Selection Mode 1) Binary Inputs
2) Binary Hot Bit Inputs
Number of None None 4 Sets the number of production lines between 2 &
Lines 4
Imaging Printhead None None Printhead 1 Used in Master/Slave setup only
Mapping
Equipment ID None None 1 Allows the setting of a unique special code for
the Equipment ID. It is a global setting for the
printer and all layouts
Factory ID None None 1 Allows the setting of a unique special code for
the Factory ID. It is a global setting for the printer
Printer Codes and all layouts that reference a factory ID code
print this value
Line ID None None 1 Allows the setting of a unique special code for
the production Line ID. It is a global setting for
the printer and all layouts that reference a Line
ID code print this value


Name Name
Number of None None 0 The number of shifts per day

Shifts
Shift Codes Start of Day None None +00:00:00 Sets the start of the day when all automatically
calculated date codes change e.g. the factory
'day' can be set to start at 2.00am or 6.00am
Character set None None ASCII Sets the character set to ASCII, UTF8,
UNICODE
Imaging Parse Escape None None No Sets the Parse Escape Sequence to Yes or No
Transmitted Sequence
Fields
Trigger Mode None None Disabled Sets the trigger mode:
0) Disabled
1) Transmit on Job Select/Update
2) Transmit on Print
Max Queue None None 1 Sets the limit on the number of jobs that can be
Update
Length in the selection queue when Allocation printing is
Queue
enabled
Cycle Head None None None Cycle moving the printhead from its parked
Position position to its printing position
Cycle Print None None None Cycle the unit printing continuously
Generate Log None None None Trigger log files generation

Operations
Files
Perform Motor None None None Calibrate the stepper motors

Calibration
Print Test Image None None None Print a test image
Baud Rate Baud Rate Bits/sec 115200 Sets the baud rate of serial comm port
System ComPort1
Flow Control None None None Sets hardware or software handshaking


Name Name
ComPort1 Usage Usage None CLARiTY® Sets the protocol running on the port (None, Text
comms Communications, CLARiTY® Comms, ZPL
Emulation)
ComPort2 Baud Rate Baud Rate Bits/sec 115200 Sets the baud rate of serial comm port
(option)
Flow Control None None None Sets hardware or software handshaking
Usage Usage None None Sets the protocol running on the port (None, Text
Communications, CLARiTY® Comms, ZPL
Emulation)
Data Base None None Local Is the layout database local in the printer, or
System Location remote, accessed via CLARiNET®
Enable User None None Yes Decides whether the printer Test Print function is
Test Print available from the CLARiTY® home screen
Job Selection None None Product Code Selection of job by product code or tiered job
Mode selection (via CLARiNET)
Power Saving None None None Selects the required power saving mode None,
Mode Minimal, High, Full
Show Job Show Job None None No Set to ‘Yes’, to show the selected job description
Description Description on on the home screen
on Home Home Screen
Screen


Name Name
BinaryCommsN Port None 0 or 3001 Set to Zero if Ethernet is not being used,
etworkPort otherwise it is set to the Ethernet Port
IP Address IP Address None 0.0.0.0 IP address of the printer on an Ethernet network
Subnet mask Subnet Mask None 255.255.255.0 Ethernet network subnet mask
Text Comms Job Selection None Normal Select from normal or selection per print
Mode
System TCPIP Network Port None 0 Allows setting of network port (0 - 256000)
ZPL Emulation Network Port None 0 Allows setting of network port (0 - 256000)
Text comms None 0 0 Allows the enabling and set up of the

Assync Assynchronous text communications
notification
Text comms None None None Allows the enabling and set up of the
Parameter File Assynchronous text communications


Name Name
System USB Prompt on Prompt on None Yes Enables or Disables Prompt when Data files
CLARiTY® Data CLARiTY® detected on USB
File Detect Data File
Detect
Prompt on Prompt on None No Enables or Disables Prompt when Parameter

CLARiTY® CLARiTY® Archives detected on USB
Parameter Parameter
Archive Detect Archive
Detect
Prompt on Prompt on None No Enables or Disables Prompt when Printer Clone

CLARiTY® CLARiTY® detected on USB
Printer Clone Printer Clone
Detect Detect
Prompt on Prompt on None Yes When a USB memory stick is inserted and USB
CLARiTY® CLARiTY® is enabled, CLARiTY® automatically runs the
Update Detect Update CLARiTY® update if there is a valid file on the
Detect disk.When the USB is disabled, the user has to
manually initiate the action from the user
interface screen.
ZPL Barcode Sizing Barcode None Balanced Sets the required barcode size: Favour smaller
Sizing barcodes, balanced, favour larger barcodes
Emulation Emulation DPI 203 dpi Sets emulation resolution at 203, 300 or 600 dpi
Resolution Resolution
Print Limit Mode Print Limit None Unlimited Sets the print limit at
Mode Prints 0) Unlimited prints
1) Uses ZPL supplied print limit
Print Mode Print Mode None Download only Sets the print mode: Download only, download &
Select, Download, select & delete after use or
select only (do not use database)


Name Name
CLARiTY® Language Language None English Sets the active language being used by
CLARiTY®
Enable None None Disabled Enables normal/advanced or disables password

Passwords Passwords protection. If enabled, the passwords must be set
up
User
Interfaces Re calibrate Re calibrate None None Triggers re calibration of the touchscreen
Touchscreen Touchscreen
Printhead Printhead None 1300 Sets the printhead resistance between 1074 and
Resistance Resistance 1476
Set Screen Screen Degrees 0 Rotates the entire display by 180 degrees
Orientation Orientation
Set Screen None None Not used on the Videojet DataFlex 6320 Coder
Contrast To
Default
User CLARiTY® Archive None None Flags whether this setup has ever been archived
Interfaces Config (auto set)
Last Updated None None Flags when the setup was last changed (auto
set)
WebServer Enabled Enabled None No Enables or Disables WebServer

CLARiTY® Operating
System 4
• Getting started the CLARiTY® Operating System

• Using the Tools page
• Working with Passwords
Getting started with the CLARiTY®

CLARiTY® is an icon-based operator control system. It has an easy-to-use
touch screen and most areas of the display are "active", that is, touching an
area on the screen is like pressing a "button" on a traditional control panel.
The basics of the CLARiTY® operating system are explained in the
Videojet DataFlex 6320 Operator Manual (P/N 462393). All technical
aspects of the printer setup and control are accessed through the Tools
button.
Figure 4-1 on page 4-2 shows the home screen of the CLARiTY® operating
system.
Rev AA Getting started with the CLARiTY® 4-1

5 2
1. Machine Status Button 4. Control Frame Buttons

2. Tools Button 5. Home Button
3. Current Job Details Button
Figure 4-1: CLARiTY® Home Screen
Using the Tools Page

Touch the Tools button on the home screen to access the Tools page
(Figure 4-2).
Figure 4-2: Tools Page
4-2 Using the Tools Page Rev AA

The tools page allows you to access the following pages:

• Setup page: Permits you to modify a small subset of the printer setup
parameters
• Diagnostics page: Provides on-line fault finding routines and
diagnostic functions
• Databases page: Provides control over the jobs database of the coder.
Working with Setup Page

Touch Setup button on the tools page to access the setup page (Figure 4-3).
Figure 4-3: Setup Page
The Setup page allows you to access the following parameters:

• Printhead and printing operations
• Consumables (ribbon)
• General Control (e.g. time, date, language)
• Options
Rev AA Using the Tools Page 4-3

Printhead Setting in Intermittent Mode

Touch the Printhead button on the setup page to access the printhead
parameters.
Figure 4-4: Printhead Parameters in Intermittent Mode
The Printhead page in intermittent mode allows you to access the

following parameters:
• Horizontal Registration: The position of the print in the printer’s
overall printing window, measured in mm across the width of the
printhead. It enables you to position the print along the width of the
printhead.
• Vertical Registration: The position of the print in the printer’s overall
print window, measured in mm in the direction perpendicular to the
printhead.
• Print Orientation: Allows rotation of the whole image through 180
degrees
• Print Delay: The delay between the print signal and the commencing
of the print. Measured in milliseconds, it allows time for the
packaging film to come to a complete rest before the printhead comes
in contact. It should be set to the smallest possible value that gives a
good quality print.
• Print Speed: The target printing speed of the head in mm/sec. It
should be set to the lowest speed that allows completion of the print
in the available dwell time of the packaging film
• Print Darkness: The amount of energy being transferred into the
printhead. It should be set to the lowest value that provides acceptable
quality of print at the required throughput.

• Ribbon Saving Mode: This mode enables a choice of either Interleaved

Images or Radial Printing.
- Interleaved Images enables a lower quality draft mode of printing
with a 50% saving in ribbon consumption.
- Radial Printing enables multiple prints to be printed across the
width of the ribbon. The number of prints is automatically
calculated by the system depending on the image height and the
ribbon width.
• Printhead Resistance: Matches the drive electronics of the printer to
the resistance characteristics of the printhead (Refer “Setting the
Printhead Resistance” on page 5-23 for details of setup)
Printhead Setting in Continuous Mode

Touch the Printhead button on the setup page to access the printhead
parameters.
Figure 4-5: Printhead Parameters in Continuous Mode
The Printhead page in continuous mode allows you to access the

following parameters:
• Print Position: Changes the angle of the printhead against the target
material. This angle affects the print quality. If the angle is not
suitable, the resulting print may appear faded.
Note: Other parameters are same as intermittent mode.

Working with the Consumables Setup Page

Touch Consumables button on the setup page to access the consumables
parameters (Figure 4-6).
Figure 4-6: Consumables Page
The consumables page allows you to set the following parameters:

• Ribbon Width: Sets the ribbon tension to the optimum value
depending on the ribbon width (narrow ribbons stretch more than
wide ones and should run at lower tension)
• Ribbon Color: Allows the printer to accurately predict the end of reel
condition when using the predictive end of reel detection systems
• Ribbon Type: The default setting of Standard/Premium selects the
standard printhead darkness controls. The High Speed setting selects
a new set of controls designed for high speed ribbon. These new
controls give better print performance across the print speed range.
• Ribbon Length: Allows the printer to set both the standard and longer
ribbon length. The maximum ribbon length is 1200 meters.

Working with the Control Setup Page

Touch the control button on the setup page to access the control page
(Figure 4-7).
Figure 4-7: Control Page
The control page allows you to set the following parameters:

• Internationalisation: Sets the language of the user interface and the
international region which control date/time formats displayed on
the screen.
• Recalibrate Touchscreen: Allows the user to recalibrate the
touchscreen, if touching the screen does not accurately locate the
correct button or Icon. The printer requests the user to touch several
crosses which are displayed on the screen, one after the other. The
screen is recalibrated when the automated process is complete.
Note: If the calibration of the machine has too many errors and does not
allow a user to navigate to this screen via the control panel, the same
functionality can be triggered from within CLARiTY® Configuration
manager.
• Set Screen Orientation: Rotates the entire display through 180 degrees
in the event that the control panel is installed in an inverted
orientation
• Date and Time: Sets the system date and time of the coder
• Labeller Control: This option is only available when the coder is set to
Intermittent Mode. It is a legacy feature and is not used in current
applications.

• Communications: Enables resetting of all serial communication

reports in the event that their setup has become corrupted
Working with the Options Setup Page

There are no options available at this time, it may be introduced in the
next versions of the CLARiTY®.
Working with Diagnostics

Touch diagnostics button on the tools page to access the diagnostics page
(Figure 4-8).
Figure 4-8: Diagnostics Page
The diagnostics page allows you to access the following pages:

• Printhead and printing operations diagnostics
• Consumables (ribbon) diagnostics
• General control (e.g. software versions, communications port status)
diagnostics
• Options

Working with Printhead Diagnostics

Touch Printhead button on the Diagnostics page to access the printhead
diagnostics page (Figure 4-9).
Figure 4-9: Printhead Diagnostics Page
The printhead diagnostics page allows you to access the following

parameters:
• Inputs
• Outputs
• Optics
• General
• Encoder Profiles (not shown in screen above): This line will only be
displayed when the printer is configured for continuous mode
• Timings
• States

Touch Inputs on the Printhead diagnostics page to access the input

Figure 4-10: Printhead Inputs Diagnostics Page (Complete List)
The input diagnostics page allows you access the following parameters:
• Input configuration: The coder has three software configurable inputs
which are setup using CLARiTY® configuration manager. Touch the
Input Configuration button to view a new page which informs you
about the current usage of the three inputs (as defined by CLARiTY®
configuration manager). For more details refer “Configuring the
Inputs” on page 3-26.

• Encoder: Touch the encoder button to access the encoder diagnostics

page. The encoder diagnostic page allows you to access the following
encoder parameters (Figure 4-11).
Note: The item Encoder will only appear when the printer is configured for
continuous mode.
Figure 4-11: Encoder Diagnostics Page
- Encoder Speed: Shows the actual real-time speed of the film being
measured by the encoder
- Encoder Direction: Shows the direction of rotation of the encoder if
it is a quadrature device
- Wheel diameter: Shows the diameter of the encoder wheel
- Number of lines: Shows the resolution of the encoder expressed as
the number of pulses per revolution
- Encoder Scaling: A parameter set to run the printing ribbon at a
slightly lower speed to the packaging film. This can improve
printing quality at very high packaging film speeds.
• External Inputs 1, 2, 3: Shows the real-time status of each of the three
inputs
• Printhead Position: Indicates whether the printhead home sensor is
detecting the head as parked or not
• Cassette Open: Indicates whether the cassette home sensor is
recognising the cassette as being open or closed

• Motor Volts: Shows the voltage supply to the stepper motors (must be
42V)
• Printhead Volts: Shows the drive voltage to the printhead. This varies,
depending on the printhead resistance but should be in the range of
23V
• 24 Volt Supply: Shows the voltage supply for the printers I/O (must
be 24V)
• Printhead Temperature: Shows the real-time reading of the thermistor
on the thermal printhead
• Printer Ambient Temperature: Shows the real-time temperature of the
hottest component inside the printer unit.
Touch Outputs on the Printhead Diagnostics page to access the output
Figure 4-12: Printhead Outputs Diagnostics Page
Each button shows the status of a physical output on the printer. Touching
the Toggle button allows you to force the state of an output, high or low
which is useful for diagnostic purposes.
• Printhead Position: Moves the printhead from its parked to its
printing position
• Printhead In/Out: Drives the air solenoid that moves the printhead in
and out towards the print platten or roller
• External Relay and PNP Outputs: The printer has 2 configurable relay
outputs and 2 configurable PNP 24V outputs. For more details on

configuration, for more details refer “Setting the End of Reel

Detection” on page 5-57.
• Green LED: Toggles the green LED at the front of the printer
• Amber LED: Toggles the orange at the front of the printer
Touch the Optics button on the Printhead Diagnostics page to access the
ribbon calibration system page.
Figure 4-13: Printhead Ribbon Calibration Page
The ribbon calibration systems works on a shadowgraph principle. A pair

or LED's are mounted inside the printer and a receiver is mounted onto
the back of the printhead carriage. When the ribbon cassette is placed in
the printer, the calibration process moves the printhead up and down its
carriage such that the receiver can detect the edges of the shadow cast by
the rolls of ribbon. Using geometry, the printer can then accurately
calculate the diameter of both the supply and waste rolls.
• Emitter 1, 2 allows you to toggle the LED's.
• Receiver gives a real-time reading of the output. High numbers
around 250 are read when the LED's are shining directly at the
receiver. Low numbers (less than 10) are read when there is an
obstruction between the LED and the receiver.
• Gain Setting is the gain applied by the electronics to keep the LED
signals within the correct limits. As the LED's become old, more gain
needs to be applied to the circuit, which is represented by a lower
number in the diagnostic. New LED's must have a gain of around 60
and old LED's must have a gain significantly less than this number,
indicating that the LED needs to be replacement.

Touch the General button on the Printhead Diagnostics page access to the
general diagnostic parameters.
Figure 4-14: Printhead General Diagnostics Page
The printhead general diagnostics page allows you access the following
parameters:
• Printer Mode: Indicates if the printer is configured as intermittent or
continuous motion
• Printer Hand: Indicates what handing the printer is configured as
• Printer Width: Indicates whether the printer is configured as a 32-mm
or 53-mm unit
• Printing Mode: This indicates whether the coder is set for Thermal
Transfer (that uses a ribbon) or Direct (that uses the coder without a
ribbon and printing directly on to thermal sensitive labels).
• High Throughput Mode: Indicates whether High Throughput Mode
is enabled or not
• High Speed Printing Mode: Indicates whether high speed printing is
enabled on the coder.
• Print Test Image: Triggers the printing of a test image
Encoder Profiling
Encoder profiling is designed for continuous motion applications where
there may be doubt over suitability of the application for the printer due to
excessive linear speed or acceleration problems.

Encoder profiling allows the printer to capture the behavior of the

packaging film from the encoder and plot the information onto the user
interface screen which also shows an 'on-line oscilloscope' of the machine
inputs and outputs at the same time.
Figure 4-15 shows a typical screen display of an encoder profile.
9
1
6
4
1. Printing 6. Speed at which Low Speed Printing

2. Printers Max Print Speed Setting Resumes
3. Green Line Shows Ribbon drive speed 7. Speed at which low speed printing
4. Input and Output Status stops
5. Blue Line Film Speed measured by 8. Trigger Point for Start of Profiling
encoder 9. Print Signal Received
Figure 4-15: Encoder Profiles Graph
The graph displayed on the CLARiTY® Operator Interface takes into

account, settings for 'Maximum Print Speed', current 'Registration'
settings and the image size printed.
Using these values, the graph shows where the print signal was received
and where the print would occur within the profile, as shown in Figure 4-
15.
This feature can be used to solve problems such as, drifting print
registration caused by the packaging film travelling above the maximum
print speed of the printer during the registration phase.

To capture the Encoder profiling on the screen, proceed as follows:

1 Touch the Encoder Profiles button on the Printhead Diagnostics page
access to the Encoder Profiles parameters (Figure 4-16).
Figure 4-16: Encoder Profiles Page
2 To set up the options for the profile you want to capture, touch the
following buttons:
• Profiling starts: Has three options
- Allows you to capture the profile automatically after you touch the
Capture Encoder Profile button
- Allows you to only capture a profile if the film speed drops below
the minimum limit of the printers specification
- Allows you to only capture a profile after a print signal has been
received
• Profile Type: Has three options which present the information in
slightly different graphical forms. Choose the one which best suits
your needs
• Profile X Axis: Allows you to set the X Axis of the chart to be either
time or distance
3 Once the options have been setup, start the capture process by
touching the Capture Encoder Profile button.
Note: Encoder profiles are not captured during the ribbon calibration
sequence.

In addition, if CLARiTY® Configuration Manager is communicating with

the printer, the encoder profile may be uploaded to a PC for analysis.
To upload encoder profile to a PC, proceed as follows:
1 Click on the new coder icon and navigate through devices and select
Capture Encoder Profile from the list as shown in Figure 4-17.
Figure 4-17: Encoder Profiles - CLARiTY® Configuration Settings
2 Click on Trigger button, the profile is captured in a file which is in

comma separated value format (csv).
3 To access this file, select Log Files folder from new coder as shown in
Figure 4-18.
Figure 4-18: Encoder Profiles - Log Files
This file can be loaded into spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft

Excel and using a Chart Wizard, a graph similar to that shown on the
screen of CLARiTY® can be viewed.

Working with Printhead Timings

Touch the Timings button on the Printhead Diagnostics page access to the
timings page (Figure 4-19 on page 4-18). This diagnostic page provides
information about the last print or print job selection that was made. It is
useful in high throughput applications to understand what the printer is
trying to do, especially in continuous motion applications.
Figure 4-19: Printhead Timings Diagnostics Page (Complete List)

The following parameters can be accessed in the printhead timings

diagnostics page:
• Minimum speed (mm/s): Indicates the minimum film speed during
the previous printing cycle
• Maximum speed (mm/s): Indicates the maximum film speed during
the previous printing cycle
• Minimum print speed (mm/s): Indicates the actual minimum printing
speed during the previous printing cycle
• Maximum print speed (mm/s): Indicates the actual maximum
printing speed during the last printing cycle
• Cycle Time (ms): Indicates the total time from the end of the print
registration delay to the end of the printing operation
• Printing Time (ms): Indicates the actual time taken to print the image
in the previous printing cycle
• Job Selection Time (ms): Indicates the time taken in selecting the last
job from the moment the image was confirmed, to being ready to print
• Job Data Update Time (ms): Indicates the total time taken to update all
the dynamic variables in the image (time, date, counters)
• Counter Update Time (ms): Indicates the time taken to update all the
counter fields in the image
• Time/Date Update Time (ms): Indicates the time taken to update all
the time/date fields in the image
The States button in the printhead diagnostics screen is for software
debugging only and is not described in this manual.

Working with Consumables Diagnostics

Touch Consumable button on the Diagnostics page to access to the
Consumables diagnostics page (Figure 4-20).
Figure 4-20: Printhead Consumables Diagnostics Page
The following parameters can be accessed in the consumables diagnostics

page:
• Ribbon Tension Statistics: This is for software debugging only and is
not described here.
• End of Reel Detection: Touch on this button to open up a new
diagnostics page dealing with the different methods of end of reel
detection.

Figure 4-21: End of Reel Detection Parameters
The following parameters are access in this page:

- Detection Mode: Indicates which of the two end of reel detection
methods are enabled (Refer “Setting the End of Reel Detection” on
page 5-57 for more details)
- The other parameters are for software debugging only and are not
described here
• Tension demand and measurement parameters are for debugging
only and are not described here
• Spool 1, 2 Diameters (0.1mm) are the measured diameters of the
ribbon and can be compared to the actual ribbon diameters after
calibration to determine the accurate functioning of the calibration
system.

Working with Control Diagnostics

Touch Control button on the Diagnostics page to access the system
Control page.
Figure 4-22: Control Parameters
The following parameters can be accessed in this page:

• Versions: Displays the software versions of the various software
components installed in the printer. The most important number
displayed when this button is touched is the Software Part Number.
This is the master version number and all the other data displayed is
of secondary importance.
Note: If there is any inconsistency among the software components that are
installed in the printer, the Software Part Number displays the message
'Incompatible Software Versions'. If this is seen, a CLARiTY® software
update must be performed, otherwise the coder may perform in an
unpredictable manner.

• Communications: Touch this button to access functions of each of the

Communication Ports on the printer. The following parameters can be
accessed in this page:
Figure 4-23: Communications Parameters
- Communication Ports 1, 2: Displays the status of each of the two

serial ports, including the Baud rate the port is set to
- TCP/IP: Displays the status of the Ethernet port.
•Text Communications: This indicates whether the text
communications has been enabled for this coder.
•ZPL Emulation: This indicates whether ZPL Emulation has been
enabled for this coder.

Figure 4-24: TCP/IP Parameters
• Image Queue Update: Allows you to view all the print jobs that are in
the allocation queue (refer “Working with Print Allocations” on
page 5-59 for more details)
• CLARiTY® Developer Licensing: This is not a feature supported in

this version of the software
Working with Options

There are no diagnostics for the Options menu.

Working with Database

Touch Database button on the Diagnostics page to access the Database
page.
Figure 4-25: Database Page
The following parameters can be accessed in this page.

• Internal: Shows the job stored in the printer.
• Capacity: Shows the details like the space used in the internal
database and space available.
When an external USB memory device is connected to the printer, it is
accessed in the same page.

Connecting the USB Database

Instead of connecting a PC/laptop to the printer via a null modem cable in
order to download jobs, the USB device can be connected directly into the
USB port on the CLARiTY® Operator Interface (Figure 4-26).
USB Port
Figure 4-26: Standard Printer USB Port
To download a job from the USB device, proceed as follows:
1 Use the Print to File option within CLARiSOFT® to download the

Image CIFF file into a root directory called \jobs on the USB memory
device.
2 Insert the USB memory device into the USB port (Figure 4-26).
3 Touch the Tools button on the home page and touch Database button
to access the database page.

The database page displays the External Database (Figure 4-27).
Figure 4-27: External Database
4 Touch External Database button to view all the jobs in the USB device
(Figure 4-28).
Figure 4-28: Jobs List on USB Device

5 Touch on the job you require, the file size is displayed

.
4 3 2
1. File Size 4. Send Job to Database Button
2. Delete Button 5. Selected Job
3. View Selected Job Button
Figure 4-29: Jobs Details
Using the buttons in the bottom of the page (Figure 4-29) you can
either view the job, or send a file to the local database, or delete the job
from the USB device.

6 Touch on the send a file to the local database button. A confirmation

appears (Figure 4-30). Touch ok to confirm.
Figure 4-30: Confirmation Screen
Working with Passwords

Password protection on the CLARiTY® user interface allows different
protected access levels for the various operational features of CLARiTY®
for up to three different user groups. For example, the three user groups
may be classified as Operators, Production Supervisors and Maintenance
Personnel, each group requiring access to either all or a subset of the total
functions of the user interface.
Protection may be globally enabled or disabled through the CLARiTY®

Configuration Manager. The password protection is disabled in the
default factory settings.
CLARiTY® has five different functions that may be optionally password

protected:
• Job Select
• Registration
• Set-up
• Diagnostics
Rev AA Working with Passwords 4-29

• Databases
This is can be easily explained by means of an example (Table 4-1):
Job Registration Set-up Diagnostics Databases
Level 1 X
(Operator)
Level 2 X X X X
(Line Super-
visor)
Level 3 X X X
(Mainte-
nance)
Table 4-1: Password Protection - Example
In this example, registration is not selected for any of the three user access
levels, therefore available to all the users to use without any password
protection.
If there is at least one X in a column, then that function is only available to
a user level against which a X appears. Example: Set-up column in the
Table 4-1 is accessible (via a password) only to Level 2 and Level 3
personnel.
Each user level has a different numeric password that can be between 4
and 10 digits.
Password Protection Set-up

Set-up of password protection for the user interface is done using the
CLARiTY® Configuration Manager.
Run CLARiTY® Configuration Manager on the PC and upload the printer

parameters.
4-30 Working with Passwords Rev AA

Navigate to User Interfaces > CLARiTY > Passwords > Enable Passwords (see
Figure 4-31).
Figure 4-31: Password Setup
Select between ‘Disabled’, ‘Normal’ or ‘advanced’ and set up the

parameters as required.
Figure 4-32: Enable Passwords
Rev AA Working with Passwords 4-31

Maintenance
5
• Maintaining the Power Supply
• Maintaining the CLARiTY® Controller

• Maintaining the Printer
• Maintaining the Cassette
• Setting the End of Reel Detection
• Working with Print Allocations
• Updating the CLARiTY® Operating Software
Warning
PERSONAL INJURY. Before attempting any maintenance or repair
on any part of the product, disconnect the printer from the main
power supply and isolate the printer from any external energy
sources including other connected equipment.
Rev AA 5-1
Maintaining the Power Supply

This section contains the information on how to replace the fuse.
Replacing the Mains Fuse

The fuses are the only user-serviceable parts in the power supply unit.
To replace the mains fuse, proceed as follows:
1 Using a small screwdriver, press and turn the fuseholder
anticlockwise, and remove the fuseholder (Figure 5-1).
Fuseholder
Figure 5-1: Fuseholder
2 Replace the fuse (p/n 400885) if it is defective.

3 Refit the fuseholder in its original position.
Maintaining the CLARiTY® Controller

This section contains the information on how to replace:
• The mains switch assembly in the controller
• The CLARiTY® processor PCB, LCD display and touchscreen in the
controller
• The LCD inverter in the controller
• The internal fuse on the CLARiTY® processor PCB
5-2 Maintaining the Power Supply Rev AA

Replacing the Mains Switch Assembly

To open and replace the Mains Switch Assembly, proceed as follows:
1 Remove and retain the six screws from the sides of the top case
(Figure 5-2).
1
1
1. Screws (x6)
2. Top Cover
Figure 5-2:Controller Opening
2 Remove the top case (Figure 5-3).
Top Case
Figure 5-3:Top Case Removal
Rev AA Maintaining the CLARiTY® Controller 5-3

3 Remove the three button-head screws and washers securing the

power supply guard and remove it from the top cover (Figure 5-4).
Button Head
Screws
Button Head Screw

Figure 5-4:Power Supply Guard - Removal
4 Remove the internal mains cable and the mains switch assembly cable
(Figure 5-5).
1. Mains Switch Assembly Cable

2. Internal Mains Cable
Figure 5-5:Connectors Removal
5-4 Maintaining the CLARiTY® Controller Rev AA

5 Remove and retain the nut that secures the Flat steel washer, Earth
tag, shakeproof washer and remove it from the mains switch
assembly plate (Figure 5-6).
1. Nut
2. Earth Tags
3. Mains Switch Assembly Plate
Figure 5-6:Earth Tags Removal
6 Remove and retain the three screws that secure the Mains Switch
Assembly plate to the base of the power supply (Figure 5-7).
Nut
Nuts
Figure 5-7:Main Switch Assembly Plate Screws Removal

7 Remove the assembly from the power supply base (Figure 5-8).
Figure 5-8:Main Switch Assembly Removal
8 Place the new mains switch assembly on the power supply base and
secure them using the three screws retained in step 6.
9 Refit the Flat steel washer, earth tags, shakeproof, and locking nut
respectively on the Mains switch assembly plate.
10 Re-connect the internal mains cable and the mains switch assembly
cable to their respective positions.
11 Place the power supply guard on the power supply base and secure it
using the three button head screws retained in step 1.
This completes the replacing of Mains Switch assembly.

Replacing the LCD Touch screen

To replace the LCD display and Touch screen, proceed as follows:
1 Open the top case of the CLARiTY® controller as described in steps 1

and 2 of “Replacing the Mains Switch Assembly” on page 5-3.
2 Remove and retain the six screwlocks that secure the CLARiTY®
Processor PCB (Figure 5-9).
Screwlocks
Figure 5-9: Screwlocks - Removal

3 Remove and retain the two nuts and nylon washers that secure the
CLARiTY® Processor PCB, and disconnect the touchscreen ribbon
cable and LCD power cable (Figure 5-10).
3 2 1
1. Touchscreen Ribbon Cable
2. LCD Power Cable
3. Nuts and Nylon Washers
Figure 5-10: CLARiTY® Processor PCB - Connectors

4 Remove the CLARiTY® Processor PCB and nylon stand off pillars
underneath the PCB.
Remove and retain the four screws (including the button-head screw)
that secure the LCD Touchscreen. Note the position of the button head
screw which is located behind the CLARiTY® Processor PCB and the
Earth strap tag (Figure 5-11).
3 2
1. Screws (x3)
2. Button Head Screw
3. Earth Strap Tag
Figure 5-11: LCD Touch Screen - Screws

5 Remove the LCD Touchscreen along with the mounting plate from
the outer case (Figure 5-12).
2
1. LCD and Touchscreen
2. Mounting Plate
Figure 5-12: LCD Touch Screen

6 Remove and retain the four nuts that secure the LCD and Touchscreen
to the mounting plate (Figure 5-13).
Nuts Nuts
Figure 5-13: LCD Touch Screen - Nuts

7 Remove the LCD Touchscreen from the mounting plate (Figure 5-14).
Figure 5-14: LCD and Touch Screen - Removal

8 Place the new LCD and Touchscreen on the mounting plate and
secure it with the nuts retained in step 8.
9 Place the LCD and Touchscreen along with the mounting plate in the
outer case and secure it using the four screws retained in step 6.
10 Refit the CLARiTY® processor PCB to the LCD Touchscreen and

secure it using the two nuts and nylon washers retained in the step 4.
11 Close the top case of the CLARiTY® controller as described in step 11

of “Replacing the Mains Switch Assembly” on page 5-3.
This completes replacing of LCD Touchscreen.

Removing the CLARiTY® Processor PCB

Refer to “Replacing the LCD Touch screen” on page 5-7.
Maintaining the Printer

This section contains the information on how to replace:
• The standard cassette of the printer
• The Main PCB of the printer
• The ribbon driver motor assembly
• The printhead and printhead cable
• The air cylinder
• The calibration emitter assembly
• The calibration detector assembly
• The printhead microswitch
• The peel roller
• The timing belt
• The linear slide
• The cassette rollers
• The cassette latch
• The cassette mandrel
Removing and Reinstalling the Standard Cassette

Refer to Operator Manual (chapter 5, “Routine Fault Finding and
Maintenance”) for standard cassette removal and installation procedures.
Replacing the Main PCB

To replace the Main PCB, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the cassette from the printer.
2 Remove the four screws from the front of the printer base plate
(Figure 5-15).
5-12 Maintaining the Printer Rev AA

1
2
1. Screws (x4)
2. Printer Base Plate
Figure 5-15: Printer Main PCB - Screws Removal
To access the main PCB, remove the rear cover.

3 To remove the rear cover, remove the two screws as shown in
Figure 5-16.
Screws
Figure 5-16: Printer Rear Cover - Screws Removal
Rev AA Maintaining the Printer 5-13

4 Remove the screws from the side panel as shown in Figure 5-17.
Screws
Figure 5-17: Printer Rear Cover Side Panel Screws Removal
5 Turn the printer over on a soft surface and lift the rear cover from the
base plate.
Rear Cover
Figure 5-18: Printer Rear Cover Removal

6 Disconnect the cable assemblies you can reach from around the edge
of the PCB.
Cable
Assemblies
Figure 5-19: Printer Rear Cover Removal
7 Removing the 3 screws securing the PCB.
Screws
Figure 5-20: PCB Removal

8 Lift the PCB carefully and disconnect the remaining cable assemblies.
Base Plate
Figure 5-21: PCB Removal
9 Replace and reassemble the PCB, but make sure that the cables are not
trapped between the heatsink and the base plate or the rear cover and
base plate.
Heat Sink
Figure 5-22: Heat Sink
Note: Make sure that all the screws on the front of the base plate are replaced
10 Reconnect the cable assemblies to the PCB.
11 Refit the rear cover using the screws removed in steps 3 and 4.
12 Secure the PCB to the base plate using the screws removed in step 1.

Replacing the Ribbon Drive Motor Assembly

To replace the Ribbon Motor Drive Assembly, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the rear cover and the printer PCB as described in “Replacing
the Main PCB” on page 5-12.
2 Remove the four screws that secure the motor flange to the printer
base plate.
Screws
Figure 5-23: Ribbon Motor Drive Assembly-Screws
3 Unplug the motor connector and lift the ribbon motor assembly from
the base plate.
Connector
Figure 5-24: Ribbon Motor Drive Assembly- Removal
4 Place the new ribbon motor assembly on the base plate.

5 Reconnect the motor connector to the ribbon motor assembly.

6 Secure the ribbon motor assembly to the base plate using the screws
removed in step 2.
7 Refit the rear cover and the printer PCB as described in “Replacing the
Main PCB” on page 5-12.
Replacing the Printhead Drive Motor Assembly

To replace the Printhead Motor Drive Assembly, proceed as follows:
2 Remove the three motor screws from the front of the base plate.
Motor
Screws
Figure 5-25: Printhead Motor Drive Assembly- Removal

3 Disconnect the motor connector from the motor assembly and remove
the assembly from the base plate.
Motor Screws
Figure 5-26: Printhead Motor Drive Assembly- Removal
4 Place the new printhead motor assembly on the base plate and plug in
connector.
5 Secure the printhead motor assembly using the screw removed in step
2, but do not tighten it fully.
6 Tension the timing belt as described in “Tensioning the timing belt”
on page 5-19
Tensioning the timing belt

This procedure describes how to set the correct belt tension. You must
perform this procedure in the following two conditions:
• Printhead drive motor is replaced
• Belt is replaced.
Tools required:
• 3-mm Hex key for motor securing screws
• Tie-wraps
• Weight Scales - 15kg minimum (refer Figure 5-27 on page 5-20)

Figure 5-27: Weight Scales
To set the correct tension in the timing belt, proceed as follows:

We consider that the rear cover is removed and the three screws that
attach the motor to the base plate are present, but loose.
1 Loop as many tie-wraps around the motor as required
2 Make sure that the tie-wrap does not hold any cables between the
motor and the tie-wrap(s) (refer Figure 5-28).
Tie-wrap
Figure 5-28: Tie-Wrap

3 Move the printhead carriage to a middle position so that it is not

parked (refer Figure 5-29).
Figure 5-29: Printhead Carriage
4 Attach the printer in a fixed position, motors down and make sure
that the PCB of the printer is not damaged.
5 Attach the scales to the tie-wraps (refer Figure 5-30).
Figure 5-30: Attach the Scales
6 Pull the scales until 9kg (± 1kg) is achieved and tighten the three
securing screws while you maintain this force (refer Figure 5-31).

Figure 5-31: Scale
7 Remove the tie-wraps, park the printhead, and replace the back cover.
You can now use the printer.
Replacing the Printhead

To replace printhead, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the two printhead retaining screws as shown in Figure 5-32.
Printhead
Screws
Figure 5-32: Printhead Screws Removal

2 Move the printhead from the parked position.
Figure 5-33: Printhead Removal
3 Disconnect the printhead connector and remove the printhead.
Figure 5-34: Printhead Removal
4 Reconnect the printhead connector to the new printhead.

5 Place the printhead in the parked position and secure it with the
printhead screws.
Setting the Printhead Resistance

Printheads are manufactured with variations in their resistance. The
printhead resistance is pre-set in the factory. The printer must be set up
with the correct printhead resistance.

Caution
PRINTHEAD RESISTANCE. If the printhead is changed, the new
printhead resistance must be set. If not set correctly, damage could
occur to the printhead, or poor quality images could result. Such
damage is not covered by your printer warranty.
To set the printhead resistance, proceed as follows:

1 Find and note the printhead resistance value, as shown in, from the
label on the printhead (e.g. R=1432).
Printhead
Label
Figure 5-35: Printhead Resistance Value
2 Touch the Tools button on the home page.

3 Touch the Setup button on the tools page.
4 Touch the Printhead button to open the printhead setup page.
5 Select the Printhead Resistance parameter and enter the resistance
value that was displayed on the printhead label (Figure 5-36 on
page 5-25).

Figure 5-36: Printhead Resistance Setting
6 Touch OK to save the settings.

7 A confirmation message is displayed to ensure that this parameter is
not changed inadvertently. Choose ‘Yes’ to proceed to set the new
value.

Replacing the Printhead Ribbon Cable

To replace the printhead cable, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the rear cover as described in “Replacing the Main PCB” on
page 5-12.
2 Remove the three screws from the printhead cable clamp plate.
Screws
Figure 5-37: Printhead Cable Clamp Screws
3 Remove the printhead cable clamp plate.
2
1
1. Connector
2. Printer PCB
3. Printhead Cable Clamp
Figure 5-38: Printhead Cable Clamp - Removal
4 Disconnect the connector from the printer PCB.

5 Fold the ribbon cable close to the connector as shown in Figure 5-39
1. Connector
2. Ribbon Cable
Figure 5-39: Ribbon Cable Orientation
6 Place the connector at an angle (Figure 5-40), between Printer PCB and
printer base plate.
1. Printer PCB
2. Connector
3. Printer Base plate
Figure 5-40: Connector Orientation

7 Pull the connector and ribbon cable through the base plate (Figure 5-
41).
1. Printer PCB
2. Connector
3. Printer Base plate
Figure 5-41: Ribbon Cable Orientation
8 Remove the printhead as described in “Replacing the Printhead” on

page 5-22 and disconnect the ribbon cable.
9 Connect the new cable to the printhead and replace the printhead to
the printer.

Note: The line (item 1 in Figure 5-42) on the ribbon cable assembly should be
aligned with the edge of the cable clamp plate (item 2).
1. Line on Ribbon Cable Assembly

2. Cable Clamp Plate
Figure 5-42: Ribbon Cable Alignment
10 Secure the printhead clamp to the base plate using the screws
removed in step 2.
Replacing the Solenoid Valve Assembly

To replace solenoid valve proceed as follows:

2 Remove the air pipe from the fitting in solenoid valve.
Air Pipe
Figure 5-43: Air Pipe
3 Remove the two screws that secure the solenoid valve.
Screws
Figure 5-44: Solenoid Valve - Removal

4 Remove the solenoid valve assembly.
Solenoid Valve
Figure 5-45: Solenoid Valve - Removal
5 Place the new solenoid valve assembly on the base plate.

6 Secure it using the two screws removed in step 3.
7 Connect the air pipe to the solenoid valve.
Replacing the Air Cylinder

To replace air cylinder, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the side covers.
2 Remove the printhead pivot assembly as described in “Replacing the
Printhead Pivot Assembly” on page 5-45 (there is no need to remove
the printhead if you are careful to protect it from damage).

3 Loosen the screw at the top of the air cylinder.
1
2
1. Air Cylinder
2. Screw
3. Printhead Carriage Plate
Figure 5-46: Air Cylinder - Removal
4 Remove the two screws that secure the air cylinder.
Screws

5 Remove the air cylinder from the printhead carriage plate.
Air Cylinder
6 Replace the air cylinder on the printhead carriage assembly.

7 Secure it with the two screws removed in step 4.
8 Tighten the screw at the top of the air Cylinder.
9 Reassemble the printhead pivot assembly as described in “Replacing
the Printhead Pivot Assembly” on page 5-45.
Optical Calibration System Check

If you suspected that there is a problem with the optical calibration
system, and cleaning the emitters or detector has not solved this problem,
then proceed as follows:
1 Touch Tools button on the CLARiTY® home page to open the

Diagnostics page.
2 Touch Diagnostics button on tools page to open the Diagnostics page.

3 Touch Printhead button on Diagnostics page to open Printhead

Diagnostics page.
Figure 5-49: Printhead Diagnostics
4 Touch Optics button on the Printhead Diagnostics page.
Figure 5-50: Printhead Diagnostics - Optics
The receiver signal level (Figure 5-50 on page 5-34) should be

fluctuating slightly with a reading typically less than 30 (under
normal office / factory lighting conditions).
5 Using a battery-powered torch, shine the beam at the receiver
assembly mounted in the slot directly behind the printhead.
The receiver reading (Figure 5-50 on page 5-34) should increase
significantly, (in the range of 500-1023) indicating that the receiver is
working correctly.

If there is no significant change in reading, then one of the following

may be faulty
• printhead ribbon cable (refer “Replacing the Printhead Ribbon
Cable” on page 5-26)
• emitter assembly
• printhead PCB (refer “Replacing the Main PCB” on page 5-12).
6 Switch off the torch and touch the Emitter 1 Toggle button on the
printhead diagnostics -optics page.
Figure 5-51: Printhead Diagnostics - Optics
The receiver reading should increase significantly.

7 Move the printhead on its linear bearing from side to side. The
receiver reading peaks at some point in its travel, indicating that the
emitter is functioning properly.
If there is no change in reading, then the emitter is faulty and needs to
be replaced (“Replacing the Calibration Emitter Assembly” on
page 5-36).
8 Switch off the Emitter 1 and touch emitter toggle button and move the
printhead on its linear bearing, the receiver reading should increase
significantly.
If there is no change in reading, then the emitter is faulty and needs to
be replaced (“Replacing the Calibration Emitter Assembly” on
page 5-36).
If the problem persists after replacing the emitter assembly, then
replace the main PCB (“Replacing the Main PCB” on page 5-12).

Replacing the Calibration Emitter Assembly

To replace the calibration emitter assembly, proceed as follows:
1 Remove rear cover as described in “Replacing the Main PCB” on
page 5-12.
2 Remove the two emitter housing screws shown in Figure 5-52
Screws
Figure 5-52: Emitter Housing Screws
3 Remove the emitter connector from the PCB as shown in Figure 5-53.
Connector
Figure 5-53: Emitter Connector

4 Pull the connector through hole in metalwork and remove the emitter
assembly as shown in Figure 5-54.
1. Emitter Assembly
2. Connector
Figure 5-54: Emitter Assembly Removal
5 Replace the new emitter assembly and insert the connect through the
metal work.
6 Connect the connector to the main PCB.
7 Secure the emitter using the two emitter using screws removed n step
2.
8 Refit the rear cover as described in “Replacing the Main PCB” on
page 5-12.
Replacing the Calibration Detector Assembly

To remove the calibration detector assembly, proceed as follows:

2 Remove the detector connector from the detector assembly as shown

in Figure 5-55.
1. Detector Connector
2. Detector
Figure 5-55: Detector Connector Removal
3 Remove the two detector screws shown in Figure 5-55 on page 5-38.
Screws
Figure 5-56: Detector Screws Removal

4 Remove the detector assembly (Figure 5-57).
Detector
Assembly
Figure 5-57: Detector Assembly Removal
5 Place the new detector assembly and secure it with the two detector
screws removed in step 3.
6 Reconnect the detector to the detector assembly.
7 Refit the cassette to the printer.

Replacing the Printhead Microswitch or LED Indicator PCB Assembly

To replace the printhead microswtch assembly proceed as follows:
2 Remove the two microswitch screws as shown in Figure 5-58.
Screws
Figure 5-58: Microswitch Screws Removal
3 Remove the two indicator housing screws (Figure 5-59).
Screws
Figure 5-59: Indicator Housing Screws Removal

4 Remove the indicator housing (Figure 5-60).
Indicator
Housing
Figure 5-60: Indicator Housing Removal
5 Using a jewellers screwdriver or similar, remove the four M2 screws,

that secure the wire cover plate.
M2 Screws
M2 Screws
Figure 5-61: Wire Cover Plate Screws Removal
6 Remove the wire cover plate.

Note the positions of the indicator & microswitch wiring in the
channels so that you can put them back the same way.

7 Remove the wiring from the channels (Figure 5-62).
1. Channel
2. Wiring
Figure 5-62: Wiring Removal
8 Pull the microswitch or indicator assembly connector up through the

base plate, use light screwdriver to divert the timing belt if necessary.
Connector
Figure 5-63: Microswitch Connector Removal
9 Replace the microswitch or indicator assembly and reconnect the

connector through the base plate.
10 Reconnect the wiring through the channels and fix the wire cover
plate.
11 Secure the wire cover plate using the nine M2 screws removed in step
5.

12 Place the indicator housing and secure it using the indicator housing
screws removed in step 4.
13 Secure the microswitch using the two microswtch screws removed in
step 2.
Replacing the Peel Roller

To replace the peel roller, proceed as follows:
2 Remove the screw on the top of the peel roller.
1. Peel Roller
2. Screw
Figure 5-64: Peel Roller Screw Removal
3 Remove the peel roller.

Peel Roller
Figure 5-65: Peel Roller Removal
4 Replace the peel roller and secure it using the screw removed in step
2.
5 Refit the cassette to the printer.

Replacing the Printhead Pivot Assembly

To replace the printhead pivot assembly, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the eight screws, (six shown in Figure 5-66 and two hidden),
and remove the side covers.
Screws
Screws
Figure 5-66: Side Cover Removal
2 Remove the two small spring screws shown in Figure 5-67.
Spring Screws
Figure 5-67: Spring Screws Removal

3 Disconnect the receiver connector using a screwdriver as shown in

Figure 5-68.
Connector
Figure 5-68: Connector Removal
4 Remove the printhead as described in “Replacing the Printhead” on

page 5-22.
5 Remove the three screws shown in Figure 5-69.
Note: The three screws are furthest from the ribbon cable.
Screws
Figure 5-69: Screws Removal
6 Carefully remove the pivot assembly. As you do this, you have to

move it sideways about 5 mm (as indicated in), so that you unlock it

from the parked position.
Pivot
Assembly
Figure 5-70: Pivot assembly Removal
7 Carefully spring forward the printhead mounting plate and pull the
detector connector through the resulting gap as shown in Figure 5-71,
to free the connector and remove the pivot assembly.
Detector
Connector
8 Replace the pivot assembly and connect the detector connector to the
new pivot assembly.
9 Place the pivot assembly in the parked position and secure it using the
three screws removed in step 5.
10 Refit the printhead to the printer as described in “Replacing the
Printhead” on page 5-22.

11 Reconnect the receiver connector.

12 Refit the small springs screws to secure the pivot assembly. The
recommended method of replacing the small springs is to hold the
screw with thin nose pliers, insert it through the spring loop, into the
tapped hole, and turn with screwdriver.
Spring Screw
Replacing the Timing Belt

To replace the timing belt, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the rear cover as described in “Replacing the Main PCB” on
page 5-12.
2 Remove the printhead drive motor as described in “Replacing the
Printhead Drive Motor Assembly” on page 5-18.
3 Remove the calibration detector assembly “Replacing the Calibration
Detector Assembly” on page 5-37.

4 Remove the seven screws which hold the linear slide rail to its
support.
Screws
Figure 5-73: Linear Slide Rail - Screws
5 Carefully remove the linear slide assembly from its support.
Note: The linear slide rail is free moving. Ensure that it does not slide out of
the slide carriage as the balls may fall out. To prevent this, it is recommended
that you immediately place a tie wrap or piece of wire or similar through the
end holes of the slide as shown in Figure 5-74.
Tie Wraps
Figure 5-74: Linear Slide Rail - Tie Wraps
6 Lift the timing belt over the slide support plate as shown in Figure 5-
74.

7 Remove the two timing belt clamp screws and replace belt.
Timing Belt
Clamp Screws
Figure 5-75: Linear Slide Rail - Tie Wraps
8 Replace the timing belt, and secure it using two timing belt clamp
screws.
9 Refit the linear slide assembly to its support and secure it using the
seven screws removed in step 4.
10 Refit the rear cover as described in “Replacing the Main PCB” on
page 5-12.
11 Refit the printhead drive motor as described in “Replacing the
Printhead Drive Motor Assembly” on page 5-18.
12 Refit the calibration detector assembly “Replacing the Calibration
Detector Assembly” on page 5-37.
Replacing the Linear Slide

To replace the linear slide, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the printhead pivot assembly as described in “Replacing the
Printhead Pivot Assembly” on page 5-45 (there is no need to remove
the printhead if you are careful to protect it from damage).

2 Remove the seven screws which hold the linear rail to its support.
Screws
Figure 5-76: Linear Slide Rail Screws
3 Carefully remove the linear slide assembly from its support.
Note: The linear slide rail is free moving. Ensure that it does not slide out of
the slide carriage as the balls may fall out. To prevent this, it is recommended
Tie
Wrap
Figure 5-77: Linear Slide Rail

4 Remove the four screws which hold the linear slide carriage in place.
Screw (X 4)
Figure 5-78: Linear Slide Rail - Removal
5 Replace the linear slide carriage and secure it with the four screws
removed in step 4.
Note: The linear slide rail is free moving. Ensure it does not slide out of the
slide carriage as the balls may fall out. To prevent this, it is recommended
Note: The linear slide rail fits only one way, ensure that you have orient it
the right way, before you fix the carriage assembly to it.
6 Secure the linear slide assembly to the printer using the seven screws,
that hold it to the support.
7 Refit the printhead pivot assembly as described in “Replacing the
Printhead Pivot Assembly” on page 5-45.

Maintaining the Cassette

This section contains the information on how to replace or adjust the
components of the cassette.
Replacing the Cassette Rollers

To replace the cassette rollers, proceed as follows:
2 Remove the ribbon from the cassette.
3 Loosen and remove the ribbon guide, with a 12-mm spanner from the
cassette, as shown in Figure 5-79.
Figure 5-79: Ribbon Guide Removal
Rev AA Maintaining the Cassette 5-53

4 Remove the roller from the ribbon guide, as shown in Figure 5-80.
Roller
Figure 5-80: Roller Removal
5 Place the new roller on the ribbon guide.

6 Install the ribbon guide on the cassette.
7 Replace the ribbon in the cassette.
8 Replace the cassette in the printer.
Adjusting the Cassette Latch

The latch components on the printer are set at the factory and normally do
not require adjustment.
If it is necessary to adjust the latch, proceed as follows:
2 Remove any ribbon from the cassette.
3 Loosen the lock nut on the cassette latch (10 mm), as shown in
Figure 5-81 on page 5-55.
5-54 Maintaining the Cassette Rev AA

Cassette
Magnet
Figure 5-81: Latch Lock Nut Loosening
4 Adjust the latch screw (4-mm socket) and hold it in place while
tightening the lock nut, as shown in Figure 5-82.
Note: A correctly adjusted latch should not allow the movement of the
cassette when in the printer, but should allow the cassette to be pulled from
the printer under any circumstances.
Figure 5-82: Latch Screw Adjustment

Rev AA Maintaining the Cassette 5-55

Replacing a Cassette Mandrel
Removing the Cassette Mandrel

To remove the cassette mandrel, proceed as follows:
2 Remove any ribbon from the cassette.
3 Loosen the screw (2.5-mm socket) on the top of the mandrel, as shown
in Figure 5-83.
Figure 5-83: Mandrel Screw Loosening
4 Lift the mandrel and keep it aside, as shown in Figure 5-84.
Note: Do not remove the spring from the mandrel shaft.
Figure 5-84: Mandrel Removal
5-56 Maintaining the Cassette Rev AA

5 Turn the mandrel upside down and collect the friction cone and screw
as they come out.
6 Place the new mandrel on its shaft, and rotate it until it drops into
position.
7 Press the mandrel, compressing the spring as far as possible. Hold the
mandrel is this position.
8 Continue to hold the mandrel down, place the friction cone into the
top hole of the mandrel so that the tabs engage the slot in top of the
shaft, as shown in Figure 5-85.
1. Mandrel
2. Friction Cone
3. Screw
Figure 5-85: Mandrel, Friction Cone, and Screw
9 Still holding the mandrel down, secure the mandrel and friction cone
with the screw removed in step 3.
Setting the End of Reel Detection

The printer can detect the end of ribbon reel in one of two ways, reactive
or predictive.
• Reactive mode: Stops the printer when the end of a reel of ribbon is
reached and the last section of ribbon detaches from the supply spool.
This mode of detection may suit majority of the applications,
however, it is not possible to completely guarantee, that the final
product gets coded correctly as the ribbon breaks.
• Predictive mode: Monitors the amount of ribbon remaining on the
supply reel and stops the printer when approximately 5 metres of
Rev AA Setting the End of Reel Detection 5-57

ribbon (+/- 2.5 metres) remains. Operating in this mode ensures no

products remain unprinted when the end of reel is reached.
In case the ribbon breaks in the mid-reel, the reactive mode is always
enabled to detect the break. The predictive mode only takes precedent at
the end of the reel.
To ensure that both detection modes work to their optimum, it is
necessary to input the correct values of the width and the color of the
ribbon being used as different colors have different thicknesses.
The ribbon operating mode parameter, Predictive or Reactive, can only be
accessed via CLARiTY® Configuration Manager and the parameter called
End Of Reel Detection must be set appropriately. The default is Reactive
mode.
To view the configured ribbon operating mode on the CLARiTY®,

proceed as follows:
1 Touch Tools, touch Diagnostics, touch Consumables to access the
consumables page.
2 Touch the 'End of Reel Detection' button to access the End of Reel
Detection page.
Figure 5-86: End of Reel Detection
The configured mode is displayed.
5-58 Setting the End of Reel Detection Rev AA

Working with Print Allocations

Some coding applications demand strict control of batch sizes for example
controlled pharmaceutical products.
To work in such production situations it is useful to set the coder so that it
only prints a precise number of codes before shutting down and waiting
for the next batch instruction.
This is called a Print Allocation and it is administered by another
computer or line controller.
When the production control PLC or PC authorises a new production
batch, a special message can be sent to the printer using the External Serial
Interface. This message selects the Job to print, any variable data in the job,
and the allocation count, which is the production batch size. These
messages can be stored in a queue in the printer and the size of the
permitted queue is configurable.
The printer prints the current job until the number of products printed
equals the allocation count sent by the controller, at which point it stops.
When one allocation batch has been completed, the next job is
automatically selected by the printer if there is a pending job in the queue.
If there is no pending job in the queue the printer will not execute any
further printing operations until a new allocation is sent to it.
Setup of the allocation operation for the printer is performed via the
CLARiTY® configuration manager, where the following parameter can be
set:
• Max Queue Length: Defines how many jobs are permitted to be in the
Job queue
The configurable inputs and outputs also can be setup to trigger on
certain events related to Print Allocations (refer “Setting the End of
Reel Detection” on page 5-57 for details on I/O configuration)
• Clear Print Queue (Input) - reset the print job queue and delete all jobs
in the queue
• Job allocation has completed (Output): The current allocation of prints
has been completed
• Job Update queue is full (Output): The maximum permitted number
of jobs in the queue has been reached
• Job Update Queue is not full (Output): The maximum permitted
number of jobs in the queue has not been reached
• New Job allocation is received (Output): A new job allocation message
has been received by the printer
Rev AA Working with Print Allocations 5-59

When allocations are enabled, it is possible to view the job queue at the
CLARiTY® panel in two different ways.
To view job queue, proceed as follows:
1 Touch the Job Preview button on the home screen to access the Job
Preview page.
Job Queue Button
Figure 5-87: Job Preview Page
2 Touch the job queue button, to display the Job Queue page.
The queue of jobs can be viewed and the progress of the current job
and allocation can be seen. Figure 5-88 on page 5-61 shows that the
first job in the queue is called 'default date code' and has completed 0
prints from an allocation of 3 products. The second job in the queue is
'default 4 line text code' and it has completed 0 prints out of an
allocation of 10.
5-60 Working with Print Allocations Rev AA

3 Touch the 'X' button beside each of the jobs in the queue, to delete a
job from the queue.
Figure 5-88: Job Queue Page
Alternately, touch Tools, touch Diagnostics, touch Control and touch

Image Update.
This shows the image queue in the same way as the Job Preview screen
but there is also the option to delete an entry in the job queue by touching
the Red Cross button to the right of the queue entry.
The printer requests confirmation of the deletion before the entry is
deleted from the queue.
Rev AA Working with Print Allocations 5-61

Updating the CLARiTY® Operating Software

The operating software of the printer can be upgraded by a process called
a CLARiTY® Update.
The current version of the software is displayed at the page TOOLS >
DIAGNOSTICS > CONTROL > VERSIONS where the software part
number can be read.
The part number has the format:
Part.revision
Eg 405627.r01 would be part number 405627, revision 01.
In the event that the software has become corrupt or was incorrectly
installed, the software part number states 'Incompatible Software
Versions'.
If this is seen, a CLARiTY® update must be performed immediately to

correct the situation, otherwise unpredictable printer behavior may result.
The printer should be used only when a valid part number is displayed in
the part number window.
There are two ways of performing a CLARiTY® Update:
1 Connecting the printer to a PC, that runs CLARiTY® Configuration

manager
2 Inserting a USB memory stick containing the update file into the
printer
Before performing a CLARiTY® Update it is strongly recommended that a

parameter archive is saved using CLARiTY® Configuration Manager
(Refer “Archiving the Current Parameters” on page 3-25).
5-62 Updating the CLARiTY® Operating Software Rev AA

CLARiTY® Update Via a PC

It is recommended that when updating via a PC, the PC-Printer
connection is done via Ethernet. This makes the process a lot quicker (refer
“Connecting the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager to the Printer using
an Ethernet cable” on page 3-20 for connecting a PC to the printer via
Ethernet).
You must have the CLARiTY® Update CAB file stored on the PC disk.
Contact your local service representative to obtain the correct file for your
printer.
To update the CLARiTY®, proceed as follows:

1 Connect the printer to the PC and when the coder icon is green, right
click on the icon.
Figure 5-89: CLARiTY® Update Window
2 Click on CLARiTY® Update and navigate to the CAB file stored on the
PC disc.
3 Click on the file name and the update process commences.
4 The update file is initially downloaded and the progress of the
download can be followed in the Progress pane of the CLARiTY®
Configuration Manager screen.
5 Once the download is completed the CLARiTY® Update of the printer

starts and the CLARiTY® screen indicates the progress of the update.
Rev AA Updating the CLARiTY® Operating Software 5-63

Note: It is very Important to ensure that the power to the printer is not
removed during the update process, or the flash card in the printer may get
corrupted.
When the update is finished, CLARiTY® automatically re-boots and

the CLARiTY® Home Screen is finally displayed.
6 Check the Software Part number in the Diagnostics screen to ensure
that the update has been successful.
CLARiTY® Update via a USB Memory Stick

Updating of printer software is possible from a USB memory stick as
opposed to a PC/Lap top and CLARiTY® Configuration Manager.
To update the CLARiTY® using an USB, proceed as follows:
1 Copy the CLARiTY® software onto an USB memory stick.
Note: The software must be stored in a root directory called \CLARiTY®

update.
2 Connect the stick to the CLARiTY® Operator Interface via the USB
port as shown in Figure 5-90.
USB Port
Figure 5-90: USB Location

3 If the CLARiTY® Configuration Manager parameter called “Prompt

On CLARiTY® Update Detect “is set to Yes, when the device is
connected to the CLARiTY® Operator Interface, a confirmation page
is displayed (Figure 5-91).
Figure 5-91: Confirmation Page
4 If the parameter is set to No, navigate to Tools > Setup > Control and
touch the CLARiTY® Update button.
5 Select 'Yes' to proceed to the next stage of the update or 'No' to return
to the 'Home' screen.

If 'Yes' is selected, the CLARiTY® update screen is displayed.
405627.r01
405627.r01
Figure 5-92: CLARiTY® Update Page
Only updates applicable to the current model of printer are displayed.

6 Touch OK, a confirmation page appears (Figure 5-93).
Figure 5-93: CLARiTY® Confirmation Page
7 Touch Yes and the printer starts to update the software.
Note: It is very important to ensure that the power to the printer is not
removed during the update process or the flash card in the printer may get
corrupted.

When the update is finished CLARiTY® automatically re-boots and

the CLARiTY® Home Screen is finally displayed.
8 Check the Software Part number in the Diagnostics screen to check
that the update has been successful.

System Events
6
This chapter contains the following topic:
• List of faults and warnings
Table 6-1 lists the faults and warnings
Error Report on CLARiTY® Operator Interface Status

No
E1001 ‘Count Limit Reached’ - One or more of the counters in Fault

the image has reached the end value set in the image
design. Please select a new job and touch the Clear
button to restart the printer.
E1002 ‘Operation Aborted’ - The operation of the printer has Fault

been intentionally aborted by a host control system.
When ready to resume the operation, the host control
system cleared this abort condition, and then this fault
message clear automatically.
E1003 ‘Real-time Clock Fault’ - There is a problem with the Fault

real-time clock which is required for the system to oper-
ate correctly.
E1004 ‘Backup Battery is Flat’ - The battery which powers the Warning
printer's clock is flat. This means that the date and
time, the currently selected job and some performance
data is lost when the printer is switched off.
E1005 ‘Print Limit Exceeded’ - The current job is selected with Fault
a print limit (i.e. a limit on the number of times the job
can be printed). This limit has been reached but the
printer has received a further print signal that would
have exceeded the limit. This error clears after select-
ing a new job. Alternatively, a job selection command or
variable data update from an external source also
clears this error.
E1006 ‘Image Update Failure’ - CLARiTY® is unable to update Fault

the image that is printed next. This usually occurs
because products are too close to each other. Touch
the Clear button to restart the printer.
Table 6-1: List of Faults and Warnings
Rev AA 6-1

No

the image that is printed next. This usually occurs
because products are too close to each other. Touch
the Clear button to restart the printer.
E3000 ‘Printer Hand Not Set’ - Set the Printer hand in Fault
CLARiTY® Config
E3001 ‘Perform Motor Calibration’ - Motors have not been cal- Fault
ibrated. Calibrate via CLARiTY® Config
E3002 ‘Printhead Resistance Not Set’ - Set the printhead Fault

resistance on CLARiTY® - Tools > Setup >
Printhead > Printhead resistance
E3003 ‘Cassette Open’ - Re-insert the ribbon cassette into the Fault
printer
E3004 ‘Ribbon Break’ - Print ribbon has broken or run out Fault
E3005 ‘End of Reel’ - Print ribbon has run out Fault
E3006 ‘Calibration Failed’ - Ensure that the correct ribbon is Fault

being used and the ribbon core is not slipping on man-
drel bodies.
E3007 ‘Printhead Crash’ - Printhead carriage is jammed. Fault

Remove the cassette and check for any obstruction
E3008 ‘Optical Calibration Dirty’ - Remove the cassette and Fault

clean the optical sensors on the printhead carriage and
the printer body.
E3009 ‘Bad Optical Calibration’ - Ribbon cores are of incorrect Fault

size
E3010 ‘Thermistor Fault’ - Printer has detected fault with the Fault
thermistor or the thermistor is disconnected.
E3011 ‘Printhead Over Temperature’ - Coder operating over Fault

65 degrees Celsius
E3012 ‘Low Ribbon’ - Less than 50 metres of ribbon left on the Warning
reel
E3013 ‘Printhead Absent’ - Communications between Fault

CLARiTY® and the printer have been lost, check the
cabling.
E3014 ‘Webbing Error’ - The ribbon has been incorrectly Fault

loaded onto the cassette.
E3015 ‘Motor Volts Error’ Fault
6-2 Rev AA

No
E3016 ‘Printhead Volts Error’ Fault
E3017 ‘Check the Set Up’ - Substrate speed and the encoder Fault
speed do not match. Ribbon speed is not matched to
substrate speed.
E3018 ‘Ribbon Pull Through’ - Ribbon is 'stuck' to the sub- Fault

strate and has been pulled from the cassette.
E3019 ‘Unprinted Pack’ - Substrate speed fell below 40 mm/s Fault

for too long to print last pack.
E3020 ‘Incorrect Reel Size’ Fault
E3021 ‘Print Cycle Error’ - Note the values in Tools > Fault
diagnostics > printhead > states > captured states and
report. Possible printer PCB or motor fault
E3024 ‘24 Volt Error’ - The 24 volts supply is not in the working Fault
range. Power the printer OFF and ON to try and clear
the fault. If the problem persists, call your maintenance
engineer or local service representative.
E3025 ‘Printer Ambient Temperature’ - The internal ambient Warning

temperature of the printer is outside its recommended
operating range. Touch the Clear button below to clear
this warning.
E3026 ‘External Error’ - The operation of the printer has been Fault
suspended by the control system. If the Clear button is
available below, you may touch it to clear this error and
resume printing.
E1100 ‘Invalid Job File (Bad Field Reference)’ - Source field Warning
reference incorrect - correct in CLARiSOFT®
E1101 ‘Invalid Job File (Missing Data Source Field)' - Job file Warning
missing a data field - correct in CLARiSOFT
E1102 ‘Invalid Job File (Duplicate Named Fields)’ - Field Warning

names have been duplicated in Job File - correct in
CLARiSOFT
E1103 ‘Invalid Job File (failed To Render Logo)' - Invalid or Warning

missing graphic file - correct in CLARiSOFT
E1104 ‘Invalid Job File (Invalid User Concession)' - Default off- Warning
set date falls outside the date range - correct in CLARi-
SOFT
Rev AA 6-3

No
E1200 ‘Invalid Job File (Invalid Barcode Character)' - Barcode Warning

contains invalid characters for type - correct in CLARi-
SOFT
E1201 ‘Invalid Job File (Invalid Barcode Check Digit)' - Check Warning
if the digit is incorrect - correct in CLARiSOFT
E1202 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN data longer than 48 characters)’ - Warning
EAN barcode contains more than 48 characters - cor-
rect in CLARiSOFT
E1203 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN barcode out of specification)' - Warning

Characters to create Application Identifier is insufficient
- correct in CLARiSOFT
E1204 ‘Invalid Job File (Application Identifier Incorrect)’ - 'Warning

Application Identifier contains non-numeric data - cor-
rect in CLARiSOFT
E1205 ‘Invalid Job File (Application Identifier Length Incor- Warning

rect)’ - Application Identifier 23 requires a length digit -
correct in CLARiSOFT
E1206 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN Field Incorrect Length)' - EAN Warning
barcode does not have expected number of digits
specified by Application Identifier - correct in CLARi-
SOFT
E1207 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN barcode out of specification)’ - Warning

Separator character being used to terminate barcode
data - correct in CLARiSOFT
E1208 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN field value out of range)' - Data Warning
out of range, e.g. '13' for a month code or '25' for an
hour code - correct in CLARiSOFT
E1209 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN requires decimal point specifier)’ Warning
- EAN requires digit to specify the position of the deci-
mal point - correct in CLARiSOFT
E1210 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN field invalid or missing check Warning
digit)' - Application identifier requires the missing check
digit - correct in CLARiSOFT
E1211 ‘Invalid Job File (EAN over 165 mm long)' - Barcode Warning
too large - resize to maximum length of 165 mm - cor-
rect in CLARiSOFT
E1212 ‘Invalid Job File (Barcode Length Incorrect)' - Barcode Warning

field does not have expected number of characters -
correct in CLARiSOFT
6-4 Rev AA

No
E1213 ‘Invalid Job File (barcode out of limits)' - Barcode over- Warning
runs image area. Resize image area to accommodate
the barcode - correct in CLARiSOFT

the image before receiving the next print signal since
the products are too close to each other.
E1001 ‘Count Limit Reached’ - One or more fields in the image Fault
design has reached the allocated end value.
E1002 ‘Abort (Operation Aborted)’ - 'The operation of the Fault

printer has been stopped by the host control system.
E1300 ‘Slave Printer Absent’ - Communications between the Fault

Master printer and the Slave have been lost - check
cabling.
E1301 ‘Master Printer Absent’ - Master printer configured Fault

incorrectly (Slave) - check configuration and cabling.
E1302 ‘Slave Job Select Failed’ - Communications between Fault

the Master and Slave printer is lost - check cabling.
Rev AA 6-5
Troubleshooting
7
This chapter contains information on error messages, its possible
causes and the remedies.
Table 7-1 lists the error messages, its possible causes and the remedies
Error Possible Causes Remedies

Message
Cassette not fully seated Push the cassette in until

you hear it “click” into
place
Cassette latch out of Adjust the cassette latch

adjustment
Cassette Open
Faulty cassette sensor Replace the printhead
sensor
Home switch magnet Replace the magnet

missing from the cassette
base plate
Table 7-1: Error Messages and Remedies
Rev AA 7-1

Message
Broken ribbon Reinstall the ribbon
Excess of slack in ribbon Reinstall the ribbon

when the cassette is
loaded
Damaged cassette Check for the damaged

cassette base plate,
giving misaligned drive or
ribbon tracking problems
(usually this results when
a cassette is dropped
from a height onto its
ribbon guide rollers).
Ribbon Break Note: The cassette base
plate is usually the part
that gets damaged as the
ribbon guide rollers is
made of stainless steel
and therefore unlikely to
bend.
End of reel Replace the ribbon reel
Ribbon gets the wrong Reinstall the ribbon

side of the peel roller
while loading the cassette
Host machine is holding Review and correct the

the ribbon firmly application
Ribbon installed Reinstall the ribbon

incorrectly
Ribbon reel diameter is Use correct ribbon reel

out of range
Damaged cassette Check for the damaged

Calibration Failed cassette base plate,
giving misaligned drive or
ribbon tracking problems
(usually this results when
a cassette is dropped
from a height onto its
ribbon guide rollers).
Table 7-1: Error Messages and Remedies (Continued)
7-2 Rev AA

Message
Printhead microswitch is Adjust or replace the

defective or out of printhead microswitch.
adjustment.
Printer hand incorrectly Set the printer hand

Head Crash
set correctly
Printhead motor stalling Check and adjust the

due to poorly positioned print platten
print platten
Dirt or obstruction Clean the emitter and

between the emitter and detector gently with a soft
detector cloth
Faulty emitter assembly Replace the emitter

assembly (Refer
“Replacing the
Calibration Emitter
Assembly” on page 5-36)
Optical
Calibration Faulty detector assembly Replace the detector
Sensor Dirty assembly (Refer
“Replacing the
Calibration Detector
Assembly” on page 5-37)
Faulty printhead cable Replace the printhead

cable (Refer “Replacing
the Printhead Ribbon
Cable” on page 5-26)
Ribbon reel diameters are Use the correct ribbon

out of the expected range reel
Ribbon reels and/or cores Reinstall the ribbon reels

incorrectly located on the and/or cores correctly
mandrel
Optical
Calibration Failed Large ribbon tag on the Remove the tag
rewind reel concealing the
calibration sensor
Large ribbon ‘tag’ on the Remove the tag

rewind reel obscuring the
calibration sensor
Rev AA 7-3

Message
Faulty printhead Replace the printhead
Ribbon cable has Push the ribbon back into

loosened place
Thermistor Fault Faulty printhead ribbon Replace the printhead
cable ribbon cable (Refer
“Replacing the Printhead
Ribbon Cable” on
page 5-26)
Printhead Over Printhead overheats Allow the printhead to

Temperature cool down
Low Ribbon Ribbon has to be Replace the ribbon

replaced
Loss of communication Check the cable

between the CLARiTY® connections. Try cycling
Printhead Absent
controller and the printer between power on and
off
Ribbon reel eccentricity is Replace the ribbon

excessive
Ribbon tags on the take Remove the tags and

up core, fooling the wind the take-up reel
Ribbon Error
optical calibration system neatly.
Replace the take-up reel

else replace the supply
reel
Power supply voltage Check the power supply

varies too much output
Faulty printer PCB Replace the main printer

PCB (Refer “Replacing
Motor Volts Error
the Main PCB” on
page 5-12)
Faulty Motor Check the motor and

replace if necessary
Power supply voltage Check the power supply

varies too much output
Printhead Volts Faulty printer PCB Replace the main printer
Error PCB (Refer “Replacing
the Main PCB” on
page 5-12)
Printer Hand Not Flash memory is lost Use the CLARiTY®

Set configuration CD
7-4 Rev AA

Message
Motor Calibration Flash memory is lost Use the CLARiTY®

Required configuration CD
Printhead Flash memory is lost Set the resistance value

Resistance Not from the user interface
Set
Supply ribbon reel Replace the reel

Webbing Error
eccentric (+1mm)
Less than 20 meters of Replace the reel

End of Reel
ribbon remaining on reel
Ribbon cores not fitted Try using a different reel
Incorrect roll width fitted Make sure that the

Incorrect Reel software reel width
Size setting matches the width
of the reel that you are
using
Power plug not fully Check and correct

seated in the socket
Power not turned on at Check and correct

the source or at the power
supply
Power cable not properly Check and correct

connected to the printer
Printer is not and power supply
powered up
Power supply voltage set Check and correct
incorrectly
Check the 5 A fuses on Check and correct (Refer

the CLARiTY® unit and “Replacing the Mains
Fuse” on page 5-2)
CLARiTY® processor
PCB
Blown Fuse Replace Fuse
Cable not properly Check and correct

connected to the printer
and controller
CLARiTY® Incorrect cable between Check and correct
controller is not the printer and controller
powered up
Faulty controller unit Check unit and replace
the components as
required
Rev AA 7-5

Message
Air supply disconnected Check and set air

pressure to 4 bar
Solenoid wiring or air Check and correct

lines defective
Printhead does Defective solenoid Check and correct

not move in and
Printhead is jammed Turn the power off and
out
move the head out of its
parked position. See if
the head is free to move
in and out on its pivot
assembly. If not, clear the
obstruction.
Condition of the belt drive Check and correct

and pulleys
Printhead stepper motor Check and correct

not plugged in securely
Linear slide carriage Turn the power off. Try to

Printhead does jammed move the linear slide. If
not drive jammed, clear the
obstruction.
Incorrect tension on the Re-tension the timing belt

timing belt
Faulty Motor Check the motor and

replace it, if necessary
7-6 Rev AA

Message
Insufficient or no air Check and set the air

pressure pressure to 4 bar
No Print Signal Go to: Tools/Diagnostics/

Printhead/Inputs and
check the presence of
incoming print signal.
Low Darkness level Go to: Tools/Setup/

Printhead and increase
the Darkness setting.
Continuous Mode Only: Go to: Tools/Diagnostics/

Incorrect or No Encoder Printhead/Inputs and
signal check for free encoder
wheel rotation, “Forward”
direction and incoming
signal.
Continuous Mode Only: Go to: Tools/Setup/

Incorrect “Print Position” Printhead and check the
parameter print position to ensure
No information is optimum printhead
printed position directly over the
roller centerline.
Parameter should be
about: 2100 for right-
hand units 2500 for left-
hand units.
Intermittent Mode Only: Print signal timing is

Substrate is moving while incorrect. If necessary,
attempting to print delay the print until the
film stops and settles
(Dwell Time) by entering
a “Print Delay” value.
Go to: Tools/Setup/
Printhead
Intermittent Mode Only: Go to: Tools/Setup/

Incorrect Print Speed Printhead. Check and
correct the print speed.
Printhead not contacting Check and correct any

the print platten or roller obstructions
Rev AA 7-7

Message
Incorrect Vertical Set Vertical Registration

Registration to 0
Faulty Printhead Replace the printhead

No information is
printed Production line speed fell Confirm minimum speed.
below 40 mm/sec Go to: Tools/Diagnostics/
Printhead/Timings and
increase the line speed
Invalid or no image Select a valid image

Printer will not go selected
on-line Fault message not Clear the fault message
cleared
7-8 Rev AA

Message
Incorrect air pressure Check and set the air

pressure to 4 bar
Low Darkness level Go to: Tools/Setup/

Printhead and increase
the Darkness setting.
Dirty Printhead Allow the printhead to

cool and then clean
Print speed and darkness Check and correct

levels have to be
appropriate for the ribbon
and substrate
Continuous Mode Only: Go to: Tools/Diagnostics/

Incorrect Encoder signal Printhead/Inputs and
check for free encoder
wheel rotation.
Continuous Mode Only: Go to: Tools/Setup/

Incorrect “Print Position” Printhead and check the
parameter print position to ensure
Poor print quality optimum printhead
position directly over
roller centerline.
Parameter should be
about: 2100 for right-
hand units 2500 for left-
hand units.

Go to: Tools/Setup/
Printhead
Intermittent Mode Only: Go to: Tools/Setup/

Incorrect Print Speed Printhead. Check and
correct.
Dirty or worn print platten Check, clean, reposition

or roller or replace if necessary
Rev AA 7-9

Message
Start border too short Increase the start border

Top or bottom of
print is missing or
ragged
Go to: Tools/Setup/
Printhead
Intermittent Mode Only: Check and correct

Incorrect Horizontal
Registration setting
One or more dots Faulty Printhead Replace the Printhead

missing (cleaning (Refer “Replacing the
does not help) Printhead” on page 5-22)
Poor alignment of printer Correct the alignment

to platten or roller with the shims between
Ribbon is the printer and bracket or
creasing behind the platten
Bent peel roller shaft or Check and replace if

support necessary
7-10 Rev AA
Parts List
8
The illustrations and the associated tables provide detailed information
about the parts of each module of the Videojet DataFlex 6320 printer. This
information is useful for ordering the spare parts for the printer.
Standard Controller Assembly
8
6 7
4
1
5 2
1. Thermal Coder Fuse Kit 5. LCD Touchscreen

2. Processor PCB 6. Controller Mounting Yoke Kit
3. LCD Cable 7 Thermal Printer Mains Lead Assembly
4. Mains Switch Assembly 8. Power Supply Unit
Figure 8-1: Standard Controller Assembly
Rev AA Standard Controller Assembly 8-1

Table 8-1 lists the parts of the controller assembly.
Item Part Number Description Quantity

Number
1 400885 Thermal Coder Fuse Kit Set of

10
2 402796 Processor PCB 1
3 402797 LCD Cable 1
4 402799 Mains Switch Assembly (Standard 1
only)
5 402789 LCD Touchscreen 1
6 402809 Controller Mounting Yoke Kit 1
7 See Table 8- Thermal Printer Mains Lead 1
2 Assembly (See Table 8-2 for
country specific part codes)
8 402801 Power Supply Unit 1
9* 402916 Thermal Printer Lead Assembly 1
10* 405734 Spare DATAFLEX 6320 1
Controller
11* 405736 Spare DATAFLEX 6320 Slave 1
Controller
Table 8-1: Standard Controller Assembly - Parts List
Note: * indicates items not shown in the figure.
Table 8-2 lists the parts of the thermal printer mains lead assembly.
Part Number Description
504646-01 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - US Canada

504646-02 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - Europe
504646-05 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - Brazil
504646-06 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - Japan
504646-08 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - Italy
504646-10 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - China
504646-18 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - Denmark
Table 8-2: Thermal Printer Mains Lead Assembly- Parts List
8-2 Standard Controller Assembly Rev AA

Part Number Description
504646-21 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - UK

504646-38 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - Switzerland
504646-39 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - India/South
Africa
504646-42 Videojet DataFlex 6320 mains lead - South America/
Philippines
Table 8-2: Thermal Printer Mains Lead Assembly- Parts List
Cassette Assembly
6 3
4
1. Silver Disc - Pack 6. Cassette Release Button

2. Mandrel Body Assembly
3. Black Disc - Pack
4. Cassette Magnet Pack
5. Cassette Roller
Figure 8-2: Cassette Assembly
Rev AA Cassette Assembly 8-3

Table 8-3 lists the parts of the Cassette assembly.
Item Number Part Number Description Quantity
1 216809 Silver Disc - Pack 5 off

2 216049 Mandrel Body 1
Assembly
3 216808 Black Disc - Pack 5 off
4 216853 Spare Cassette Magnet 10 off
5 216032 Cassette Roller Set of 6
6 216810 Spare Cassette Release 1
Button
7* 217806 Mandrel Refurbishment 1
Kit
8* 403057 Spare Friction Cones Pack of
10
9* 402411 Spare/|leaf Spring Pack of
10
10* 405742 Spare DATAFLEX 1
6320 Cassette
Table 8-3: Cassette Assembly - Parts List
Note: * indicates items not shown in the figure.
8-4 Cassette Assembly Rev AA

Printer Assembly
1
6
2
4
1. Solenoid Valve Assembly
2. Calibration Detector Assembly
3. Thermal Printer PCB
4. Spare Compact Flash Card
5. Printhead Drive Stepper Motor Assembly
6. Calibration Emitter Assembly
7. Ribbon Drive Stepper Motor Assembly
Figure 8-3: Printer Assembly
Table 8-4 lists the parts of the printer assembly.

Number
1 215994 Solenoid Valve Assembly 1

2 216367 Calibration Detector Assembly LH 1
215991 Calibration Detector Assembly RH 1
3 405717 DATAFLEX 6320 Printer PCB 1
Spare
4 405752 Spare Compact Flash Card
5 215993 Printhead Drive Stepper Motor 1
Assembly
6 215990 Calibration Emitter Assembly 1
7 215992 Ribbon Drive Stepper Motor 1
Assembly
Table 8-4: Printer Assembly - Parts list
Rev AA Printer Assembly 8-5

Printhead Assembly
1 2
13
1
12 9
11 8 5 4
10 6 3
7
1. Printhead Pivot Assembly 9. Thermal Printhead Assembly

2. Strut Return Spring 10. Status Indicator Assembly
3. Printhead Drive Stepper Motor Assembly 11. Printhead Microswitch Assembly
4. Printhead Pivot Screws 12. Printhead Cable Assembly
5. Printhead Spring 13. Peel Roller
6. Timing Belt Set
7. Linear Slide Assembly
8. Short Stroke Cylinder
Figure 8-4: Printhead Assembly
8-6 Printhead Assembly Rev AA

Table 8-5 lists the parts of the printer assembly.

Number
1 405748 32 mm Printhead Pivot

Assembly LH Spare
1 405749 32 mm Printhead Pivot
Assembly RH Spare
1 401165 53 mm Printhead Pivot 1
Assembly LH
1 401072 53 mm Printhead Pivot 1
Assembly RH
2 216047 Strut Return Spring 10 off
3 215993 Printhead Drive Stepper 1

Motor Assembly
4 401878 Printhead Pivot Screws 10 off
5 215986 Printhead Spring 10 off
6 216037 Timing Belt Set 5 off
7 216035 Linear Slide Assembly 1
8 216033 Short Stroke Cylinder 1
Assembly
9 403325 32mm Thermal Printhead
Assembly
9 215984 53 mm Thermal Printhead 1
Assembly
10 215989 Status Indicator Assembly 1
11 216036 Printhead Microswitch 1
Assembly
12 405750 32 mm Printhead Cable
Assembly LH
405751 32 mm Printhead Cable
Assembly RH
Table 8-5: Printhead Assembly - Parts List
Rev AA Printhead Assembly 8-7


Number
12 216366 53 mm Printhead Cable 1

Assembly LH
215983 53 mm Printhead Cable 1
Assembly RH
13 216031 Peel Roller 5 off
Table 8-5: Printhead Assembly - Parts List (Continued)
Accessories
11 2
10 1
3
4
8 7
9
6
5
1. Print Platten Base 7. Registration Unit
2. Bracket Adjustable Encoder MNT 8. Print Roller
3. Bracket Fixed Encoder MNT 9. Continuous Bracket Roller Shaft
4. Thermal Printer Encoder Assembly 10. Universal Coder Bracket Assembly
5. Encoder O-Ring 11. Platten Rubber Pack
6. Encoder Wheel Pack
Figure 8-5: Accessories
8-8 Accessories Rev AA

Table 8-6 lists the accessories of the printer

Number
1 216370 Print platten 1

Base
2 216046 Bracket 1
Adjustable
Encoder Mount
3 216045 Bracket Fixed 1
Encoder Mount
4 402802 Thermal Printer 1
Encoder
Assembly
5 215964 Encoder O Ring 10 off
6 402803 Encoder Wheel 5 off
Pack
7 216042 Registration 1
Unit
Table 8-6: Accessories List
Rev AA Accessories 8-9


Number
8 216381-300 Print Roller 300 1

Long
216381-400 Print Roller 400 1
Long
216381-450 Print Roller 450 1
Long
216381-500 Print Roller 500 1
Long
216381-550 Print Roller 550 1
Long
216381-600 Print Roller 600 1
Long
216381-650 Print Roller 650 1
Long
216381-700 Print Roller 700 1
Long
216381-750 Print Roller 750 1
Long
216381-800 Print Roller 800 1
Long
216381-850 Print Roller 850 1
Long
216381-900 Print Roller 900 1
Long
9 216369 Continuous 1
Bracket Roller
Shaft
10 216368 Universal Coder 1
Bracket
Assembly
11 215965 platten Rubber 10 off
Pack
Table 8-6: Accessories List (Continued)
8-10 Accessories Rev AA

Drawings
9
Printer Dimensions
Figure 9-1 shows the dimensions of the 32-mm (RH) printer.
204 mm
180 mm
(7.0 inches)
178 mm
70mm (2.75 inches) 32 mm (1.3 inches)

Printhead Stoke Printable Area
Figure 9-1: 32mm RH Printer Dimensions
Rev AA Printer Dimensions 9-1

204 mm 180 mm
(7.0 inches)
178 mm
71mm (2.8 inches)

Printhead Stoke 32 mm (1.3 inches)
Printable Area
Figure 9-2: 32mm LH Printer Dimensions
9-2 Printer Dimensions Rev AA

204 mm
180 mm
(7.0 inches)
178 mm
70mm (2.75 inches) 53 mm (2.08 inches)

Figure 9-3: 53mm RH Printer Dimensions

Figure 9-4 shows the dimensions of the 53mm (LH) printer.
204 mm 180 mm
(7.0 inches)
178 mm
71 mm (2.8 inches) 53 mm (2.08 inches)

Figure 9-4: 53mm LH Printer Dimensions
9-4 Printer Dimensions Rev AA

Figure 9-5 shows the dimensions of the CLARiTY® controller.
244 mm 92 mm
(9.6 inches) (3. 62 inches)
(6.69 inches)
170 mm
Figure 9-5: CLARiTY® Controller Dimensions

Electrical Wiring Schematics

Table 9-1 lists the different wire colors and their corresponding functions.
X16 Wire Function Factory Default

Pin # Color
1 Red (Brown on +24V +24V

ENC lead)
2 Blue External input #1 PNP 24V Print input from host machine
3 Green 0V 0V
4 Black External input #2 PNP 24V Inhibit print from host machine
5 White External input #3 PNP 24V Spare input-not used
6 Orange External relay output #1 Fault relay N/C
7 White/Black External relay output #1 Fault relay COMMON
8 Red/Black External relay output #1 Fault relay N/O
9 Green/Black External relay output #2 Warning relay COMMON
10 Orange/Black External relay output #2 Warning relay N/O
11 Blue/Black External PNP output #3 PNP 24V BUSY
12 Black/White (Black 0V 0V
on ENC)
13 Red/White External PNP Output #4 PNP 24V Spare-not used
14 Green/White Encoder phase B signal input (24V push/pull preferred or open collector compatible)
(White on ENC Not used for single phase encoder mode
lead)
15 Blue/White (Blue Encoder phase A signal input (24V push/pull preferred or open collector compatible)
on ENC lead)
Table 9-1: List of the Wire Colors for Videojet DataFlex 6320 Printer Electrical Schematic
Rev AA Electrical Wiring Schematics 9-8

Master Slave Setup
10
Working with Master/Slave
Master/Slave capability is an enhancement that allows you to control up
to four printers from a single CLARiTY® operator interface.
A mixture of 53mm, 32mm printheads in Intermittent and Continuous
printers can be used in Master/Slave network.
Master/Slave Benefits
The master/slave usage results in the following benefits:
• Simpler coding system: Simpler setup of multiple printers, easier to
use coding systems
• Reduced printer setup time: A single point of setup, reduces the setup
time
• Reduced human errors: Only one entry of data rather than several
entries reduces the possibility of setup mistakes by human error
• Cost effective: A lower cost coding solution when multiple printers
are required to fulfil a coding application through the use of the Slave
printer without LCD.
• Cost reduction and effective usage of space: All these things are
achieved without an additional controller or PC on the production
line.
Master/Slave Applications
The master/slave network are typically used under the following
circumstances:
• When two or more printheads are required to code onto the same side
packaging film
• When control for multiple printers is required from a single location.
Rev AA Working with Master/Slave 10-1

Master/Slave Terminology
The master/slave network uses the following terminology:
• Group Job Select: Allows connection of up to four standard printers
(with LCD's), with Job selection available only from the printer
configured as the Master. This mode greatly reduces potential
Operator errors when inputting variable data.
All other functions are performed at each local printer's LCD panel.
• Group Control: Allows connection of one standard (with LCD) acting
as the Master, to up to three Slave (without LCD) printers.
All Job selection, Setup, Diagnostics and Error reporting are
performed at the Master printer only.
Printer Terminology
To avoid confusion to the user, the following terminology is used in this
chapter:
• Standard Printer: A printer installed with CLARiTY® Operator

Interface
• Slave Printer: A printer without the CLARiTY® Operator Interface

• Master or Master printer: A printer that has been designated to act as
the Master member of a Master/Slave group
Printer Communications
Note: It is assumed printer parameters changed via CLARiTY® Configuration

Manager during the set up of Master/Slave mode is configured via RS232
connectivity and not Ethernet.
Physical Installation
When only two printers (one Master, one Slave) are required and there is
no requirement to connect the Master/Slave group to an external network,
a two printer interconnection cable may be used to connect directly
between the Ethernet ports of the two printers.
All other cables (e.g. I/O cable) must be connected in the same way as the
standalone printers.
When more than two printers are to be connected together or connection
to a network is required, a Printer Connection Box complete with ethernet
patch cables is required.
10-2 Working with Master/Slave Rev AA

The Connection Box allows up to four printers (one Master and three
Slaves) to be connected together, allowing them to share common encoder
and print signals as well as providing ethernet connectivity via the
integral network switch (hub).
In addition to this, the connection box also allows the group of printers to
be connected to a wider Ethernet network.
Figure 10-1 shows a two printer connection box, indicating the five port
connections for the network switch, integral I/O cables (2 numbers) and
encoder lead.
3
1. Encoder Lead
2. Network Connector
2
3. Ethernet Ports
4. Integral I/O Cables
Figure 10-1: Printer Connection Box
Software Configuration
To configure Master/Slave mode, CLARiTY® Configuration Manager
(part number - 361725) is required.
The printers may be configured using a serial cable or a network
connection. However, this manual assumes that a standard Null Modem
cable (part number - 400720) is being used.

Master/Slave Basic and Advanced Configuration

The following section describes two modes of operation for a Master/
Slave group of printers.
• Basic Configuration: This configuration is used if the group is to be
used as a 'standalone group'.
• Advanced Configuration: This configuration is used if the group is to
be connected to a wider area network.
Note: If a printer has previously been configured to Advanced Configuration

mode, this setting is saved as the standard default configuration for the
printer.
Basic Configuration - Configuring the Slave Printers

To configure the slave printer proceed as follows:
1 Establish communications between CLARiTY® Configuration

Manager and the first Slave printer (“Connecting CLARiTY®
Configuration Manager to the Printer using an RS 232 connection” on
page 3-19).
2 Right click on the 'New Printer' icon when the icon turns 'green' and
Select 'Set as Slave', from the list as shown in Figure 10-2.
Figure 10-2: CLARiTY Config - Slave Setup

A configure slave printer dialog box appears (Figure 10-3).
Figure 10-3: Configure Slave Printer
3 Select the Slave number (One, Two or Three) from the drop-down list
(Figure 10-3).
Note: If less than three Slaves are to be used, they must be numbered
consecutively starting with 'One' (it is not permissible to have two Slave
printers numbered One and Three).
Slave printers connected to the same network require individual Slave
numbers.
4 Select the option to be taken in the event of communication failure
between the Master printer and Slave printer from the drop-down list.
The three options available are:
- No Action (ignore the condition)
- Raise a Warning message and continue operation
- Raise a Fault message and suspend operation (stop printing)
5 Touch OK to configure the Slave printer.

Once the slave printer is configured, on a Standard Printer, the 'JOB'

button on the screen of CLARiTY® is disabled (greyed out) as shown in
Figure 10-4.
Disabled Job
Button
Figure 10-4: CLarity Home page
After a short period of time the Slave printer may raise a Warning or Fault
message (depending on the setting you chosen in 'Action if connection to
the Master is lost') to indicate that the Master printer is absent, as shown in
Figure 10-5 and Figure 10-6.
Figure 10-5: Warning Message

Figure 10-6: Warning Message
Once the Master has been configured and communication established

between printers, the warning message can be cleared from the Slave
printer screen.
Repeat the above steps to install the remaining Slave printers in the group.
Basic Configuration - Configuring the Master Printer

To configure the master printer proceed as follows:

Manager and the master printer (“Connecting CLARiTY®
page 3-19).

Select 'Set as Master', from the list as shown in Figure 10-7.
Figure 10-7: CLARiTY® Config - Master Setup

A configure master printer dialog box appears (Figure 10-8).
1.Names Fields
2.Check Boxes
3.Master/Slave Level Drop - Down List
1
Figure 10-8: Configure Master Printer Dialog Box

3 Enter an identification name for the printer in the name field.

These names can be viewed on the screen of the Master printer user
interface and are useful for identification purposes. Names can be
edited from the default values of 'Printer 1… Printer 4', if required e.g.
'Master…. Slave 1'
Note: The 'Check boxes' on the left hand side of the dialog box indicate how
many Slaves are to be connected.
4 Click on the check boxes to select the slave printers. The dialog box
allows only the selection of consecutively-numbered Slaves starting
with Slave 1.
5 Select either Group Job Select or Group Control from the Master/
Slave level drop -down box (refer “Master/Slave Terminology” on
page 10-2).
When at least one Slave is enabled and a Master/Slave level has been
selected, the 'OK' button becomes available.
6 Click OK button, to program the printer with the selected
configuration.
Connecting the Printers Together

To connect the printers proceed as follows:
1 If the printers are not already connected, they may be connected
together as described “Physical Installation” on page 10-2.
After a few seconds any Faults and/or Warnings messages on the
Master and Slave printers becomes 'clearable' indicating that all
connections have been successfully made.
2 If any Faults/Warnings can not be cleared, switch off and on the slave
printer concerned.
3 If a problem persists, repeat the previous configuration steps to
ensure the master has been configured with the correct number of
slaves and that no slaves have been assigned with the same printer
number.
4 If operating under 'Group Control' mode, any Faults and/or
Warnings present on the Slave printers is reported on the Master
printer user interface screen, then they must be cleared at the Master
printer.

Advanced Configuration
Advanced configuration is designed for situations where the group is to
be connected to a wider area TCP/IP network and allows the use of IP
addresses instead of simple numbers to identify the printers.
In order to configure the printers correctly you must obtain one IP address
from the IT department for each printer. These must be static IP addresses,
not dynamically-assigned addresses. The 'Subnet Mask' used on the
network and port number for Master/Slave communications is also
required.
The default port number is 3002 and in most situations it is not necessary
to change this number.
Change it only if you are instructed to do so by the IT department.
To avoid confusion, the same port number should be used for all Slave
printers.
Configuring the Slave Printers

To configure the slave printer, proceed as follows:

page 3-19).
Select 'Set as Slave', from the list as shown in Figure 10-9.
Figure 10-9: CLARiTY® Config - Slave Setup

If the printer has not been assigned an IP address or configured in

advanced mode previously, a configure slave printer dialog box
appears (Figure 10-10).
Figure 10-10: Configure Slave Printer Dialog Box
3 Click on the Advanced button, to change to advanced configuration.

The advance configure slave printer dialog box appears (Figure 10-
11).
Figure 10-11: Advanced Configure Slave Printer Dialog Box
4 Enter the IP address, network subnet mask, and the port number of
the slave printer in the in Address field, Subnet Mask field, and Port
field respectively.
5 Select the option to be taken in the event of communication failure
between the Master printer and Slave printer from the drop-down list.
The three options available are:
- No Action (ignore the condition)
- Raise a Warning message and continue operation
- Raise a Fault message and suspend operation (stop printing)
6 Touch OK to configure the Slave printer.

Once the slave printer is configured, on a Standard Printer, the 'JOB'

button on the screen of CLARiTY® is disabled (greyed out) as shown in
Figure 10-4 on page 10-6.
After a short period of time the Slave printer may raise a Warning or Fault
message (depending on the setting you chosen in 'Action if connection to
the Master is lost') to indicate that the Master printer is absent, as shown in
Figure 10-5 on page 10-6 and Figure 10-6 on page 10-7.
Once the Master has been configured and communication established
between printers, the warning message can be cleared from the Slave
printer screen.
Repeat the above steps to install the remaining Slave printers in the group.
Configuring the Master printer

To configure the master printer proceed as follows:

Manager and the master printer (“Connecting CLARiTY®
page 3-19).

Select 'Set as Master', from the list as shown in Figure 10-12.
Figure 10-12: CLARiTY® Config - Master Setup

A configure master printer dialog box appears (Figure 10-13).
1. Master/Slave Level Drop - Down List

2. Check Boxes 1
3. Names Fields
Figure 10-13: Configure Master Printer Dialog Box

3 Click on the Advanced button, to change to advanced configuration.

The advance configure master printer dialog box appears (Figure 10-
11).
1. Master/Slave Level Drop - Down List

2. Check Boxes 1
3. Names Fields
Figure 10-14: Advanced Configure Master Printer Dialog Box
4 Enter a identification name for the printer in the name field.

These names can be viewed on the screen of the Master printer
CLARiTY® and are useful for identification purposes. Names can be
edited from the default values of 'Printer 1… Printer 4', if required e.g.
'Master…. Slave 1'
Note: The 'Check boxes' on the left hand side of the dialog box indicate how
many Slaves are to be connected.
5 Click on the check boxes to select the slave printers. The dialog box
allows only the selection of consecutively-numbered Slaves starting
with Slave 1.
6 Enter the IP address, network subnet mask, and the port number of
the slave printer and the master in their Address field, Subnet Mask
field, and Port field respectively.
7 Select either Group Job Select or Group Control from the Master/
Slave level drop -down box (refer “Master/Slave Terminology” on
page 10-2).
When at least one Slave is enabled and a Master/Slave level has been
selected, the 'OK' button is become available.

8 Click OK button, to program the printer with the selected

configuration.
Connecting the Printers Together

To connect the printers proceed as follows:
1 If the printers are not already connected, they may be connected
together as described “Physical Installation” on page 10-2.
After a few seconds any Faults and/or Warnings messages on the
Master and Slave printers becomes 'clearable' indicating that all
connections have been successfully made.
2 If any Faults/Warnings can not be cleared, switch off and on the slave
printer concerned.
3 If the problem persists, repeat the configuration steps to ensure that
the Master and Slaves printers have been configured with the correct
IP addresses, subnet masks and port numbers.
4 If operating under 'Group Control' mode, any Faults and/or
Warnings present on the Slave printers is reported on the Master
printer CLARiTY® screen, then they must be cleared at the Master
printer.
Using Master/Slave Mode - Group Job Select Mode

The primary function of this mode is to ensure that all printers in the
group are printing the same (image) 'Job'.
Job are selected from the Master printer only and automatically sent to the
Slave printers connected.

The Master Printer

In 'Group Job Select' mode, the CLARiTY® Operator interface acts
differently to that of a standalone printer.
If a Slave printer enters a Fault state, the error is reported on the Master
printer’s CLARiTY®, as shown in Figure 10-15 and Figure 10-16.
Figure 10-15: Fault State
Figure 10-16: Fault State - Details

In the example shown (Figure 10-15 and Figure 10-16), communication

has been lost between the Master and Slave printer.
This fault can be cleared, when the communications are re-established or
when the Slave printer is 'unassigned'.
Touch Tools > Set Up > Printhead, or via Tools > Diagnostics > Printhead, to
access the printhead page.
You can see the list of printers connected to the Master, as shown in
Figure 10-17.
Note: The Master printer is always listed first, followed by the Slaves.
Figure 10-17: Printhead Diagnostics
Note: If the Master and Slave printers have been given a Name, as described in
'Configure the Master Printer', CLARiTY® reflects these changes as in
Figure 10-17.

Assigned Printer Parameter

You can view the assigned printers to the master printer in this parameter.
Touch Tools > Diagnostics > Printhead and select the required printer to
view this parameter.
Figure 10-18: Assign Parameter
This printer can be disabled (unassigned) via the software. Touch the
parameter and set the value to No on the chosen printer.
This allows a Slave Absent fault to be cleared at the Master CLARiTY®, so

that the Master and other Slave printers can continue operation.
Note: When a Slave printer is unassigned, the Master is unable to send

commands to the Slave printer and ignores any information sent from the Slave
printer.
Un-assigning a Slave printer is a useful when a printer is removed from

the production line for maintenance and the rest of the printers in the
group needs to continue operation.
If a printer is to be permanently removed, reconfigure all printer numbers
affected, as described previously in the Configuration of Master/Slave
printers.

The Slave Printers

In Group Job Select mode only the JOB button on the home screen of
CLARiTY® is disabled, as job selection can only be initiated from the
Master printer, as shown in Figure 10-19.
Disabled Job
Button
Figure 10-19: CLARiTY® Home page
Note: Standard printers in Slave mode and Slave printers (No CLARiTY® LCD)
accepts communications from CLARiTY® Configuration Manager and other
software packages, e.g. CLARiSOFT®.
Using Master/Slave Mode - Group Control Mode

Group Control mode allows Slave printers to be controlled from the
Master printer CLARiTY® interface.
In addition to the parameters available in Group Job Select mode,
additional Setup and Diagnostics CLARiTY® pages are available for setup
and diagnostics information.
The Master Printer

In Group Control mode, the CLARiTY® Operator interface acts differently
to that of a standalone printer.
Using only the screen of the Master printer it is possible to view
Diagnostic and edit Set Up information on the Master and any chosen
Slave printer, as shown in the example below.
Touch Tools > Diagnostics > Printhead > Printer 1 > Inputs, there is a short
delay whilst the Master printer retrieves the parameters from the Slave 1

printer. These parameters are displayed on the CLARiTY® screen of the

Master, as shown in Figure 10-20.
Slave Printer
selected is
indicated
Figure 10-20: Slave Parameters
If Set up information is selected, any parameters edited would be saved in

the selected Slave printer.
If a Slave printer raises a Fault or Warning, the message is displayed on
the Master printer CLARiTY®, as shown in Figure 10-21.
The Fault is also displayed on the Slave CLARiTY®, if it is a Standard
Printer.
Figure 10-21: Slave Parameters
When viewing the details of the error screen on the Master CLARiTY®, the
name of the Slave printer raising the error is displayed, e.g. Printer 2.

Error messages may be cleared in the normal way or, if desired, the printer
may be unassigned to ignore the error (see “Assigned Printer Parameter”
on page 10-18).
Figure 10-22 shows a Master printer has been assigned a single Slave
printer. The Consumables bar for each printer assigned is displayed on the
screen of the Master printer.
Figure 10-22: Master and Slave Consumables
Consumables information on an individual printer can be viewed further

by pressing the chosen printers consumable bar.
In the same manner, all diagnostic information can also be viewed on the
Master printers operator interface, as shown in Figure 10-23 and Figure
10-24 on page 10-22.
Figure 10-23: Master and Slave Diagnostics

Figure 10-24: Slave Output Diagnostics
The Slave Printers

Slave printers in Group Control mode are typically Slave Printers (no
CLARiTY® Operator Interface) and therefore have no direct interaction
with the user.
However, if a Standard Printer is used as a Slave in Group Control mode,
the JOB, Online/Offline and Print Position buttons are disabled.
Job selection and Online/Offline changes may only be initiated at the
Master printer.
Standard printers in Slave mode accepts communications from CLARiTY®

Configuration Manager and other packages, e.g. CLARiSOFT®. All other
operations are initiated from the Master printer.
Slave printers (no CLARiTY®) accepts communications from CLARiTY®

Configuration Manager and other packages, e.g. CLARiSOFT®.

Disabling Master/Slave Mode

If a Slave printer has to be temporarily removed from a Master/Slave
group, the printer can be unassigned from the Master (Refer “Assigned
Printer Parameter” on page 10-18).
If a printer is to be permanently removed from a Master/Slave group,
proceed as follows:
Disabling a Slave Printer

page 3-19).
Select 'Disable Master/Slave mode', from the list as shown in
Figure 10-25.
Figure 10-25: CLARiTY Config - Slave Disabling
A confirmation box appears asking you to confirm this action.

3 Click Yes and the Slave printer is deleted from the Master/Slave
group and begins to function as a standalone printer.
Note: If the Slave printers are Standard printers, the 'JOB' button is enabled
and the Slave's 'Job' database is empty or contains only the last Job selected.
The Master/Slave group database is held by the Master printer.
Therefore, if a printer is disabled from the Master/Slave network and

becomes a stand alone unit, any additional Jobs required have to be

downloaded from CLARiSOFT®.
Note: If you are intending to replace the Slave, it is advisable to configure the new
Slave printer, before disabling the currently activated Slave.
If using basic configuration, ensure the old Slave has been disconnected
from the network and configure the new Slave with the previous Slave
network number.
If using advanced configuration you need to configure the new Slave with
a fresh IP address and configure the Master to communicate with this new
address.
If the Slave is not being replaced, configure the Master to only connect to
the remaining Slaves.
Disabling the Master Printer

Manager and the Master printer (“Connecting CLARiTY®
page 3-19).
Select 'Disable Master/Slave mode', from the list as shown in
Figure 10-25.
Figure 10-26: CLARiTY® Config - Slave Disabling

A confirmation box appears asking you to confirm this action.
3 Click Yes do one of the following:

• Replace the Master printer with a new printer containing identical

configuration parameters and ensure the old Master printer has been
removed from the network.
• If using advanced configuration, replace the Master printer with a
new printer containing identical configuration parameters, but with a
new IP address.
• Disable Master/Slave mode for one Slave printer, then configure it to
be the new Master and connect the remaining Slaves.
• Disable Master/Slave mode for all Slaves and use as standalone
printers only.

External Serial
Interfaces A
Working with the External Serial Interface
The communications protocol that can be used to communicate with the
printer, works over RS232 and TCP/IP connections. The protocol is
master-slave with the host machine considered as the master, and
responsible for initiating any communications.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Videojet
Technologies Inc. at 1-800-843-3610 (for all customers within the United
States). Outside the U.S., customers should contact their Videojet
Technologies Inc. distributor or subsidiary.
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For Customers in Canada

Pour la Clientèle du Canada

For Customers in the European Union

EN 61000-6-2 Generic Immunity standard, Industrial

Videojet Technologies Inc.

About Total Source Commitment

The Total Source Commitment

For more information on Videojet Technologies Inc. Customer Training

Chapter 3 — Technical Description

Interlocks and Annunciation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–12

Chapter 4 — CLARiTY® Operating System

Replacing the Air Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–31

Chapter 6 — System Events

Chapter 8 — Parts List

Chapter 10 — Master Slave Setup

Physical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–2

Appendix A — External Serial Interfaces

Rev AA Introduction 1-1

Safety Conventions Used in the Manual

General Warning Notices

1-2 Safety Conventions Used in the Manual Rev AA

Rev AA Safety Conventions Used in the Manual 1-3

General Caution Notices

Comply with Electrical Codes

1-4 Safety Guidelines Rev AA

Do Not Remove Warning Labels

Placement of the Printer

Using Printer Accessories

Rev AA Placement of the Printer 1-5

Figure 2-1: Videojet DataFlex 6320 Printer

The Videojet DataFlex 6320 printer uses high-resolution thermal transfer

Rev AA Equipment Description 2-1

compared to earlier systems. It can print barcodes, dates, text, and

About this Manual

2-2 About this Manual Rev AA

1. Transferred Ink 4. Ink

Figure 2-2: Printing Process

Rev AA Theory of Printing 2-3

Intermittent Motion Printing

1. Transferred Ink 3. Platten Rubber

Figure 2-3: Intermittent Printing Motion

Continuous Motion Printing

2-4 Theory of Printing Rev AA

1. Transferred Ink 3. Substrate

Figure 2-4: Continuous Print Motion

Rev AA Theory of Printing 2-5

Unpacking the Standard Printer

Low Profile Cable Assembly

Table 3-1: Printer Configuration Parts List

Rev AA Unpacking the Standard Printer 3-1

CLARiTY® Configuration Manager/Documentation CD

4-mm Air Tubing

CLARiTY® Controller Bracket

QA Documentation and CE Certificate

Table 3-1: Printer Configuration Parts List (Continued)

1. CLARiTY® Controller Bracket 6. Power Cable

Figure 3-1: Standard Printer Configuration Parts