Panduit Viper LS6 User manual
INDEX
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Getting Started
Introduction and Safe Operation............................................. 2-3
General Description................................................................ 4-5
Battery Information................................................................. 6-8
Quick Start with Viper™ LS6 .....................................................9
Ribbon Loading & Selection.....................................................10
Label Loading...........................................................................11
Keyboard............................................................................ 12-13
Working with the Viper™LS6
Using the Viper™ LS6 ....................................................... 14-16
Tools for Building Labels
Text Tool .......................................................................17
Serialization Tool..................................................... 18-19
Symbol Tool...................................................................20
Line Tool .......................................................................22
Box Tool ........................................................................23
Data Tool................................................................. 24-25
Bar Code Tool.......................................................... 26-27
Date / Time Tool............................................................28
Setting Up the Viper™ LS6................................................ 29-30
Saving Files …………………………………………………… 31-32
Retrieving Files ……………………..……………………… 33-34
Interfacing to a Computer - ViperLink™..………………………..35
Cleaning Instructions................................................................36
Troubleshooting.................................................................. 37-41
Warranty Information ….. .........................................................42
General Specifications..............................................................43
Replacement Parts and Accessories........................................44
™LS6
Operator’s Manual
Panduit Corp.
1819 Atlanta Highway
Cumming, GA 30040
USA
Attention: Labeling Systems Department
Printers & Software – 866-871-4571
www.panduit.com/eg/ls6
email: [email protected]
LS6-MAN-A
REV. 3 – 12/07/01
INTRODUCTION & SAFE OPERATION
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The ViperLS6 Hand-Held Printer is the complete printing solution for
Electricians, Assemblers, Maintenance & Repair, Construction, and Network
Communications Personnel. This versatile on-site, on-demand printer
provides users the ability to save, retrieve, and edit custom or serialized
labels for wire and cable marking, component labeling, network labeling, and
facilities identification.
This manual will guide you step by step through the set-up, operation, and
troubleshooting of the Viper™LS6 Printer. If you have problems not covered
herein, contact your local Panduit Sales Representative or call Panduit
Technical Support at 888-506-5400, ext 7470.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
The following general safety practices supplement the specific warnings and
cautions depicted elsewhere in this manual. They are recommended
precautions that must be understood and applied during the operation and
maintenance of this printer.
Do Not Operate In An Explosive Environment
Do not operate the printer in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
Operation of this printer in such an environment constitutes a definite safety
hazard.
Do Not Operate In Wet Or Damp Areas
Do not operate this printer in wet or damp areas. Operation of the printer in
such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Do Not Substitute Parts Or Modify Equipment
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install
substitute parts or perform an unauthorized modification to the printer or its
accessories. The proper components for service and repair may be obtained
from the Panduit Corporation.
INTRODUCTION & SAFE OPERATION
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WARNING:
When the printer has been in use for an extended period of time, the
printer motor may become hot. DO NOT touch the printer motor with
bare hands.
Information to USA Users
NOTE: This printer has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the printer is operated in a commercial environment. This printer generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not used in accordance
with this instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this printer in a residential area is likely to
cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Information to Canadian Users
This digital apparatus does not exceed Class A limits for radio noise
emissions for digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations
of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques
depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la class A
prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le
ministere des Communications du Canada.
It is possible that infrequent electrical phenomena (static discharge, power
line fluctuations) may cause printer function to be temporarily interrupted. In
this case, the printer will usually reset itself. In extreme cases, the user should
remove then re-apply power (battery pack and/or AC Adapter).
Printer Power Supply
The ViperLS6 is supplied with a NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) battery. This
battery is re-chargeable. The life expectancy of the NiMH battery is
approximately 500 charge/discharge cycles. After the NiMH has surpassed its
useful life, it must be disposed of properly. DO NOT PLACE THE SPENT
NiMH BATTERY IN AN UNAPPROVED TRASH RECEPTACLE. All NiMH
batteries should be disposed of according to local rules and regulations. It is
strongly recommended that the NiMH battery be re-cycled per local rules and
regulations.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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RS232 Serial
Port
Cutter Knob
LCD Display
PCMCIA Slot
(Future) AC Adapter Plug
Ribbon
Door
Label Door
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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Print Technology
The ViperLS6 prints labels using thermal transfer printing technology. The
print head melts ink contained on a thin web of material, allowing the ink to
transfer to the label material. The print head operates at 203 dots per inch.
Smart Label Roll – See page 11
The ViperLS6 label supplies are wound on a label cartridge that is plugged
into a socket in the printer. The label cartridge is read by the printer operating
system. The operating system AUTOMATICALLY selects the appropriate
printer settings. Also, the operating system will keep track of the number of
labels used from each roll and report the remaining labels to the user unless
labels are manually removed.
Ribbon Cartridge – See page 10
The ribbon material which contains the thermal transfer ink is housed in a
plastic housing to keep it clean, and to allow for easy installation and
replacement.
Battery Pack – See pages 6-6
A 12 volt battery powers the ViperLS6. The battery is a rechargeable NiMH
(Nickel-Metal Hydride) type which offers longer life than an equivalently sized
Ni-Cad (Nickel-Cadmium) battery. Also, NiMH batteries are more
environmentally friendly than Ni-Cad, resulting in less stringent recycling
requirements.
AC Adapter / Battery Charger – See page 6-6
An AC Adapter is included for powering the ViperLS6. The AC adapter is
compatible with international power systems (100 – 240 VAC). The Viper
LS6 includes an internal overnight battery charging circuit. The AC Adapter is
used to power the charging circuit. This circuit is intended to charge a
completely discharged battery pack in less than 15 hours. Contact the factory
for the availability of a fast battery charging accessory.
Label Cutter
A manually operated label cutter is included. The ViperLS6 will
automatically place the printed label in the proper position for cutting.
Carrying Case
A custom carrying case to protect and transport the printer and accessories.
PC Upgrade Kit – See page 34
An upgrade kit consisting of a cable for connection to a personal computer
(PC) and a CD containing the operating system in several languages (contact
factory for availability of languages), and an application program ViperLink .
ViperLinkis used to connect the PC and the ViperLS6.
BATTERY INFORMATION
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A 12 volt NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) battery comes with the Viper LS6
printer PARTIALLY CHARGED with a recommended 15 HOURS OF
CHARGING PRIOR TO USE. Charging of the Viper LS6 battery should be
accomplished ONLY with Panduit Model LS6 AC Adapter/Battery Chargers
(Part No. LS6-ACS, supplied with printer).
NOTE: The Battery (LS6-BP) should only be removed for replacement or
for replacement of the Lithium Battery. Charging of the battery occurs
while the battery (LS6-BP) is INSIDE the printer.
Charging the Battery
1. Connect AC Adapter
2. Ensure Printer is in On position
3. From the Home Screen Press Quik-Key [B]
4. Battery status of voltage will display
5. At prompt select [Y]es to setup for Charging
6. Insert AC Adapter into connection on the side of the Printer. Press Any
key to continue.
7. Press to end charging. A battery with a usable charge should read
between 12.5 –15 Volts.
•Completely charge the battery pack before use. The operating system
reports the battery voltage and charge status.
•Completely drain the battery pack before charging. The operating system
will warn the user on power up and power down of low battery conditions.
Consult you local guidelines for instructions on proper disposal of spent
battery packs.
BATTERY INFORMATION
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Battery Removal
1. Remove battery door by using a coin to depress the tab.
2. Remove battery by unplugging and lifting out of battery compartment.
3. Re-install the battery by reversing steps 1 and 2 ensuring that the battery
is firmly plugged into the plug connection on the printer.
Lithium Battery
The ViperTM LS6 uses a Lithium coin-cell battery to preserve the printer
settings and stored files when the main battery pack is removed and the AC
Adapter is not plugged in.
Do not leave the main battery pack out for extended
periods of time, as this will drain the Lithium cell.
Do not remove the Lithium cell as this may result in
a loss of all stored settings and files.
If the printer does not preserve the printer settings and files when both the
battery pack and the AC Adapter are disconnected, then the Lithium cell
should be replaced using the procedure below.
Battery
Door
Battery
Battery
Compartment
Adjustable
Strap
BATTERY INFORMATION
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Replacing the Lithium Cell
1. Plug-in the AC Adapter to preserve the stored settings and files during the
battery replacement.
2. Remove the main battery pack to gain access to the lithium cell.
3. Peel away the lithium cell warning label to expose the lithium cell in a
plastic holder. Save the warning label.
4. With your finger, firmly push on the circular plastic tab holding the cell in
place to slightly eject the lithium cell from the holder.
5. Noting the polarity markings on the cell, remove the cell and replace it
with a Panasonic CR2032 or equivalent. The cell should snap in-place
when properly installed. This common cell can be found at most office
and computer supply stores.
6. Replace Warning Label over Lithium Battery.
7. Replace the battery pack.
QUICK START WITH THE Viper™ LS6
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1. Plug in the AC adapter.
2. Install a ribbon cartridge. See Section-Ribbon Cartridge Installation
page 9. NOTE: No ribbon required for Thermal Paper
3. Install a label cartridge – See Section – Label Loading (Page 11) OR
install included thermal paper sample cartridge (1” wide practice media).
4. Turn ON the printer. Press . If low battery message, select [N] to
continue. The following screen will appear:
5. Press [D] for Demonstration. Press at any time to exit.
6. Read Demonstration screens to understand printer operation.
7. Press the button. The following tool selection screen will appear:
8. Select the Icon or press [T] to select a Text Tool.
9. Type in up to 4 lines of up to 16 characters. Example: “PANDUIT”
10. When complete, press the key to return to the HOME Screen.
11. Press the key to print your label.
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