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QLS-4100 Xe: Industrial Color Label Printer
QLS-4100 Xe: Industrial Color Label Printer
This document serves as the Operation & Setup Guide for the QLS-4100 Xe Digital Color Label Printer by QuickLabel Systems. It provides comprehensive instructions on setup, operation, and maintenance, highlighting the printer's advanced features such as superior image quality and industrial-grade reliability.
The printer adheres to safety and electromagnetic standards like EN 60950-1 and EN 55022, Class A, and complies with the RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC, ensuring restricted use of hazardous substances.
The printer comes with a one-year warranty covering defects in materials or workmanship, excluding the printhead and print platen, which have a 90-day warranty or 1 million inches of ribbon usage. Misuse or unauthorized modifications void the warranty.
Detailed steps are provided for unpacking, setting up, and connecting the printer, including installing the media unwind mandrel and connecting power and communication interfaces like Centronics Parallel Port, RS-232 Serial Port, and Ethernet Port.
Instructions for loading thermal transfer ribbons and label/tag media are included, along with calibration procedures for different media types to ensure accurate printing.
The guide details the printer's keypad layout and functions, including print/pause, form feed/advance, and cancel functions, and provides an overview of the menu system for adjusting print settings and configurations.
Contact details for technical support and sales are provided for regions including the USA, Canada, Germany, France, and the UK.
A step-by-step guide for experienced users to quickly set up and start using the printer, covering unpacking, media installation, power and communication connections, and calibration.
The guide emphasizes using Genuine QuickLabel Systems Labels, Tags, and Thermal Transfer Ribbon for optimal print quality and introduces the Media Requirements Contract (MRC) for fixed pricing and free printhead replacement.
Includes instructions on operating the printer, performing adjustments, and maintaining print quality, with advanced adjustments for printhead alignment and ribbon wrinkling.
Lists recommended tools and provides instructions for routine cleaning, part replacement, and firmware upgrades.
Explains the Print & Peel system, including installation, setup, and adjustment options, with compatibility notes and safety features.
Additional technical data, specifications, replacement parts, and setup instructions for custom QuickLabel and Windows printer drivers are provided.
Includes items like AC Power Cord, Centronics Parallel Cable, Media Retainer, Memory Card, Warranty Registration Card, Operation & Setup Guide, and Windows Printer Driver CD.
Details the printer's components and setup, including media retainers, thermal transfer ribbon supplies, print stations, and interface connections.
Provides detailed instructions for loading media and calibrating the printer for different media types, ensuring proper alignment and tension.
Describes the control panel with LCD display, LED indicators, and multi-function keypad, outlining functions and menu structure for adjusting print settings and configurations.
Options for write-protecting the memory card, formatting, and locking/unlocking the front panel with a password are provided.
Includes settings for Mirror Mode, Cutter, Pull Back, Applicator, Ignore Host Commands, No Air Warning, Image Normalization, and System Configuration.
Features include adjusting print intensity, speed, line adjustment, cross-web adjustment, vertical and horizontal offsets, display counter, and cut offset.
Instructions for adjusting the cut offset to align the cut line with the printed image.
Allows reprinting of the last printed label with specified copies.
Emphasizes the importance of calibration for proper media handling and error prevention.
Use built-in test patterns to check color alignment, print quality, and printhead integrity.
Adjustments for synchronizing printing across multiple printers.
Prints a report of current printer settings.
Sets the maximum gap between labels to detect missing labels.
Adjusts the cutter baseline for synchronized cutting.
Access features like Pull Back for media reuse.
Ensures proper initialization of the printer and media after certain operations.
Outlines the process for synchronizing labels, necessary for applicator mode or Print & Peel Multiple Label mode.
Allows selection of ribbon type and adjustments for printhead heat and history profile.
Details configuration of data ports and TCP/IP settings.
Includes options for displaying label counters and memory card write protection.
Prevents unauthorized changes to printer settings with a password.
Instructions for formatting memory cards before use.
Adjustments for the real-time clock.
Restores all settings to default values.
Includes settings for Mirror Mode, Cutter, Pull Back, Applicator, Image Normalization, and more.
Three modes: Standard, Custom 1, and Custom 2, each with specific operational characteristics.
Instructions for preparing the printer for printing, including power and communication connections, media and ribbon loading, and software installation.
The RibbonRation system can operate without compressed air but without ribbon savings.
Checks memory card status during power-up and prompts corrective actions if needed.
Four indicator lights provide status information, and the LCD display offers detailed operational status and error messages.
Common errors and solutions are provided, such as reloading media and recalibrating.
Ensures correct positioning of each color with adjustments for vertical and horizontal alignment.
Includes test patterns for checking alignment and print quality, with adjustments for print line, cross-web, and print speed.
Adjustments for intensity, speed, and alignment to improve print quality.
Settings can be adjusted through the control panel, Custom QuickLabel software, or Windows Printer Driver.
Labels can be printed using Custom QuickLabel software or third-party applications, with adjustments for consistency.
Includes printhead alignment, angularity, ribbon tension, and baseline settings for optimal ribbon transfer.
Regular maintenance includes cleaning print stations and replacing parts like printheads and rollers.
Instructions for replacing the printhead, ensuring correct harness routing.
Instructions for replacing platen rollers due to wear.
Instructions for replacing drive and pinch rollers.
Instructions for changing the fuse or line voltage.
Instructions for upgrading firmware to add new features or compatibility.
Explains the Print & Peel system, including installation and safety features.
Instructions for replacing the gear box and connecting the reverser harness.
Instructions for positioning the printer and replacing specific components.
Instructions for installing the Print & Peel system and connecting necessary cables.
Instructions for setting up the Print & Peel system and configuring modes.
Instructions for printing and peeling labels, with adjustments for torque and liner guide.
Instructions for adjusting the liner guide for proper media tracking.
Instructions for adjusting form stop and peel delay settings.
Details on thermal transfer printing, resolution, print speed, connectivity options, and power requirements.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for replacement components.
Lists replacement parts, including sensors, motors, and assemblies, with recommended spare parts for maintenance efficiency.
Instructions for configuring Custom QuickLabel software with the printer, including communication methods and printer mode settings.
Instructions for configuring the Windows Printer Driver, including enabling features and setting printing preferences.
Discusses the performance of different quality stocks in printing, recommending higher-quality stock for speed and performance.
Offers a speed range of 2-7 inches per second, with lower speeds resulting in higher print quality.
Settings for the cutter, including cut interval and offset for precise cutting.
Provides a list of format error codes with explanations and solutions.
Includes a detailed menu structure for navigating and adjusting settings.
An index is provided for quick reference to various topics, including calibration, cleaning, error messages, and print quality.
Catalog excerpts
digital color label printer Operation & Setup Guide
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Digital Color Label Printer Operation & Setup Guide Part Number 22834486 Version 2.0 10/11 Firmware V 2.1 Specifications are subject to change without notice ___________________________________________ QuickLabel Systems® an Astro-Med, Inc. Product Group World Headquarters 600 East Greenwich Ave., West Warwick, RI 02893 Tel: 877-757-7978 Fax: 401-822-2430 E-mail: [email protected] www.QuickLabel.com ___________________________________________ Technical Support Tel: 877-757-7310 [email protected] www.QuickLabel.com/support/
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Copyright © 2011 Astro-Med, Inc. This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form by any means without written permission of QuickLabel Systems. Trademarks Microsoft Word™ and Windows™ are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation PostScript™ and Adobe Illustrator™ are trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc. CorelDRAW!™ is a trademark of Corel Corporation PCL™ is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Corporation Ethernet™ is a trademark of Xerox Corporation QuickLabel®...
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This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, neglect or misapplication, or if the product has been improperly installed, or if the product has been modified without the express written permission of QuickLabel Systems. QuickLabel Systems makes no warranty, either express or implied, with respect to this product’s fitness for a particular purpose. Obtaining Service To obtain warranty service, call QuickLabel Systems Technical Support at 401-828-4000 or Toll-Free in the USA and Canada at 877-757-7310. QuickLabel Systems, An Astro-Med Inc. Product Group, is not responsible...
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QuickLabel France Astro-Med SNC, Parc d'Activités de Pissaloup, 1 rue Edouard Branly, 78190 Trappes Tel: 33 1 34 82 09 00 Fax: 33 1 34 82 05 71 Web Site: www.QuickLabel.fr Sales e-mail: [email protected] Technical Support e-mail:[email protected] QuickLabel United Kingdom Astro-Med House, 11 Whittle Parkway Slough, Berkshire SL1 6DQ Tel: 01628 668836 Fax: 01628 664994 Web Site: www.QuickLabel.co.uk Sales e-mail: [email protected] Technical Support e-mail:[email protected]
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Ownership Information Congratulations and thank you for your business. Your purchase of a quality QuickLabel Systems product is an investment in the finest of state-of-the-art printing and labeling technology. Please use the spaces below to list the model name/number and serial number of your product. Model Name/Number: ____________________ Serial Number: FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference...
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ETL Certification This product has met the United States of America and Canada electrical product safety requirements and has earned the ETL Listed Mark. RoHS Compliance We declare that the QLS-4100 Xe complies with The European RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC (Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment), as of 6/6/2007. This declaration is based on information provided by suppliers based on reasonable inquiry. This declaration is rendered invalid if the product is altered by someone other than Astro-Med, Inc.
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Declaration of Conformity Declaration de Conformité Ubereinstimmungserklärung Dichiarazione di Conformità ID Manufacturer’s name and address Nom et adresse du fabricant Hersteller Nome del costruttore Astro-Med, Inc. 600 East Greenwich Avenue West Warwick, RI 02893 USA Model No. Modele No. Model Nr. Modello No. Standards to which conformity is declared Standards auquel la conformité appartient Normen für welche Übereinstimmung erklärt wird Norme per le quali si dichiara la conformità Application of Council Directives Application des Decisions du Conseil Anwendbar fur die Richtlinien Applicazione...
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Chapter 1: Quick Start Congratulations ! You have purchased QuickLabel System’s best digital color label printer - ever. The QLS-4100 Xe represents years of careful research and development to perfect digital color label printing technology. The QLS-4100 Xe represents . . . QuickLabel Systems’ Best Image Quality - Ever The all-new print station design maintains a high degree of color registration - down to ± 1/2 dot throughout an entire print run. QuickLabel Systems’ Enhanced RibbonRation™ system which further economizes the use of ribbons making it even more cost-effective for long and short...
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QuickLabel Systems media Your QLS-4100 Xe has been designed to provide optimal print quality only when used with Genuine QuickLabel Systems Labels, Tags and Thermal Transfer Ribbon. QuickLabel Systems Thermal Transfer Ribbon is formulated to provide the most vibrant and durable image while helping to maintain long printhead life. QuickLabel Systems offers a unique media purchase program called a Media Requirements Contract (MRC). With an MRC, your media costs will be tailored to annual usage, not individually-purchased quantity. The benefit to you is fixed low pricing for the products you plan...
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Quick Start Guide If you are an experienced user of a QuickLabel Systems Digital Color Printer or you have attended QuickLabel Systems College training, use this Quick Start Guide as a reference to begin producing beautiful color labels immediately. In general, these operations should be performed in the sequence listed below, skipping over any items that may have been previously completed. Page 2-2 Install the media unwind mandrel Connect the AC power cord Connect the host computer interface Connect the compressed air source Load thermal transfer ribbon Load label or tag media Adjust the media...
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