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EBS
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INK JET PRINTERS 
EBS-1500 
USER'S MANUAL 
WITH A SINGLE ELECTROMAGNETIC HEAD 
VERSION  20060920#3.1 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
EBS Ink-Jet Systems GmbH 
Alte Ziegelei 19-25,   D-51588 Nümbrecht 
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Fax  +49 (0)2293 / 939-3 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
1.  GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................................7 
1.1.  ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ............................................................................................7 
1.2.  APPLICATION .....................................................................................................................7 
Short Description of the Printer: .............................................................................7 
EBS-1500
 Print Heads.................................................................................8 
EBS-1500
 General-purpose Controller........................................................9 
1.3.  PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ................................................................................................10 
Electromagnetic Print Heads................................................................................10 
2.  INSTALLING THE PRINTER..............................................................................11 
2.1.  SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................11 
2.2.  POWER AND AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS .........................................................................12 
Power Supply.............................................................................................................................12 
Air Supply...................................................................................................................................12 
2.3.  INSTALLING THE UNIT........................................................................................................12 
2.3.1.  Printer accessories ......................................................................................................12 
2.3.2.  Preparatory Steps ........................................................................................................13 
2.3.3.  Removing Transport Protections ...............................................................................14 
2.3.4.  Connections..................................................................................................................14 
Earthed neutral system.........................................................................................15 
Connecting the head ............................................................................................15 
Connecting the photo detector .............................................................................15 
Connecting the shaft-encoder ..............................................................................16 
Connecting external data transfer devices...........................................................16 
Connecting the Ink Monitor System - IMS............................................................16 
Connecting the head to the ink and compressed air systems..............................16 
Connecting the head to the pump-based ink system...........................................18 
2.3.5.  Installing a new Bottle of Ink (or Replacing an Empty One)....................................18 
Connecting a new ink bottle (or replacing an ink bottle) in the compressor-
based system .......................................................................................................18 
Connecting a new ink bottle (or replacing an ink bottle) in the ink system 
with an ink pump...................................................................................................19
 
2.4.  REMOVING THE HEAD COVER............................................................................................19 
3.  STARTING THE PRINTER.................................................................................20 
3.1.  SWITCHING THE PRINTER ON ............................................................................................20 
3.2.  SWITCHING THE PRINTER OFF...........................................................................................20 
4.  OPERATING THE PRINTER..............................................................................21 
4.1.  OPERATION PANEL...........................................................................................................21 
4.2.  OPERATING THE PRINTER WITH CONTROL MENU..............................................................23 
4.3.  PRINT HEAD STATUS ........................................................................................................26 
4.4.  CONTROLLING THE PRINTER .............................................................................................27 
4.4.1.  Text Files.......................................................................................................................27 
4.4.1.1.  Introduction to Text Files .........................................................................................27 
WORD PROCESSOR – A Description of Control Keys.......................................28 
4.4.1.2.  Opening and Editing a New File ..............................................................................29 
Subfile type: TEKST – ASCII characters................................................................29 
Subfile type: GRAPHICS..........................................................................................31 
GRAPHIC PROCESSOR – A description of function keys..................................32 

























































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Subfile type: BAR CODE .........................................................................................33 
Subfile type: Text file Name .................................................................................34 
4.4.1.3.  Editing an Existing Subfile .......................................................................................35 
4.4.1.4.  Copying and Editing a Text file................................................................................35 
4.4.1.5.  Deleting a Text file ...................................................................................................35 
4.4.1.6.  Deleting the File Library...........................................................................................36 
4.4.1.7.  Accessing the File Library........................................................................................36 
4.4.1.8.  Linking File Names with Parameter-block Names...................................................37 
4.4.1.9.  Using the Password.................................................................................................37 
Defining a User Password....................................................................................37 
Switching the Password Function On...................................................................38 
Changing the User Password...............................................................................38 
Deleting the user password..................................................................................38 
4.4.1.10.  Using Special Registers...........................................................................................39 
Object Counters....................................................................................................39 
Date and Time......................................................................................................40 
Universal Counter.................................................................................................41 
Universal Date and Time......................................................................................46 
Expiry Date Registers...........................................................................................47 
Data from Special Channel...................................................................................48 
4.4.2.  Using Print-parameter Blocks.....................................................................................48 
4.4.2.1.  Creating and Editing a New Parameter Block .........................................................49 
Modifying Parameters...........................................................................................49 
4.4.2.2.  Editing Existing Blocks of Parameters.....................................................................50 
4.4.2.3.  Copying and Editing Blocks of Parameter ...............................................................50 
4.4.2.4.  Deleting a Block of Parameters ...............................................................................50 
4.4.2.5.  Deleting the Parameter-block Library ......................................................................50 
4.4.2.6.  Accessing the Parameter Block Library...................................................................51 
4.4.3.  Printing..........................................................................................................................52 
4.4.3.1.  Stopping the Printing ...............................................................................................52 
4.4.3.2.  Starting the Printing .................................................................................................52 
4.4.3.3.  Quick Stopping the Printing .....................................................................................53 
4.4.3.4.  Print Parameters......................................................................................................53 
Modifying Print Parameters ..................................................................................54 
Vertical Direction ..................................................................................................55 
Initial Distance ......................................................................................................55 
Number of Repetitions..........................................................................................55 
Distance Between Overprints...............................................................................56 
Horizontal Direction ..............................................................................................56 
Overprint Height ...................................................................................................57 
Date Offset ...........................................................................................................58 
Counter Increment................................................................................................58 
Row Repetition .....................................................................................................58 
Ink drop Intensity ..................................................................................................59 
Timing Mode.........................................................................................................59 
Character Resolution............................................................................................59 
Conveyor travel speed..........................................................................................60 
Number of Pulses Generated by External Encoder .............................................60 
Number of purging rows during the automatic nozzle-purge procedure..............60 
Purge period during the automatic nozzle-purge procedure................................61 
4.4.3.5.  Saving Current Parameters in a Block ....................................................................61 
4.4.3.6.  Controlling Object Counters.....................................................................................62 
Accessing object counters....................................................................................62 
Modifying Object Counters ...................................................................................62 
4.4.3.7.  Printing with the use of a code switch .....................................................................63 
4.4.3.8.  Viewing Files on the Terminal Display.....................................................................63 
4.4.4.  Servicing the Head.......................................................................................................64 
4.4.4.1.  Defining Some Print Parameters with the Conveyor Travel Speed.........................64 
4.4.4.2.  Other Commands ....................................................................................................64 
4.4.5.  Auxiliary Commands....................................................................................................65 












































































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4.4.5.1.  System information ..................................................................................................65 
4.4.5.2.  Accessing Alarm Messages.....................................................................................65 
4.4.5.3.  Setting Date and Time .............................................................................................65 
4.4.5.4.  Checking the Printer Run Hours..............................................................................66 
4.4.5.5.  Choosing a Language..............................................................................................66 
4.4.5.6.  Releasing Protections..............................................................................................66 
4.4.6.  Replacing ink bottle .....................................................................................................68 
General information..............................................................................................68 
Replacing the bottle of ink ....................................................................................69 
4.4.6.1.  Checking the validity date........................................................................................70 
4.4.6.2.  Checking the calculated ink consumption level .......................................................71 
4.4.6.3.  Accessing information in the Ink Monitoring System...............................................71 
4.4.6.4.  Problems that might arise in the printer operation when a bottle of ink is 
replaced ...................................................................................................................72
 
Flow diagram for the ink monitoring system.........................................................72 
4.5.  ALARMS, ERRORS AND INDICATIONS .................................................................................73 
4.5.1.  Clearing Alarms............................................................................................................75 
4.6.  ADJUSTING THE PRINT RATE.............................................................................................75 
4.6.1.  Internal Generator ........................................................................................................75 
4.6.2.  Shaft-encoder ...............................................................................................................76 
4.6.3.  Defining the Maximum Print Rate for Various Fonts................................................78 
5.  EXAMPLES OF HOW TO OPERATE THE PRINTER .......................................79 
5.1.  HOW TO PRINT THE FIRST SAMPLE TEXT FILE? .................................................................79 
5.2.  CREATING AND PRINTING SAMPLE TEXT FILES ..................................................................81 
5.2.1.  How to Print the Current Date and Time?..................................................................81 
5.2.2.  How to Print Consecutive Numbers?.........................................................................82 
5.2.3.  How to Print Expiry Date? ...........................................................................................83 
5.2.4.  How to Print Logos? ....................................................................................................84 
5.2.5.  How to Print a Bar Code?............................................................................................85 
5.2.6.  How to Print a Complex Subfile?................................................................................85 
6.  SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE PRINTER .....................................88 
6.1.  ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................88 
6.2.  REMOVING AIR FROM THE INK SYSTEM..............................................................................89 
6.3.  REPLACING THE INK FILTER ..............................................................................................89 
6.4.  WHEN PROBLEMS ARISE WHILE OPERATING OR SERVICING THE PRINTER ..........................89 
The printer does not switch on................................................................................................89 
No overprints are made after the print command has been accepted ................................90 
Clogged nozzles in the head....................................................................................................90 
Some dots are much smaller than others or are missing.....................................................91 
Adjusting valve electromagnets in electromagnetic heads ..................................91 
Overprints are distorted ...........................................................................................................93 
Overprints made with the electromagnetic head look like printed in bold and 
blurred ...........................................................................................................................95 
Overprints are slanted ..............................................................................................................95 
Lower (upper) parts of overprints are distorted.....................................................................96 
Some vertical rows are missing in overprints........................................................................96 
Overprints are not straight, they are wavy or jagged............................................................97 
Mixed text names in the library – the battery is discharged.................................................97 
6.5.  HOW TO CONTACT YOUR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE? ........................................................98 
7.  STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION...............................................................99 
7.1.  STORING THE PRINTER .....................................................................................................99 
7.2.  TRANSPORTING THE PRINTER .........................................................................................100 



























































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8.  MULTI-HEAD INK-JET PRINTERS..................................................................101 
9.  TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................102 
APPENDIX A - LAYOUT OF CYRILLIC CHARACTERS ON THE PRINTER 
TERMINAL KEYPAD ...................................................................105 
APPENDIX B - LAYOUT OF ARABIC CHARACTERS ON THE PRINTER 
TERMINAL KEYPAD ...................................................................106 
Index......................................................................................................................107 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dear User, 
This Manual contains very useful information on how to operate your Ink-
Jet Printer. Please read this Manual carefully. 
This version (3.1) of the document applies to EBS-1500 printers with a single  electromagnetic 
head and is the continuation of the operating instructions (version 20.8), which applied to 
EBS-1500 printers with all head types, including multi-head systems. The document incorporates 
most changes introduced to EBS printers in software versions from 16_1A to 21_0A and the 
descriptions contained therein apply to the equipment where such software versions are installed. 
As the machine and options can be customised, the product delivered to you depends on your 
specific order. Therefore some descriptions or illustrations may differ slightly from your 
equipment. As we need to keep pace with new technological advancement, we reserve the right 
to introduce changes in the design and technical solutions adopted. In view of the above, no 
data, illustrations or description shall make grounds for any claims. Should your printer be 
equipped with options that are not described or illustrated in the Manual or should you have 
additional queries after having read the Manual, please contact any EBS representative for more 
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1. General Information 
NOTE: 
There are warning and information signs on the right or left hand-side margins of some pages to 
attract user’s attention to messages that are provided next to them. They are the following signs: 
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Information signs indicating: 
•  that the actions described should be taken carefully, 
•  additional, printer-specific option and features, 
•  untypical behaviour of the unit, 
• other hints. 
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A warning not to take the action that might have a critical impact on the 
proper operation of the unit. It requires the user to follow closely 
instructions given therein. 
 
The Manufacturer reserves the right to introduce changes whose description 
may not be provided in this manual. 
The Manufacturer shall not bear any responsibility for damages resulting from 
the failure to follow the instructions or consequences of editorial or 
publishing errors within the instructions.
 
1.1. Environmental protection 
On withdrawing EBS-1500 printers and printing systems from use do not take 
system elements out together with other waste. Pursuant to Directive No. 2002/96/EC of 
the Council of the European Community on waste electrical or electronic equipment, the 
elements of the EBS-1500 printers and printing systems must be separated from 
other waste after they have been withdrawn from use and processed in an environmentally 
friendly way. 
 
1.2. Application 
EBS-1500 is a family of industrial INK JET printers designed for labelling in a non-
contact way, various objects that move on a line conveyor, for example. The printer provides 
clear and firm overprints on such materials as: 
• paper and cardboard, 
• (porous) plastics, 
• fabric, 
•  leather and leatherette, 
•  wood and wood-like products, 
• (porous) ceramic products, 
•  metal surfaces of any type, etc. 
Short Description of the Printer: 
Every  EBS-1500 series printer consists of a general-purpose controller and 
a print head. 
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EBS-1500
 Print Heads 
The print heads have the following traits: 
´  They are independent on the controller and therefore the heads can be installed closely 
next to the object being labelled, which is not in an easily accessible place very often. 
´  They are connected with the controller via a 3 m long flexible cord as a standard (up to 
30 m optionally). 
 
1500/00 series electromagnetic heads, where the nozzle valve is controlled with an 
electromagnet. One head can contain 5, 7, 12, 16, 25, 32 or 64 nozzles. A printer equipped 
with such heads can produce 6 to 115 mm high overprints with one head. 
´  The electromagnetic head can be set at any position. 
´  Inks of various types and colours can be used according to the surface to be printed on. 
 
Electromagnetic 7 to 16-nozzle head 
 
Electromagnetic 25 to 32-nozzle head 
 
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EBS-1500
 General-purpose Controller 
 
The controller has the following traits: 
´  Separate controller types for electromagnetic or piezoceramic print head families. 
´  Splash-proof stainless steel INOX housing and a membrane keypad to ensure that the 
controller is resistant to water and all types of solvent that might be used in the real 
working environment. 
´  All connectors grouped on the same side wall to facilitate the installation of the printer in 
a place where the space is very limited. 
´ Printing capabilities: 
•  texts composed of small and capital letters of various types, also printed in boldface 
or rotated, 
 
 
 
•  several lines of text printed during a single run of an object in front of the print head 
(a maximum of 6 lines with no space between the lines), 
4 
lines 
(7x5) 
5 
lines 
(5x5) 
6 
lines 
(5x5) 
 
•  diacritical national characters, 
•  graphics – a built-in set of ready-to-use graphic signs and a tool-kit for creating 
user-defined graphics, 
   
•  bar codes of various kinds, printed in a regular way or in reverse, with or without 
a caption of digits; an option of introducing on-going changes to the digital contents of 
the code (bar code as an incremental or decremental counter) 
     




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•  variable data - such as current date, warranty expiration date, current time, ascending 
and descending numbering (counters), any types of data, which are transferred from 
a PC or external devices (via an optional special channel), as required and arranged 
by the user. 
´  Labels can be input or modified easily with the use of a built-in terminal or a PC (via 
RS-232 or RS-485 interface). 
´ An optional PC can be connected in order to: 
•  control the operation of one printer via the program EdGraf,. 
• allow a number of EBS printers of various types, linked together into a network, to be 
controlled from one computer via the program InkNet. 
´  Objects to be labelled are detected by a photo-detector. 
´ Fully automatic printer’s operation with the status indication and instructions for 
performing service operations. 
´  Bottles of ink are fully controlled and bottles designed for different, incompatible types of 
EBS printers are not accepted. 
´  Continuous operation over 24 hours a day. 
1.3.  Principle of Operation 
Electromagnetic Print Heads 
Every label consists of a number of a droplet-wide vertical rows. Nozzles are set in the 
print head vertically, at regular intervals from each-other. This determines the maximal height 
of the label. Every nozzle is equipped with an electromagnet-controlled valve. Labels are 
made by ink droplets that are jetted at a pressure when the valves open. The pressure is 
generated by an external system and controlled with a pressure regulator. Objects to be 
labelled move in front of the print head and vertical rows are printed one by one to complete 
the entire label. 
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n electromagnet to
control the valve
Supply of ink to the
chamber at high pressure
Surge chamber
Nozzle
Valve 
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2.  Installing the Printer 
2.1. Safety Requirements 
All efforts have been put into designing this device carefully and making it safe and reliable. 
However, the safe operation of the device is conditioned by the user’s awareness of, and 
obedience to the following safety rules and precautions. 
The unit should be operated by the staff that has been trained.
 It is recommended that 
the operation of the printer is supervised. 
1.  A fire extinguisher designed to extinguish electrical equipment and flammable 
solvent fire must be placed within easy reach near the unit. 
2.  The unit must not be operated in rooms where an explosion hazard exists. 
3.  The unit must not make overprints on objects whose temperature exceeds 100 °C. 
4.  No open fire or spark producing devices are allowed in the area where the printer 
operates. 
5.  Power supply cord must be connected to a socket where a protective pin is used. 
The efficiency of the earth should comply with the applicable standards. 
6.  As high voltage occurs in the printer, make sure that all manipulations in the 
electrical part of the system and inside the head are performed after power has 
been switched off. 
7.  The outlet of the head must not be directed towards persons, animals or accidental 
objects during printing in order to avoid splashing anybody or anything with ink. 
8.  Protective clothes and possibly protective glasses need to be warn by persons 
performing any work on the ink system. 
9.  No plastic vessels should be used to do the washing as they collect static electricity. 
Metal vessels are recommended. 
10. No ink, solvent or wash-up (or waste fluid remaining after the head has been washed) 
should be left in open vessels as these inflammable fluids may ignite from accidental 
sources of fire. 
WARNING: 
Static electricity collected by people (on their plastic clothes or in their hair, for example) may 
spark-over to ink or wash-up vessels when they have been left open. The ink and wash-up 
are inflammable and may get ignited! Therefore, before you approach the open vessels 
with inflammable fluids, discharge the static electricity by touching the metal printer housing or 
another metal object that is connected to the earth. 
In the case of accident... 
´  When ink or solvent spills occur, the spilled fluid should be wiped with a piece of 
absorbent material and then removed in compliance with fire and health and safety at 
work (HSE) regulations. 
´  If the clothing has been splashed, remove it as soon as possible. 
´  Should the eyes or skin get irritated: 
EYES  need to be rinsed with running water for at least 15 minutes, then you 
should see your oculist, 
SKIN  needs to be washed with water and soap. 
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2.2.  Power and Air Supply Requirements 
Power Supply 
 Standard 
Supply voltage  
100 - 240V  (AC) 
90 - 350V  (DC) 
Mains frequency  45 - 440Hz 
 
NOTE: 
•  The mains electricity must meet the requirements of the applicable standards. Otherwise 
measures need to be taken or devices used to ensure that the proper power is applied to 
the printer. 
•  The mains socket should be equipped with a protective pin properly connected to 
earth. The efficiency of the earth needs to comply with the applicable standards. 
Air Supply 
Ink pressure can be generated by an external compressor system or inside the ink 
system if the system is equipped with an ink pump. The application of the ink system with 
a pump simplifies the structure of the printing system significantly. A detailed description of 
the device is contained in the document entitled Ink System with an Ink Pump. 
Regulator inlet air pressure: 
0,5 - 10 bar (0,05 - 1,0 MPa). 
NOTE:  If a compressor system is used, supply air must be free from any impurities. 
Otherwise ink gets dirty sooner inside the ink system and overprints of lower 
quality may result. 
If air supplied from the compressor system is likely to contain any of the 
above-mentioned substances, filtering elements absolutely need to be 
installed immediately before the ink system connection to remove such 
impurities as water, oil or others. 
The Manufacturer shall not bear any responsibility for 
improper operation of the unit, if the malfunction is caused 
by air contamination. 
2.3.  Installing the unit 
2.3.1. Printer accessories 
In view of a great number of EBS printers and printing systems, the set of accessories 
depends on a specific user application. This section gives a specification of the accessories 
that are used most frequently in various printer configurations. 
Typical printer accessories include: 
a).  Elements and units which are needed for the printing process in every configuration, 
b).  Additional and supportive elements and units which are needed for a given configuration 
to satisfy user requirements. 
List of elements and subassemblies: 
 
 Head controller. 
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 Electromagnetic head. 
  Complete head holder. 
 Interface cable. 
  Photo detector - optimeter. 
 Ink system. 
  Ink system with an ink pump. 
  Ink Monitoring System (IMS) with  cable. 
  Bottle of ink. 
  Shaft-encoder – conveyor’s speed indicator. 
  Object holder, the so called gun (used for making overprints manually). 
  Additional external alarm indicator. 
  Additional external alarm device (with conveyor control and stop indication). 
 Code switch. 
  Starting kit for RS-232 (or RS-485) serial interface. 
  Movable platform with a cable for making overprints manually. 
  Bottle of wash-up. 
 Wash-up spray. 
 
 
NOTE: 
•  The above list shall not be considered a specification of accessories (to be) delivered 
together with a printer or printing system purchased by the user. 
•  The list of accessories may vary from country to country. 
2.3.2. Preparatory Steps 
In order to prepare a new or transported printer to operation, you should perform the 
following activities: 
1.  Remove all parts of the system out of their packing. 
2.  Place the controller in a room that is free from vibration, shocks, dust, smoke, soil, 
aggressive or inflammable vapours and gases. 
NOTE: The room shall meet the following requirements: 
Environmental conditions:  operating temperature from +5°C to +40°C, 
relative humidity up to 90% without condensation. 
Mechanical requirements:  max. vibration 1g at max. frequency 10Hz, 
max. shocks 1g over max. 2ms. 
3.  Secure the print head holder in a convenient position. 
NOTE:  If the conveyor vibration is too strong, the head holder should be fastened to 
a stable rack or on a wall that are not part of the conveyor system. 
4.  Install the print head in a holder. Make sure, however, that the front planes of the head 
and objects to be labelled are parallel. The electromagnetic print-head can work in any 
position in space. 
  
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5.  Fix the photo detector on a cradle which has been fastened to the print head, head holder 
or in any other place convenient for releasing prints. Whereas the slide - in the opening 
from the side of a coming object. 
 
fitting 
tube 
head 
holder 
distance holder 
for packages 
photo detector 
cradle 
connection to 
the controller
 
Fig. 2.3.2.1. Fixing a standard electromagnetic head holder to the conveyor 
2.3.3.  Removing Transport Protections 
The controller and head are protected against mechanical pressure and the spilling of ink 
in case the head is tilted or shocked. Therefore some ink system connections are 
disconnected and protected with plugs, caps or non-return valves. All protection needs to be 
removed during the installation. 
2.3.4. Connections 
All electrical connections are situated on the right-hand side wall of the controller. 
 
 
round sockets with external 
thread M18x0.75 
MAIN 
POWER 
SWITCH 
 
Fig. 2.3.4.1. Controller - view of connection sockets (without plugs) 
There can be seven female connectors available on the side wall: 
1.  Ink System socket to connect a cable from the Ink Monitoring System (IMS). 
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3.  Custom socket, an option to connect external devices. 
4.  PC Serial Interface socket to connect a serial interface cable from a PC. 
5.  Shaft-encoder socket to connect a shaft-encoder’s cable. 
6.  Photo detector socket to connect a photo detector cable. 
7.  Head socket to connect a head interface cable. 
NOTE: 
•  Make sure that protection tabs are matched while plugging in every male connector into 
the female connector to avoid damaging the contacts. 
•  Make sure that the external tapped ring on the male connector is tightened up to ensure 
firm connection between male and female connectors. Failure to tighten up the ring 
causes the external cable screen to disconnect from the controller and head body. 
This damages the electric shock protection and may result in unstable or improper 
operation of the head. 
Earthed neutral system 
Connect the earthed neutral system as specified in subsection 2.2 Power and Air Supply 
Requirements with an outlet plug as shown in the drawing. Make sure that the earth contacts 
of a mains socket are effectively earthed in compliance with the applicable standards. 
Connecting the head 
Plug the (16-pin) interface cable carefully into female connector No 7 on the controller and 
tighten up the tapped ring. Connect the other end (female connector) of the cable with 
a similar male connector on the head cover. The controller connection is shown in 
Fig. 2.3.4.1. 
 
interface connection to 
the next head 
interface connection 
between the head 
and the controller 
 
Fig. 2.3.4.2. 
If the ink system with an ink pump is used, there is no need to apply a compressor 
system. Any connections should be made in accordance with the description contained in the 
document entitled Ink System with an Ink Pump. 
Connecting the photo detector 
Connect the photo detector, that is an optimeter detecting objects to be labelled, in front of the 
print head, to female connector No 6 - PHOTO (see Fig. 2.3.4.1). 
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Connecting the shaft-encoder 
Connect the shaft-encoder, that is a conveyor speed indicator, to female connector 
No 5 - SHAFT (an option for variable-speed conveyors) - see Fig. 2.3.4.1. 
Connecting external data transfer devices 
An external device for transferring data (a PC, automatic scales, bar-code reader or other 
automatic equipment) should be connected to socked No. 3. 
Connecting the Ink Monitor System - IMS 
Plug in the (8-pin) male connector of the ink monitor system interface cable carefully into 
female connector No 1 on the controller and tighten up the tapped ring (for electromagnetic 
print heads only). 
Connecting the head to the ink and compressed air systems 
The ink system for an electromagnetic head is built of the following components (see 
Fig. 2.3.4.3.): 
•  A container for a bottle of ink 
 and grips to fix the container up . 
•  An Ink Monitoring System 
. 
•  A compressed air pressure regulator 
 with a manometer . 
•  Pressure tubes of polyethylene for supplying ink and compressed air (the direction in 
which the medium flows inside the tubes is marked with arrows): 
- a tube, 
, to supply air under pressure from a compressor system, 
- a tube, 
, to supply air at a regulator-stabilised pressure, 
- a tube, 
, to supply ink under pressure from a bottle to the head. 
•  A bottle of ink 
¡. 
•  A plug to be screwed on the bottle 
¢. It contains: 
-  a tube with an ink filter at one end (inside the ink bottle), 
- pipe connectors, 
-  retaining nuts to secure tubes on the connectors. 
In order to connect the ink system to the compressed air system and head to the ink system, 
follow the steps below: 
a).  Supply compressed air out of an external compressor system via a polyethylene tube to 
the supply air connection at the pressure regulator (marked with an arrow and a letter P), 
as shown in the following picture: 
•  slide the retaining nut over the pipe, 
•  slide the pipe over the connector, 
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
 






¡
¢
 
Fig. 2.3.4.3. 
b). Connect the pressure regulator outlet and the horizontal bottle-plug coupling with 
a polyethylene pipe 
. 
c).  Connect the vertical bottle-plug connector and the non-return valve connector. Insert the 
valve into the inlet ink connector and tighten up the nut. The non-return valve prevents 
the ink from leaking out of the head after the pipe has been removed. 
 
inlet Ink couple 
non-return valve
connectors to 
side tubes over 
pressure tube to supply ink out of an 
ink bottle to the head 
 
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NOTE: 
Compressed air supplied to the ink system must meet compressed air specifications given in 
paragraph 2.2 Power and Air Supply Requirements. 
The rated pressure should be set to the value of 0,04 MPa (0,4 bar) with a pressure 
regulator. 
The rated pressure depends on nozzle diameter and the number of nozzles in the print head. 
The nozzle diameter is indicated on the nozzle plate. 
For best quality prints on a given surface, the ink pressure inside the head can be slightly 
adjusted after the primary print parameters (such as height, rate and intensity) have been 
determined. The adjusted pressure should be within the range from 0.03 MPa  (0.3 bar) to 
0.06 MPa (0.6 bar). 
Connecting the head to the pump-based ink system 
A detailed description of how to connect the head to the ink system with an ink pump is 
given in the document entitled Ink System with an Ink Pump. 
 
2.3.5.  Installing a new Bottle of Ink (or Replacing an Empty One) 
NOTE: 
•  Please note that only the recommended ink type should be used. A possible 
mistake may result in damage to print head. 
•  Various types of ink must not be mixed or ink whose usability time prescribed has 
been exceed must not be added. 
 
Connecting a new ink bottle (or replacing an ink bottle) in the 
compressor-based system 
In order to install (replace) a bottle of ink, follow the procedure given below: 
a).  Depressurise the system and wait until the manometer indicates that the pressure has 
dropped to zero in the bottle. 
b). Unscrew retaining nuts (
 and ) on the bottle couplings carefully and remove 
polyethylene tubes 
 (a tube to supply ink under pressure from the bottle to the head) 
and 
 (a tube to supply air at a stabilised pressure from the pressure regulator). 
 
 

 
 
 
 
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c). Unscrew the plug  containing a tube and an ink filter at its tip, and remove the plug from 
the bottle. Check for the ink filter at the tube tip. 
d).  Unscrew the plug on a new bottle and remove aluminium foil protection. 
e).  Put the new bottle of ink into the container. The new bottle will be accepted after the 
transponder has been detected and checked (in about 10 seconds) when the printer is on 
– see a message BOTTLE ACCEPTED. 
f).  Put the tube with the ink filter at the tip into the bottle and screw on the plug. 
g).  Install the tubes onto the couplings and screw on the retaining nuts. 
h).  Pressurise the system and adjust the pressure to its rating value. 
Connecting a new ink bottle (or replacing an ink bottle) in the ink system 
with an ink pump 
A detailed description of how to attach a new ink bottle (or replace an old bottle) in the system 
equipped with an electromagnetic head and the ink system with a pump is given in the 
document entitled Ink System with an Ink Pump. 
2.4.  Removing the Head Cover 
The head cover is removed to get access to valves and adjust them. 
In order to remove the head cover, follow the procedure given below: 
a).  Turn the printer off. 
b).  Remove the head from the holder and remove the distance holder for packages 
. 
c). Unscrew two nuts 
 at the back of the head and remove shims. 
d).  While holding the head cover, press the end face of the head with your thumb until it 
starts moving out freely (the places where the face should be pressed are shown in 
Figure 3). 
e).  Push the head cover away to ensure that leading bars have moved out of the pipes 
completely. 
 
 


1 
2 
3
4 
 
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3.  Starting the Printer 
3.1.  Switching the Printer On 
The ON/OFF Power switch is situated on the right side wall of the unit next to the 
feeder cable. It isolates both power leads from the mains (see Fig. 2.3.4.1). 
If the printer controller, head, and ink system connectors are all connected, it is enough to 
switch the Power switch 
POWER
ON
OFF
 to the ON position. 
With this, a starting procedure is initiated and the following processes are conducted: 
1.  Power voltages are applied and electronic cards are tested. 
2.  Terminal display is switched on and the main MENU is displayed. 
3.  The checking for a bottle of ink is done by detecting the bottle transponder. Ink in the 
bottle is checked for its usability. 
  
If no errors have occurred, it means that the starting procedure has been completed correctly 
and the printer is ready for printing. 
3.2.  Switching the Printer Off 
The printer may be switched off at any time (even during the printing). Just switch the Power 
switch 
POWER
ON
OFF
 to the OFF position. 
On switching the unit off protect the heads. You need to do the following:  
•  depressurise the print head by opening a pressure valve or reducing the pressure to 
zero with a pressure regulator (if a compressor system is used), 
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4.  Operating the Printer 
4.1. Operation Panel 
The operation panel enables the printer operator to control and monitor the unit’s 
operation, and initiate actions as might be required in given circumstances. It is also used for 
performing such basic operations as turning the print mode on or off, locating faults, clearing 
alarms, etc.  
 
2 1 
3
 
1  The function pad contains the following elements: 
•  Contrast keys to adjust contrast settings for the LCD display, 
+
 - press to increase the contrast, 
–

- press to reduce the contrast. 
• 
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6
 function keys to define various additional user 
functions. 
• Slate-blue CLR. ALARM key (further on marked with a symbol 
 
CLR. 
ALARM 
) to clear 
alarms. 
• Slate-blue PRINT ON/OFF key (further on marked with a symbol 
 
PRINT 
ON/OFF 
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2  LCD display containing 240x64 pixels
1
. The display area is divided into separate 
sections called windows. 
a 
b
c
 
a Terminal status window  it is one line high and shows the following 
data (from the left-hand side): 
•  short 12-character messages (e.g. on the editor’s pen or a MENU branch 
name), 
•  3-character typing mode (INSert , OVeRwrite ), 
•  setting of the 
© key (upper or lower case letters), 
• 
Y or « indicators, 
•  graphical cursor coordinates (while editing graphic files). 
b Operating window  it is five lines high; it is the main display window 
designed to display service MENU, parameters and messages, and to edit text 
files, etc. 
c Printer status window  it is on the right of the operating window; it is five lines 
high and displays data on the print head status in various printer modes - see 
section 4.3 Print Head Status. 
3  Alphanumerical keypad used to initiate control functions and to type letters or digits 
(characters). 
The keypad contains the following groups of keys for various purposes: 
Control keys 
such as: 
U  ¥  ¦  §  ¨  ©  « 
Y  V, and cursor (arrow) keys: ¢ 
¡ £ ¤. 
Number and symbol keys 
keys marked with digits 1, 2, ... , 9, 0. 
Alphabetical and symbol keys  
keys marked with letters A, B, C, ... , Z, other 
keys as = [ ] ; ' , . /  and 
ª. 
All characters specified above are available immediately after the corresponding key 
has been pressed. 
In order to input symbols that are marked in the top left corner of some keys the 
Y key needs to be pressed first. This applies to the following symbols: _ + { } : " 
< > ? | ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) . 
                                                     
 
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4.2.  Operating the Printer with Control MENU 
After the printer has been switched on, the control MENU is shown in the operating window 
on the terminal display. The MENU has a multilevel tree structure. Commands are executed 
directly at the lowest level. No action is initiated by moving from one menu branch to the 
other. Only the execution of a command initiates an action such as starting the printing, 
moving to the word processor, changing parameters, etc. 
 
Fig. 4.2.1.  Main MENU display on the terminal 
The first character (a digit or letter) of every MENU item corresponds to the so called hot key. 
When this key is pressed on the keypad, the cursor bar is positioned on the required item. 
The following keys are used to move within the MENU tree: 
£  Moves the cursor one menu item upwards. 
¤  Moves the cursor one menu item downwards. 
Y ¢ or  Y £   Move the cursor to the first item. 
Y ¡ or  Y ¤   Move the cursor bar to the last item. 
V  Moves to a lower level in the MENU (to the next MENU branch) or 
confirms the selection. 
U  Moves to a higher level in the MENU or cancels the selection. When you 
press the U key several times, it brings you back to the main MENU. 
NOTE: 
After a command has been confirmed with the V key, you may not be able to cancel it. 
Some commands are executed immediately. 
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TEXT SERVICE 
5 CLEAR LIBRARY 
6 READ LIBRARY 
4 DELETE TEXT 
3 COPY & EDIT 
7 LINK PARAMETERS 
2  CREATE NEW TEXT 
1  TEXT EDITION 
8 CREATE/CHANGE PASS 
MAIN MENU 
9 ACTIVATE PASSWORD 
PARAMETERS SERVICE 
PASSWORD
5  CLEAR PARAM.LIBRARY 
4  DELETE PARAM. BLOCK 
3  COPY & EDIT BLOCK 
2  CREATE NEW BLOCK 
1  EDIT PARAM. BLOCK 
The password is used only if it has been defined by the user 
before. The user has a possibility of protecting many commands 
from unauthorized access - see paragraph 4.4.1.9. Using  the 
Password. The password can be defined, modified and cancelled 
only in the TEXT SERVICE submenu. If all password characters 
have been deleted (with the 
¦ key), the password-based 
protection will be released. 
see next 
page
 
PASSWORD 
A UNIV.DATE REG. CONFIGURATION 
Z LIBRARY INFO 
1  TEXT SERVICE 
3  PRINTING 
5  AUX. COMMANDS 
6  BOTTLE INFORMATION 
4  SERVICE 
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AUX. COMMANDS 
5 TIME AND DATE 
PRINTING 
3  QUICK STOP 
4  PRINTING PARAMETERS
2  START PRINT 
1  STOP PRINTING 
5  SAVE CURRENT PARAM. 
Only some of the parameters can be modified 
during the printing. Others are only displayed. 
If the TEXT SERVICE branch MENU is protected by a 
user password, any modifications in a block of 
parameters, in the change counter or the global counter, 
and the reading of the global counter are only possible 
after the password has been typed. 
7  SET SHIFT COUNTER 
6  SHIFT COUNTER 
SERVICE 
PASSWORD 
This is a special service password that makes an 
extended set of service commands available. 
6 ACTIVITY TIME 
7 LANGUAGE 
8 UNLOCK PROTECTION 
A  SET GLOBAL COUNTER 
9  GLOBAL COUNTER 
C  PRINT SWITCH 
Vert. direct.  :  UP 
Space : 2,0 mm 
Text rpt.  :  1 
Rpt.dist. : 30,0 mm 
Direction : LEFT 
Height : 20 
Offset : 1 
Offset2 : 1 
Counter delta  :  1 
Row repetit.  :  1 
Intensity : 70 
Generator : GEN 
Resol.dot/dcm : 60 
Cnv spd m/min  :  10 
No of Clean Strokes  :  0 
Clean. period (sec)  :  300 
C  CONVEYER MEASUREMENTS 
D  OTHERS 
D  DISPLAY PRINTED TEXT 
1 OPTIONS 
G  PRINT & TXT CHANGE 
BOTTLE INFORMATION 
1 INK EXPIRE DATE 
3 PRINTER/INK TYPE 
5 INK LEVEL 
0  EDIT & PRINT CURRENT TEXT
B SOFTWARE OPTIONS 
6 DIAGNOSTICS 
8 REMOVE PROTECT TIME 
9 IMS 
V

ERSION 
B  PHOTO,SHAFT state 
4 READ ERRORS REPORT 
PASSWORD
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4.3.  Print Head Status 
There are several modes of the print head operation. The number and types of modes 
depend on the type of head that is connected to the controller. The mode and relevant 
parameters are described by the  print head status. The status is a set of print head 
parameters shown in the printer status window on the terminal display. 
p

rinter status window
p

rint head status
g

ra
p

hic dis
p

la
y

 
 Fig. 4.3.1. 
Characters shown in the status window have the following meaning: 
1.  The serial number of the printer is displayed on the first line. The characters „n=” are 
followed by four digits. They are the last digits of the printer controller number that is 
stamped on the back wall of the housing (in the name plate window). 
2.  On the second line, the characters „p=” are followed by a number that is the maximum 
height of the overprint (in other words, it is the number of independent nozzles within the 
print head). This value is read from the head each time the printer controller is started and 
it remains unchanged during operation. 
3.  The third line (one character) shows the print head status. The print head can be in one of 
the following modes: 
s (stop) the print head is ready to start the printing, 
p (print) the print head is performing the printing operation, which means the 
START PRINT or PRINT SWITCH commands have been selected 
4.  After the START PRINT command has been selected, another number is displayed on 
the fourth line (ending in „pix”). The number indicates the maximum amount of dots along 
the vertical direction (5, 7, 12, 16, 25, 32, 64 dots) within the current overprint. In other 
words, it is the actual overprint height. 
5.  The fifth line contains additional data. The individual characters have the following 
meaning: 
•  The first characters define the total number of nozzles (e.g. 5, 7, 12, 16, 25, 32, 
64) in the head. This parameter is updated on an on-going basis and its value 
should be the same as the maximum row height displayed on the second line of 
the status block. A difference between these values may show that some 
irregularities have occurred. 
•  The other part of the line shows the head subtype. This parameter depends on 
the method of how print intensity is controlled and is also updated on an on-going 
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NOTE: 
•  If the function key 
F4
 is pressed during the printing (i.e. following the START PRINT 
command), the name of a text file being printed is displayed (for about 1 second) rather 
than the text height. If the 
F4
 key is pressed several times, the file name is displayed 
for a longer time. 
•  If the user is allowed to use the printer for a limited period of time (under a separate 
contract), the first status line is displayed in inversion (light character on the dark 
background, e.g. 
). The printer stops operating automatically after the defined time 
limit has elapsed. 
4.4.  Controlling the Printer 
4.4.1. Text Files 
4.4.1.1.  Introduction to Text Files 
Any text file operations are grouped in the MENU branch TEXT SERVICE. 
NOTE: 
If the MENU branch TEXT SERVICE is protected with a user password, the operator is asked 
to type the password before the contents of the submenu are displayed. Further details on 
the user password are given in section 4.4.1.9 Using the Password. 
Text files are stored in a library in the printer memory. Each text file is identified by a name of 
up to 8 characters. The name can be built up of alphabetical (capital and small) letters, digits 
and some symbols except spaces, dots or characters such as:   / : * ? ” < > |  e.g. 12345678, 
AB#%CD&,  WEIGHT-5,  JUICES,  DATEtime,  Q1,  [email protected], etc. Text names and the 
arrangement of text names in the library enable the user to move through text files easily and 
find the right files without any problems. 
Every text file in the library can have the read only attribute assigned to it in order to prevent 
it from being deleted or modified by an unauthorised person. The read only attribute can be 
assigned to/removed from a single text file or all text files stored in the library. For more 
information refer to paragraph 4.4.1.7 Accessing the File Library. 
Some commands show the library contents in alphabetical order in the operating window of 
the display. 
 
The following facilities enable the user to move along the file directory freely: 
• the ¡¢¤£ keys to move the cursor from one name to the other, 
•  the leading character (a letter or digit) to move the cursor to the first name that starts 
with this character, 
• the Y¢ (HOME) or Y£ keys to move the cursor to the first name in the 
library, 
• the Y¡ (END) or Y¤ key to move the cursor to the last name in the library. 
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NOTE: 
If the printer memory is overflowed (with a lot of or very long text files or parameter blocks), 
the file names may not be arranged in alphabetical order and some facilities may not be 
effective. 
The files can be divided into two groups: 
´  simple text files, 
´  complex text files. 
The simple text files cover the following types of texts: 
´  a string of ASCII characters, 
´  a graphical image, 
´  a bar code, 
´  a subfile (another text called by its name). 
There is often a need to merge several text files into a more complex text. In every case you 
can create a complex text file from the very beginning or merge text files (hereinafter called 
the  subtexts) that already exist in the library, merging them by name. A file created by 
merging may be used as part of another file. 
NOTE: 
•  Once created, a text file remains in the printer memory even if the power supply 
has been switched off. A file can be deleted from the library. 
•  The maximal file length is restricted by the volume of the printer memory available. 
•  Up to 6 special registers
 can be used in a complex text file (see below). 
WORD PROCESSOR – A Description of Control Keys 
¢¡£¤ 
To navigate within a given subfile or between text files. 
Y  ¢¡ 
To move the cursor to the first or to the last character in an ASCII 
subfile 
Y  £¤ 
To move the entire subfile by one pixel (dot) upwards or downwards. 
«  
¢¡£¤ 
To create a new subfile in a given position in relation to the current 
subfile. 
¥ 
To switch between two character insertion modes: INSert/OVeRwrite. 
¦ 
To delete a character at the cursor position in a subfile. 
¨ 
To switch between national characters on the keypad. The selection is 
indicated in the terminal status window, for example K:POL. 
German characters  Polish characters 
indication: K:GER indication: K:POL 
character ä corresponds to  a characters ąĄ correspond to aA 
 ö   o  ćĆ   cC 
 ß   s  ęĘ   eE 
 ü   u  łŁ   lL 
 Ä   A  ńŃ   nN 
 Ö   O  óÓ   oO 
 ß   S  śŚ   sS 
 Ü   U  żŻ   xX 
      źŹ   zZ 
 
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§ 
To edit (modify) parameters of a subfile and to change the subfile type. 
«  ¦ 
To delete the entire subfile. 
«  V 
To edit a graphics subfile. 
U 
To cancel the edition (modification) of a current text. 
V 
To indicated the end of the edition (save the file in the library). 
« 
Q
 
To switch between two space display modes
2
. Spaces can be displayed 
as ⎡ (by default) or as blanks. Spaces are always printed as blanks no 
matter which display mode is active. 
4.4.1.2.  Opening and Editing a New File 
In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the CREATE NEW TEXT item, 
type in a subfile name consisting of up to eight characters and confirm. 
NOTE: 
If the file name exists in the library, the file appears on the terminal and can be edited. 
The word processor starts and various types of simple and complex files can be generated. 
The word processor opens an ASCII file, with the letter height set to the highest value by 
default. The file contains one space. Now you can use the keypad to input a text to be printed. 
A description of control keys is given in section 4.4.1.1 Introduction to Text Files paragraph 
WORD PROCESSOR – A Description of Control Keys. 
You can modify text file attributes or type by entering the subfile menu with the 
§ key. 
The first item in the subfile menu is Type. All subfile types available together with parameters 
and default settings are described later on in this document. 
The setting of each of the parameters can be modified with the ¡ and ¢ keys. The setting 
of a numerical parameter can also be input directly from the keypad and confirmed with the 
V key. 
For various simple text files (subfiles), subfiles are created in different ways. In the following 
paragraphs you will find a description of how to create and edit simple files of various types. 
On selecting the subfile type, setting file parameters and typing the file contents, the text file 
needs confirming or cancelling. 
Subfile type: TEKST – ASCII characters 
This simple text file (subfile) is a set of alphabetical characters. The standard word processor 
offers the Latin alphabet as ASCII characters. 
The characters are coded with matrices (or character generators), whose examples are given 
below  : 
MATRIX  EXAMPLE 
Latin 5x5 pixels 
Latin 7x5 pixels 
Latin 9x5 pixels 
 
Latin 16x10 pixels 
 
                                                     
 
2
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Latin 21x15 pixels 
 
Latin 25x15 pixels 
 
Latin 32x18 pixels 
 
Lat__5x5__ pixels 
Arab.Dg.7x5   pixels 
Cyrylic 7x6 pixels 
 
Cyryl.16x10 pixels 
 
Cyryl.25x19 pixels 
 
Spec 7 pixels 
Spec 16 pixels 
 
Terminal keys corresponding to the Spec 7 set of special characters 
ABCDE H J  M N O PQ T U other 
 
A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  J  M  N  O  P  Q  T  U  V  W other 
 Terminal keys corresponding to the 
Spec 16 set of special characters 
Spec 25 pixels 
 Terminal keys corresponding to the Spec 25 set of special characters 
A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M 
 
 Terminal keys corresponding to the Spec 25 set of special characters 
 
N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z other 
 
Latin 9x7 pixels 
Latin 11x8 pixels 
 
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When the § key is pressed in the word processor, parameter menu is displayed for your subfile. 
The parameters have the following meaning: 
PARAMETER  DESCRIPTION AND SETTINGS   DEFAULT 
Type : 
Subfile type. Any parameters shown below are typical for a Text 
subfile. 
subText, Graphic, Barcode, Ins. text 
Text 
Char. set  : 
Character generators for the above mentioned matrices (number 
and types of generators installed in the printer depend on the 
type of print head used and user requirements): 
  Latin 5x5,  Latin 7x5,  Latin 9x5,  Latin 16x10,
  Latin 25x15,  Latin 32x18,  Latin 21x15,  Cyrylic 25x19,
  Cyryl.16x10,  Cyrylic 7x6,  Arab.Dg.7x5,  Lat__5x5__,
  Spec 25,  Spec 16,  Spec 7,  Latin 9x7,
  Latin 11x8,  Latin 16x14,  Latin 64,Latin    
  
As high as 
possible 
Typeface : 
Files can be printed boldface or the printing of every vertical row 
will be repeated n times (n=2
÷15). 
Bold, Normal, Length *2, .... , Length *15 
Normal 
Distance : 
Distance (a number of dots) between characters in vertical rows. 
0, 1, 2, .... , 15 
2 
Rotation : 
Every character within a subfile can be rotated. 
None,  Right,  Upside down,   Left 
None 
Spec.reg. : 
The so called special register can also be used as a subfile. Its 
contents can vary during the printing - see section 
4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers. 
None,  Up counter,  Down count.,  Time, 
Date,   Spec. chan.,   Univ.count.,  Univ. date,
  Date+offs., 
Date+offs.2 
None 
Front dis  : 
Leading spacing before a subtext, given as a number of vertical 
rows (dots). 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
Back dist  : 
Ending spacing behind a subtext, given as a number of vertical 
rows (dots). 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
 
NOTE: 
•  Subfile parameters can be changed at any time during the edition (by pressing the 
§ key). 
•  Subfile type can be changed at any time during the edition (by pressing the 
§ key). 
When the type (and parameters) have been changed and confirmed, the previous 
subfile contents are erased. 
Subfile type: GRAPHICS 
A GRAPHICS subfile is a block of pixels (on the display) or dots (on the overprint) that are 
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When the § key is pressed in the word processor, parameter menu is displayed for your 
subfile. The parameters have the following meaning: 
PARAMETER  DESCRIPTION AND SETTINGS   DEFAULT 
Type : 
Subfile type. Any parameters shown below are typical for 
a Graphics subfile. 
Graphic, Barcode, Ins. text, subText 
Text 
Height : 
The maximum height (number of pixels) of a graphic block 
equals the maximum height Hmax of a printable vertical row. 
1, 2, 3, .... , Hmax 
Hmax 
Length : 
Expected length (number of pixels) of a graphic block. 
1, 2, 3, .... , 32767 
As set 
Front dis  : 
Blank space (number of vertical rows) before a graphic block. 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
Back dist  : 
Blank space (number of vertical rows) after a graphic block. 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
 
NOTE: 
•  Subfile parameters can be changed at any time during the edition of a Graphic (by 
pressing the 
§ key). 
•  After the edition of a graphic block has been completed, empty vertical rows on the 
right of the last non-blank row are deleted automatically. Therefore the block length 
changes and differs from the original setting. 
By pressing the «V keys you will move to the word processor, where every pixel 
can be inserted/erased. The image is magnified four times to make individual pixels more 
visible on the display. The graphic cursor coordinates are shown in the status window on the 
terminal display. A reference point is for them the top left corner
 of the graphic block. 
X: horizontal coordinate  Y: vertical coordinate. 
GRAPHIC PROCESSOR – A description of function keys 
ª 
To show in inversion (off/on) a point indicated by the cursor. 
¨ 
To switch between the editor pen modes: UP / SET / CLEAR. 
UP  lift up the pen, 
SET  set the pen in the >write< mode, 
CLEAR  set the pen in the >erase< mode. 
The pen status is displayed in the terminal status window. 
I 
To invert (enable/disable) every element of a graphic subfile 
irrespective of the pen state defined with the 
¨ key. 
¢¡£¤ 
To move the cursor right, left, up or down according to the pen 
mode. If the cursor is moved right, beyond the length limit, new 
vertical rows are inserted and the subfile length is modified. 
Y  ¢¡£¤ 
To move the cursor by 8 dots in the direction indicated by the 
arrow. 
¥ 
To insert an empty vertical row and move the following rows by 
one row to the right. 
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¦ 
To delete the vertical row where the cursor is and move the rows 
further on by one dot to the left. 
Y  ¥ 
To insert one blank horizontal row and move the below rows by 
one dot down (with no change in the subfile height). 
Y  ¦ 
To delete the horizontal row where the cursor is and move the 
downward rows by one dot up (with no change in the subfile 
height). 
V 
To confirm modifications and return to the word processor. 
U 
To cancel modifications and return to the word processor. 
Subfile type: BAR CODE 
A BAR CODE subfile is a bar-code block. The processor offers an option to create various 
barcodes defined by the applicable standards. 
When the 
§ key is pressed in the word processor, parameter menu is displayed for your 
subfile. The parameters have the following meaning: 
PARAMETER  DESCRIPTION AND SETTINGS   DEFAULT 
Type : 
Subfile type. Any parameters shown below are typical for a 
Bar Code subfile. 
Barcode, Ins. text, subText, Graphic 
Text 
Code : 
Bar code type: 
Datalogic,  Matrix,  2/5  5 Bars,  Interleaved, 
Code 39,  EAN-8,  EAN-13,   UPC-A, 
Kod 128,   EAN-128,   Kod 128B,  ITF8,   ITF14 
Datalogic 
Contents : 
Information stored in the bar code. It shall follow bar-code 
specific rules. 
e.g. 590069701766 for the EAN-13 bar code 
For the EAN-8 code input 7 characters (the 8
th
 one is 
calculated automatically). For EAN-13 input 12 characters 
(the 13
th
 one is calculated automatically). 
No value 
Height : 
The maximum bar height (a number of pixels) equals the 
maximum height of Hmax of a printable vertical row. 
1, 2, 3, .... , Hmax 
10, 11, 12, .... , Hmax for EAN-8 and EAN-13 
Hmax 
Elongat.X : 
Defines how many times the printing of a vertical row is 
repeated. It is used to scale the width of a bar code block. 
1, 2, 3, .... , 16 
1 
Corrector: 
Adjustment of the code bar thickness to space between bars 
ratio. It is used for highly hygroscopic surfaces. 
-3, -2, -1, 0 
0 
Spec.reg. : 
A bar code can be the so called special register (counter) - 
see section 4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers – Object 
Counters. 
None,  Up counter,  Down count.   Spec. chan. 
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Front dis  : 
A blank space (a number of vertical rows-dots) before a code 
block. 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
Back dist  : 
A blank space (a number of vertical rows-dots) after a bar 
code block. 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
An indication, whether a numerical caption is to be added 
beneath the bar code. 
5 pix,  7 pix,  NO 
The numerical caption is added only when the bar code
 
height exceeds 12 pixels. 
Signature : 
 
 
5 pix 
Sign.dist : 
A blank space (a number of vertical rows-dots) before a code 
block. 
1 pix,  2 pix 
1 pix 
An indication, whether a bar code is to be printed in inverted 
colours. 
YES,  NO 
When a bar code is printed in inversion, no bars are printed 
but only spaces are printed instead, and filled-in fields are 
added before and after the bar code. The inversion is used to 
print bar codes with white ink on a black background. 
NO 
Inversion : 
 
The EAN-13 bar code not in 
inversion, i.e. Inversion=NO  
(32pix.). 
 
The EAN-13 bar code in 
inversion, i.e. 
Inversion=YES  (32pix.). 
 
 
NOTE: 
•  Subfile parameters can be changed at any time during the edition of a Barcode subfile 
(by pressing the 
§ key). 
•  In some cases parameter ranges may be reduced to ensure the bar code standards 
are met and editing rules are followed. 
Subfile type: Text file Name 
Every file stored under its name in the library can be merged into another file as ‘a subfile 
called by its name’. The TEXT FILE NAME subfile is a simple or complex subfile. It cannot be 
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When the § key is pressed in the word processor, parameter menu is displayed for your 
subfile. The parameters have the following meaning: 
PARAMETER  DESCRIPTION AND SETTINGS   DEFAULT 
Type : 
Subfile type. Any parameters shown below are typical for 
a Ins. text subfile 
Ins. text, subText, Graphic, Barcode 
Text 
Text name  : 
Specify a name of a library-stored file. The file name can also 
be selected from the library by pressing the ¨ key. 
No values 
Front dis  : 
A blank space (a number of vertical rows) before a subfile 
that is called by its name. 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
Back dist  : 
A blank space (a number of vertical rows) after a subfile that 
is called by its name. 
0, 1, 2, 3, .... , 5000 
0 
 
NOTE: 
Subfile parameters can be changed during the edition of  Ins. text
 subfile at any time 
(by pressing the 
§ key). 
4.4.1.3.  Editing an Existing Subfile 
In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the TEXT EDITION item. 
After a text file has been selected from the library, a word processor starts running and you 
can edit the text file or its parameters. 
A description of control keys used by the processors is given in section 4.4.1.1 Introduction 
to Text Files, paragraph WORD PROCESSOR – A Description of Control Keys. For how 
to edit individual subfile types see section 4.4.1.2 Opening and Editing a New File. 
After the edition has been completed, confirm or cancel all modifications. 
4.4.1.4. Copying and Editing a Text file 
You can create a new text file by copying an existing file from the library and saving it with 
another name. In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the 
COPY & EDIT BLOCK item. 
The display shows the text file library from which you should select the name of a text file to 
be copied (see also section 4.4.1.1 Introduction to Text Files). 
Then input an up to eight-character name for the new file that has just been copied. 
If the new name exists in the library, the following message is displayed: *TEXT EXISTS*. 
After the file name has been typed, the word processor starts. The file is displayed on the 
terminal. It can be edited as described in section 4.4.1.3 Editing an Existing Subfile. 
4.4.1.5.  Deleting a Text file 
In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the DELETE TEXT item. 
The display shows the text file library from which you should select the name of a text file to 
be deleted and confirm the selection (see also section 4.4.1.1 Introduction to Text Files). 
When confirmed, the text file is deleted irretrievably
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4.4.1.6.  Deleting the File Library 
Deleting the library means deleting all text files that are stored in the printer’s memory. In 
the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the CLEAR LIBRARY item. 
When confirmed, the text files are deleted irretrievably
. 
4.4.1.7.  Accessing the File Library 
Reviewing the file library means reviewing all text files that are stored in the printer’s 
memory, together with parameter blocks assigned to them. In the main MENU select the 
TEXT SERVICE item and then the READ LIBRARY item. 
 
File and parameter-block names are displayed in the operating window in alphabetical order 
and separated with “:”.The window can be used not only to view text files but also to separate 
the parameter block from a text file selected and to assign/remove the read only attribute in 
order to prevent the text files from being deleted or modified by unauthorised persons. The 
text files with the read only attribute are marked with a “+” sign that precedes the file names. 
The text file attribute markers (“+” or “space”) are also displayed with the TEXT EDITION and 
COPY & EDIT commands but they cannot be modified with these commands. 
The following functions are available while the text files library is viewed: 
Terminal key
  Function 
¤£ 
To display the next/previous screen showing text file names. 
An alphabetical or numerical 
key  
To display the text file names starting from the first name 
that begins with a given character. 
Y¢ (HOME) lub 
Y£ 
To place the cursor on the first name in the library. 
Y¡ (END) lub 
Y¤ 
To place the cursor on the last name in the library. 
ª 
To assign/remove the read only attribute to/from a selected 
text file. The operation is available only when the service 
password is enabled. If the password level is too low, you 
will be asked for a password when you make an attempt to 
change the attribute. 
¥ 
To assign the read only attribute to every text in the library. 
The option is available only when the service password is 
enabled. If the password level is too low, you will be asked 
for a password when you make an attempt to change the 
attribute. 
¦ 
To remove the read only attribute from every text in the 
library. The option is available only when the service 
password is enabled. If the password level is too low, you 
will be asked for a password when you make an attempt to 
change the attribute. 
¨ 
To detach the parameter block from the text file previously 
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NOTE:  If no text files are defined in the library, the command is ignored. 
4.4.1.8.  Linking File Names with Parameter-block Names 
Certain print parameters need to be set during the printing (see section 4.4.3.4 Print 
Parameters). When you change the text to be printed (e.g. as the line of products to be 
labelled changes), the parameters need to be adjusted accordingly. Therefore it would be 
advisable to develop a tool that might enable you to do the following: 
´  Store print parameters for a given text file, 
´  Link the parameters stored with the text file to be printed, 
´ Set all parameters for the text file automatically just before the printing, after the 
print command has been chosen. 
A solution to meet the above requirements is offered by EBS printers. Every text file (that is 
stored in the library) can be linked with a parameter block and such a pair can be stored in the 
file library. To do this, follow the procedure below: 
In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the LINK PARAMETERS item. 
The display shows the text file library from which you should select a text file name (see also 
section  4.4.1.1 Introduction to Text Files). Then the parameter block library is displayed, 
from which you should select a parameter block name. 
Now the text file name is linked with the corresponding parameter-block name and the 
relevant information remains in the printer memory even if the power supply is switched off. 
For how to detach the parameter block from the a selected text file see paragraph 
4.4.1.7 Accessing the File Library. 
4.4.1.9.  Using the Password 
You can secure access to the following commands that are called protected commands 
further on: 
´  all commands in the menu branch TEXT SERVICE, 
´  all commands in the menu branch PARAMETERS SERVICE, 
´  commands in the menu branch PRINTING, such as: 
•  SAVE CURRENT PARAM., 
•  SET SHIFT COUNTER, 
•  GLOBAL COUNTER, 
•  SET GLOBAL COUNTER. 
The objective is to protect text files, parameter blocks and the object counter against 
accidental or deliberate access by unauthorised persons. 
This security feature is implemented by defining a password and enabling the password. Any 
access to the secured MENU commands is possible only after the password has been typed 
in. When the right password has been typed, the commands previously unavailable will 
become available until the password function is enabled again or the printer is turned off. 
When the password is defined, the password function is enabled automatically after the unit 
has been switch on. 
Defining a User Password 
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The request to type in a user password is displayed. Enter from 1 up to 8 characters and 
confirm, and then type in the password again in order to certify. The characters input are not 
displayed explicitly. Only asterisks (******) are shown on the display. 
If the password has already been defined, the CREATE/CHANGE PASS item will be followed 
by as many asterisks as the number of characters within the password is. 
Switching the Password Function On 
The password function is enabled to secure protected commands against any 
unauthorised use. The commands are not available until the password function is enabled. 
The password needs to be defined first. After the password function has been enabled
, any 
access to the menu branches and commands specified above will be preceded by a request 
to type the password. 
In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the ACTIVATE PASSWORD 
item. The password function is on from that moment on. 
Changing the User Password 
The user password can be changed at any time. In the main MENU select the 
TEXT SERVICE item and then the CREATE/CHANGE PASS item. 
 
The request to type in a user password is displayed. Enter from 1 up to 8 characters and 
confirm, and then type in the password again in order to certify. The characters input are not 
displayed explicitly. Only asterisks (******) are shown on the display. 
NOTE:  Note that the old password can only be modified (cancelled) when it has been 
defined to protect the TEXT SERVICE branch. Therefore no unauthorised 
person can modify (cancel) the password. 
Deleting the user password 
The user password used to secure the protected commands can be deleted. 
In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the CREATE/CHANGE PASS 
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The user password is displayed but not explicitly (only asterisks are seen on the display). 
Delete all characters with the 
¦ key. The system will confirm the action with the 
PASSWORD DELETED message and all security features are then removed. 
NOTE:  If the password has been forgotten, you can contact the Manufacturer 
(distributor) to cancel the password without entering the TEXT SERVICE 
branch - see section 4.4.5.6 Releasing Protections. 
4.4.1.10.  Using Special Registers 
Special registers are a specific type of ASCII subfile that are updated after each overprint 
has been made. The register settings can be changed with such events as changing date, 
changing time, detecting an object by a photodetector, receiving a signal from an external 
device such as scales. 
The Spec.reg. parameter indicates whether 
a given subfile is to be a text file or 
a special register. You can find it in the 
parameter menu of the word processor by 
pressing the 
§ key. 
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Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 25x15 
Typeface : Normal 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : None 
 
The Spec.reg. parameter defines the following special registers: 
None,  Up counter,  Down count.,  Time,  Date, 
Univ.count.,  Univ. date,  Date+offs.,  Date+offs.2,  Spec. chan. 
UWAGA: W jednym tekście złożonym możliwe jest użycie maksymalnie 6 rejestrów 
specjalnych. 
They are described in the following section. 
Object Counters 
The following counters are used to print a consecutive number on every object automatically: 
•  an incremental counter, 
•  a decremental counter. 
The counters are timed by a photodetector. An increment (varying from 1
÷9, in ascending or 
descending order) for both counters is set with the Counter delta parameter, which is 
available in the PRINTING PARAMETERS command within the submenu PRINTING. 
When you edit a subfile that is to be used as an object counter, insert into the subfile 
a number that consists of so many digits that the entire user-requested range is covered. The 
number is the initial counter setting. The number can be preceded and followed by any 
characters. 
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EXAMPLE: 
If number 056 has been put into the subfile, then: 
•  for the incremental counter – after 999 has been reached, the counter is cleared 
and the counting goes up from zero (056, 057, 058, ... , 
999, 000, 001, 002, etc.), 
•  for the decremental counter – after 000 has been reached, the counter is set to 
999 and the counting goes down to zero (056, 055, 
054, ... , 000, 999, 998, 997, etc.). 
NOTE: 
• The object counter register is also used to print bar codes. Then the bar codes are 
printed instead of consecutive numbers and the code corresponds to the consecutive 
number that is counted by the special register. See section 4.4.1.2 Opening  and 
Editing a New File, paragraph Subfile type: B
AR CODE. 
• The incremental counter special register can also count in the hexadecimal format. 
On selecting the Spec.reg.=Up counter parameter from the subfile parameter menu, 
press the 
§ key and then change the setting of the Counter type parameter from 
DEC (the default setting standing for counting in decimal form) to HEX. 
Date and Time 
The  Time register is used to print current time in the 24-hour system on objects 
automatically. 
The  Date register is used to print current date in the leap year system on objects 
automatically. 
The structure of date and time registers is similar. If you edit a subfile that is to be a time 
(date) register, follow the rules below: 
•  the time (date) register is built of up to 8 meaningful characters (6 digits to be 
updated and 2 separators), 
•  when the register is updated, data are input starting from a non-space character until 
8 defining characters are inserted or until another space or the end-of-subfile are 
encountered, 
•  every third character is treated as a separator; the separator can be any character, 
•  hours (day), minutes (month), seconds (year) are two-digit numbers and the 
separator is any non-space
3
 character, 
•  the register can contain less than 8 characters; then the characters are cut off on the 
right. 
EXAMPLE: 
Time is coded in the following way: 
Hours Separator Minutes Separator Seconds e.g. 00:00:00 or 13/44/56. 
Hours Separator Minutes e.g. 00:00 or 13/44, if seconds are not to be printed. 
Hours e.g. 00 or 13, if minutes or seconds are not to be 
printed. 
Date is coded in the following way: 
Day Separator Month Separator Year   e.g.  00.00.00 or 17/05/03. 
Day Separator Month e.g. 00.00 or 17/05, if year is not to be printed. 
Day e.g. 00 or 17, if month and year are not to be printed. 
For more date and time options see the universal date register below. 
                                                     
 
3
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Universal Counter 
The universal counter is a special counter to count objects that move before the print 
head. The counter is timed by a standard photodetector. The universal counter consists of 
two elements: 
•  main counter, 
•  auxiliary counter. 
The  main counter is always printed, while the auxiliary counter either can or cannot be 
printed. 
The  main counter setting changes only when the auxiliary counter has been 
overflowed! 
Therefore, when you edit a subfile that is to be a universal counter of objects, the subfile 
should contain the following: 
´  If the main and auxiliary counters are printed - two numbers (groups of digits) with 
so many digits as may be needed to cover the user-defined range. The groups 
must be separated with a separator that is different from a digit or space
. The first 
group is for the main counter, the second for the auxiliary counter. 
´  If the main counter is printed and auxiliary counter is not printed – one number 
(group of digits) with so many digits as may be needed to cover the user-defined 
range. The group of digits is for the main counter. The auxiliary counter setting is 
defined by the Cnt.value2 parameter - see below. 
The operation of two counters depends on the universal counter parameters. To access the 
parameters start the word processor and follow the procedure below: 
•  Position the cursor on the subfile that is a special register and press the § key 
on the terminal, 
•  Set the parameter Spec.reg.=Univ.count., 
•  Press the § key on the terminal again. The following universal counter 
parameters are displayed: 
Description Settings   
•  Print beg. - see below, 
CONTINUE, 
BEG.VALUE, 
MIN/MAX,
 
  
•  Mode - see below, 
Standard, 
Special 
  
•  Beg.value1  -  the initial setting 
4
*), 
•  Min.value1  -  the minimum setting *), 
•  Max.value1  -  the maximum setting, 
•  Cnt.delta1 - an increment, 
0 
÷ 4 294 967 295 
0 
÷ 4 294 967 295 
0 
÷ 4 294 967 295 
0 
÷ 255 
 
 
applies to the first 
element of the universal 
counter (main counter) 
•  Beg.value2  -  the initial setting, 
•  Min.value2 - the minimum setting, 
•  Max.value2  -  the maximum setting, 
•  Cnt.delta2 - an increment, 
•  Cnt.value2  - the current setting of the 
counter; it is vital for the auxiliary non-printable 
counter, 
0 
÷ 65 535 
0 
÷ 65 535 
0 
÷ 65 535 
0 
÷ 255 
0 
÷ 65 535 
 
 
applies to the second 
element of the universal 
counter (auxiliary 
counter) 
 
                                                      
4
 *)  The initial value of either counter can be preset only when the universal counter mode is set to Standard. If the mode is 
set to 
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Description Settings   
•  0 suppress  - Indication whether to hide 
leading zeros. If the setting is YES, the leading 
zeros are replaced with spaces in both parts, and 
both parts are moved to the separator.
 
YES,  NO 
  
•  Spc.Md.max - the number of photodetector 
activations for which unchanged settings of the 
main counter and auxiliary counter (a sub-
counter of the auxiliary counter for identical 
prints) are to be printed,
 
•  Spc.Md.cnt  - a continuation value for the 
Spc.Md.max parameter to be used after the 
printing has been resumed,
 
•  Pal.countr  - the number of packages on 
each pallet – it defines „a jump” by which the 
value of the main counter should be modified so 
that packages are numbered with consecutive 
numbers on the pallets.
 
0 ÷ 65 535 
0 
÷ 65 535 
0 
÷ 65 535 
 
 
available only for 
Mode=Special  
Two modes of the universal counter are available and are set with the Mode parameter. 
1)  Universal counter with the parameter Mode=Standard. 
The first value of the universal counter (i.e. after the START PRINT command) that is 
printed after the printing has been resumed depends on the Print beg. parameter. 
The parameter settings have the following meaning: 
•  CONTINUE – a consecutive value of the universal counter (as defined by other 
settings). The counting is resumed. A command sequence STOP PRINTING, 
START PRINT does not disturb the consecutive numbering, 
•  BEG.VALUE – both parts of the counter are set with two counter parameters 
Beg.value1, Beg.value2, respectively. The other counters count between the 
min. and max. settings. With this feature, the printing can be resumed at the point 
where it has been interrupted, for example, in order to add labels to some missing 
objects. 
•  MIN/MAX – both parts of the counter are set with two counter parameters 
Min.value1, Min.value2. 
NOTE: 
•  The (main, auxiliary) counter setting is increased when its minimum value is 
smaller than the maximum one. Otherwise it is decreased. 
•  The (main, auxiliary) counter is overflowed when you switch between its 
maximum and minimum settings. 
•  Each time you change the special register type to universal counter, all counter 
parameters are reset to their initial values, that is 
  Print beg.=CONTINUE,  Mode=Standard 
 Beg.value1=1,  Min.value1=1, 
  Max.value1=4 294 967 295,  Cnt.delta1=1, 
  Beg.value2=1,  Min.value2=1, 
  Max.value2=1,  Cnt.delta2=1, Cnt.value2=1, 
  0 suppress=NO. 
•  The overflow of the main or auxiliary counters can additionally be indicated by 
a change at the output of one of the printer’s external ports, and this can 
optionally be used to control external devices. 
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In this mode the Spc.Md.max, Spc.Md.cnt and Pal.countr parameters are not available and 
their values cannot be set. 
EXAMPLE 1: 
Creating a standard pallet counter. 
Assumptions: Packages moving on a factory conveyor are stored on a pallet in single 
layers, with 4
*
5=20 packages in each layer. Packages are placed on the pallet in A and B 
order and directions, as shown in the illustration. The pallets are put one onto the other in 
4 layers (C) on every shelving in the store. The packages need to be labelled in such 
a way that the pallet number and consecutive package number are printed on each pallet. 
When the printing is interrupted and then resumed, the consecutive number is printed. 
After 4 pallets (80 packages) have been labelled, the counter should be reset (i.e. set to 
its minimum setting) and the counting resumed. 
The text file to be printed contains a special register, that is a universal counter and the 
text 
000/000 typed via the keypad. Set the counter parameters to the following 
settings: 
Print beg.=CONTINUE,  Mode=Standard,  Beg.value1=1, 
Min.value1=1,  Max.value1=4,  Cnt.delta1=1, 
Beg.value2=1,  Min.value2=1,  Max.value2=20, 
Cnt.delta2=1,  Cnt.value2=1,  0 suppress=NO 
The following numbers are printed with the above settings: 
001/001, 001/002, ... , 001/020, 002/001, 002/002, ... , 002/020, 003/001, ...... , 004/019, 
004/020, 001/001, etc. 
NOTE:  If the numbering of packages has been disturbed for some reason during the 
printing, the printing can be stopped, the Print beg. parameter can be reset to 
BEG.VALUE, both counters can be reset to their initial settings (Beg.value1 
and Beg.value2) and the printing can be resumed. 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 001/ 001 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 001/ 005 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 001/ 009 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 001/ 013 
 000/ 020 
 000/ 019 
 000/ 018 
 001/ 017 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 002/ 001 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 002/ 005 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 002/ 009 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 002/ 013 
 000/ 020 
 000/ 019 
 000/ 018 
 002/ 017 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 003/ 001 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 003/ 005 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 003/ 009 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 003/ 013 
 000/ 020 
 000/ 019 
 000/ 018 
 003/ 017 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 004/ 001 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 004/ 005 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 004/ 009 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 004/ 013 
 000/ 020 
 000/ 019 
 000/ 018 
 004/ 017 
Order A, B and direction in which 
packages are stored on pallets 
A 
B 
C 
1
2
3 
4 
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 st
 
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 nd
 pallet 
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Direction in 
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hich pallets 
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 000/ 000 
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 001/ 001 
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 001/ 005 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
 001/ 009 
 000/ 000 
 000/ 000 
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 001/ 013 
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 pallet 
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2)  Universal counter with the parameter Mode=Special. 
Additional parameters of the universal counter are available in this mode. They are 
Spc.Md.max,  Spc.Md.cnt and Pal.countr – see the table above. With them the 
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on pallets or shelves in a hierarchical way is facilitated. In this mode the other 
parameters are similar to those used in the Standard mode except for the 
Beg.value1 and Beg.value2 parameters which are not available and therefore initial 
values of both counters of the universal counter cannot be set. In the Special mode 
initial values need to be changed by editing the contents (groups of digits separated 
by a separator)of a subtext of the universal counter. 
EXAMPLE 2: 
Creating a special counter allowing for peculiarity of product packing in a company. 
Assumptions: Small unit packages (products) moving sequentially on a factory conveyor 
are packed in fours into type I packages, then the type I packages are put in groups of 
64 into boxes (type II packages). The type II packages are stored on pallets in one layer, 
with 4
*
5=20 packages in the layer. The packages are arranged on the pallet in A, B order 
and in the direction as shown in the illustration below. The pallets are put one onto the 
other in 3 layers (C) on every shelving in the store. The unit packages need to be labelled 
in such a way that the type I and type II packages are clearly identified for each product. 
Therefore the type II package number (the main counter) and type I package number (the 
auxiliary counter) are printed on each unit package. All products in a type I packaging 
have the same label (the auxiliary counter). When the printing is interrupted and then 
resumed, the consecutive number is printed. After products on 3 pallets (4*64*60=15360 
packages) have been labelled, the counters need to be reset (i.e. set to their minimum 
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A, B order and the direction of placing 
type II packages on pallets 
A 
B
C 
Direction in 
which pallets 
are placed 
1
 st
 pallet
2
 nd
 pallet
3
 rd
 pallet
1
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st
 shelving  
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04/64
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/09 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/00 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/01 
04/64 04/5604/60 04/52 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/03 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/04 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/05 
04/48 04/4004/44 04/36 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/07 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/08 
04/04 04/04 04/04 04/09 
04/32 04/2404/28 04/20 
04/13 04/05 04/09 04/01 
04/14 04/06 04/10 04/02 
04/15 04/07 04/11 04/03 
04/16 04/0804/12 04/04 
04/64
04/64
04/64
04/46
4 unit packages labelled with 
the same numbers, 
print parameter Spc.Md.max=4 
04/64
04/64
04/64 
64 type I packages 
packed into a type II 
package Type II pack-
ages are placed on  
pallets 
type I 
type II 
04/63 
2
nd
 shelving 
Print 
head 
 
Value of the main  
counter (not printed 
on these packages)
value of the auxiliary 
counter 
(

 
Fig. 4.4.1.10.2. The operation of the universal counter used in Example 2 
A subtext needs to be embedded into the text to be printed on packages. It needs to be 
a universal counter-type special register. Its contents of 
20/64 should be typed via 
keyboard. The counter parameters should be set as follows: 
Print beg.=CONTINUE,  Mode=Special,  Min.value1=1, 
Max.value1=60,  Cnt.delta1=1,  Min.value2=64, 
Max.value2=1,  Cnt.delta2=1,  Cnt.value2=1, 
0 suppress=NO,  Spc.Md.max=4,  Spc.Md.cnt=1, 
Pal.countr=20 
When the above settings are made, the following labels are printed on each of the 
packages moving on a factory conveyor in front of the print head: 
20/64, 20/64, 20/64, 20/64, 20/63, ... , 20/02, 20/01, 20/01, 20/01, 20/01, 19/64, ... , 
01/02, 01/01, 01/01, 01/01, 01/01, 40/64, 40/64, 40/64, 40/64, 40/63, ... , 21/02, 
21/01, 21/01, 21/01, 21/01, 60/64, 60/64, 60/64, 60/64, 60/63, ... , 41/02,  
41/01, 41/01, 41/01, 41/01, 20/64, etc. 
and the counting is resumed 
NOTE:  If the numbering of packages has been disturbed for some reason during the 
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can be re-edited, a continuation value can be set with the Spc.Md.cnt parameter 
and the printing can be resumed. 
Universal Date and Time 
You can use a special register (Univ. date) in order to print current date and time (in 
various formats) on objects automatically. 
Below, there is a list of characters that can be used to encode date and time. Elements of 
the universal date register can be preceded, separated and followed by any characters 
different from the specified below. 
D  tens of days in the current date, 
A  units of days in the current date, 
M  tens of months in the current date, 
O  units of months in the current date, 
Y  tens of years in the current date, 
E  units of years in the current date, 
B  tens of hours of the current time, 
C  units of hours of the current time, 
I  tens of minutes of the current time, 
J  units of minutes of the current time, 
T  tens of seconds of the current time (option), 
U  units of seconds of the current time (option). 
NOTE:  During printing, the above mentioned date and time components (D, A, M, O, 
Y, E, B, C, I, J, T, U) are replaced with digits (0-9), as standard. It is also 
possible that an additional way of coding is used and the above mentioned 
date and time components are replaced with any characters available from 
the terminal keypad rather than with digits. The assignment is made in the 
submenu  TEXT SERVICE    UNIV.DATE REG. CONFIGURATION   
 DIGIT CODING. The same characters can be assigned to different digits. 
For example, the date of 24/10/2004, coded as DA/MO/20YE, can appear on 
a print as x$/HZ/20Z$, if the following assignments have been made: 0 => Z, 
1 => H, 2 => x, 4 => $.. 
W  tens of week-of-the-year number, 
K  tens of week-of-the-year number, 
a  number of week of the year coded with one character. The assignment is made in 
the submenus TEXT SERVICE    UNIV.DATE REG. CONFIGURATION   
 WEEK CODING (1 CHAR). 
y  tens of year of the current date by week-of-the-year number (e.g. if week 53 ends on 
5
th
 January next year, then 5
th
 January falls within the previous year’s week), 
e  units of year of the current date by week-of-the-year number, 
m  number of month printed with the following encoded letters: A B C D E F G H L M N 
P (corresponding to numbers from 1 to 12, respectively). The assignment can be 
changed in the submenus TEXT SERVICE  UNIV.DATE REG. CONFIGURATION 
 MONTH CODING (1 CHAR). 
P  hundreds of day-of-the-year number, 
Q  tens of day-of-the-year number, 
S  units of day-of-the-year number, 
N  number of day of the week (1- Monday, 2-Tuesday, ... , 7-Sunday), 
F  the first letter of the month, 
G  the second letter of the month, 
H  the third letter of the month, 
b  the number (between 0 and 23) of the hour of day of current time coded with a single 
character. The assignment of any character available via the terminal keypad to 
each hour of day is made in the submenu TEXT SERVICE   
UNIV.DATE REG. CONFIGURATION    HOUR CODING (1 CHAR). The same 
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Z  working shift identifier. Working shifts identified by numbers 1,  2 or 3 cover the 
following time periods as standard: 
1
st
 shift - from 6:00 to 14:00, 2
nd
 shift - from 14:00 to 22:00, 
3
rd
 shift - from 22:00 to 6:00, on every day of the week. 
A shift identifier can be set for each of up to 8 working shifts (within a 24-hour day), so 
can shift start and finish times for each shift separately on working days (from Monday to 
Friday) and on the other days (Saturday and Sunday). 
In order to change the settings select the item SHIFT DEFINITION from the submenu 
TEXT SERVICE   UNIV.DATE REG. CONFIGURATION. A list of additional parameters 
of the special register Universal date and time is displayed for the coding element Z of 
this register, that is for the shift identifier. This is where the following parameters can be 
modified. 
•  Any alphanumerical character available on the terminal keypad can be used as 
identifier. 
•  The shift start time needs to be specified as the sequence of hh:mm (hours:minutes). 
The shift times need to be specified in such a way that the following condition is met: 
the next shift needs to start later than the previous one. 
• If a character X is specified instead of a shift start time, it means that a given and 
subsequent shifts do not exist, and the identifier is printed in accordance with the 
previous shits’ parameter settings. 
NOTE: 
•  The shift identifiers and start times are global parameters in the printer. This means 
that every subfile in the text-file library that is a Universal Date and time special 
register and contains the Z element of the register uses the same set of shift 
identifiers and start times. 
•  The standard version does not support any update of tens or units of seconds 
(parts  T and U in the Univ. date register). When such function is supported, the 
printer processor is engaged frequently (every second) to update the text file and 
the maximum print rate might be reduced. 
EXAMPLE: 
When you define a subfile as a Univ. date special register and input the following 
characters ( stands for a space character): 
a)  DA.MO.20YE=DAFGH20YEBC:IJPQSWKNZ 
b)  EYOM/DZAF<PGQH>SC***BIJQ###SPW---NK 
then the following labels are printed on 12.01.2004 at 12:35:50: 
a)  12.01.2004=12 JAN 2004   12:35   012   02   6   1 
b)  4010/112J<0A1N>22***1350###120---62 
Expiry Date Registers 
In order to print automatically a future date that is shifted by a certain number of days 
from the current date, you can use two special registers Date+offs. and Date+offs.2 (expiry 
date registers). 
The offset (a number of days added to the current date in order to calculate the expiry date) is 
defined by two parameters, Offset (for the Date+offs. register) and Offset2 (for the 
Date+offs.2 register) in the PRINTING PARAMETERS command within the PRINTING 
menu. 
The structure of the Date+offs. and Date+offs.2 registers is similar to that of the Univ. date 
register (see special register - Universal date and time) and this means that individual 
parts of the date need to be coded with the characters (!) that are used in the Univ. date 
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EXAMPLE: 
The Date+offs. and Date+offs.2 registers can be coded in the following way: 
Day Separator Month Separator Year for example DA.MO.YE (a separator can 
be any character that is not used to code 
the date), 
Day Separator Month for example DA.MO, if year is not to be 
printed, 
Year Separator Month Separator Day  for example YE.MO.DA. 
Any combination of coding characters defined for the Univ. date  register can be 
used. 
Data from Special Channel 
The special channel is used to transfer data from peripherals (such as a computer, 
automatic scales, bar code reader) to the printer. The data can be printed automatically via 
a special register called special channel. 
While editing a subfile that is the special channel register, insert to the subfile as many 
characters (they can be any characters) as the peripheral may transfer. The purpose is to 
define the register length
. During the printing the characters are replaced with special channel 
data in the following way: 
•  If the number of characters transmitted from the special channel is smaller that the 
register length, additional spaces added on the right side, 
•  If the number of characters transmitted from the special channel is greater that the 
register length, the excessive number of characters is cut off on the right side. 
EXAMPLE: 
The printer is connected with automatic scales and the subfile has been defined as 
the Spec. chan. register. The subfile contains, for example: 
  XXXXXXXXXX or  1234567890 
When the following data are transferred from the scales:  "netto: 75g", 
     "netto: 1250g" 
the subfile is printed as follows: 
netto: 75g  the entire text is printed. 
netto: 125  the text is shortened as this register is only 
10 characters long. 
4.4.2.  Using Print-parameter Blocks 
Operations on parameter blocks are available in the PARAMETERS SERVICE menu. 
NOTE: 
If the MENU branch TEXT SERVICE is protected with a user password (!), you are asked to 
type the password before the PARAMETERS SERVICE submenu is displayed. For details on 
how to use the user password see section 4.4.1.9 Using the Password. 
Parameter blocks are stored in a library in the printer memory. Each block goes with an up to 
eight-character name. The name can contain alphabetical small and block letters, digits and 
some other characters except spaces, dots and characters such as:   / : * ? ” < > |, for 
example,  12345678,  AB#%CD&,  WEIGHT-5,  JUICES,  DATEtime,  Q1,  [email protected],  W$%S, 
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to it to prevent it from being deleted or modified by an unauthorised person. The read only 
attribute can be assigned to/removed from a single parameter block or all block in the library. 
For more information refer to paragraph 4.4.2.6 Accessing the Parameter Block Library. 
Block names are arranged in alphabetical order. The following facilities enable the user to 
move along the block directory freely: 
• the ¡¢¤£ keys to move the cursor from one block name to the other, 
•  the leading character (a letter or digit) to move the cursor to the first name that starts 
with this character, 
• the Y¢ (HOME) or Y£ keys to move the cursor to the first name in the 
library, 
• the Y¡ (END) or Y¤ key to move the cursor to the last name in the library. 
NOTE: 
If the printer memory is overfilled (with a lot of or very long text files or parameter blocks), the 
parameter-block names may not be arranged in alphabetical order and some facilities may 
not be effective. 
4.4.2.1.  Creating and Editing a New Parameter Block 
In the main MENU select the PARAMETERS SERVICE item and then the 
CREATE NEW BLOCK item, type in a block name consisting of up to eight 
characters and confirm. 
NOTE: 
•  If the block name already exists in the library, the parameters are displayed on 
the terminal and can be edited. 
•  Once the parameter block has been created, it remains in the printer 
memory even after power supply has been switched off. The block can be 
deleted. 
After the name has been typed in, a parameter processor is used to input settings. All 
parameters in the parameter menu have their default settings
5
. Any modifications (for 
modifications see below) need to be confirmed and then a new parameter block with 
the user-defined name is formed in the library. 
For linking parameter blocks with subfiles see section 4.4.1.8 Linking File Names 
with Parameter-block Names. 
Modifying Parameters 
The following keys help you to move along the parameter list or to modify 
settings: 
´ the ¤ and £ keys move the cursor to parameter fields. 
´ the Y¢ (HOME) or Y£ keys position the cursor on the first parameter 
setting, 
´ the Y¡ (END) or Y¤ keys position the cursor on the last parameter 
setting. 
Changes to the settings of each of the parameters are made with the ¡ and ¢ 
keys. Numerical settings can also be input directly from the keypad and confirmed 
with the V key. 
                                                     
 
5
Default setting – initial setting suggested by the Manufacturer. 
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NOTE: 
The creation or edition of a parameter block have no impact on current settings - see 
section 4.4.3.4 Print Parameters. 
4.4.2.2.  Editing Existing Blocks of Parameters 
In the main MENU select the PARAMETERS SERVICE item and then the 
EDIT PARAM. BLOCK item. 
The display shows the parameter block library from which a block name should be 
selected (see also section 4.4.2 Using Print-parameter Blocks). 
The parameter block processor starts running and you can modify the parameter 
settings. After the settings have been modified and the modifications confirmed, the 
parameter block is stored in the library. 
For linking parameter blocks with subfiles see section 4.4.1.8 Linking File Names 
with Parameter-block Names. 
NOTE: 
The edition or modification of a parameter block have no impact on current settings. 
For details see section 4.4.3.4 Print Parameters. 
4.4.2.3.  Copying and Editing Blocks of Parameter 
You can create a new block of parameters by copying an existing block and 
saving it with a different name. In the main MENU select the 
PARAMETERS SERVICE item and then the COPY & EDIT BLOCK item. 
The display shows the parameter block library from which you should select the name 
of the block to be copied (see also section 4.4.2 Using Print-parameter Blocks). 
Type a name (up to eight characters) and confirm the name by pressing the 
V 
key. 
If the newly typed block name already exists in the library, the 
BLOCK NAME EXISTS message is displayed: 
The parameter processor starts running and the settings can be edited. The process 
goes in the same way as described in section 4.4.2.2 Editing Existing Blocks of 
Parameters. 
4.4.2.4.  Deleting a Block of Parameters 
In the main MENU select the PARAMETERS SERVICE item and then the 
DELETE PARAM. BLOCK item. 
The display shows the parameter block library from which you should select the name 
of a block to be deleted, and then confirm the selection (see also section 4.4.2 Using 
Print-parameter Blocks). 
NOTE:  Once deleted the block cannot be restored. 
4.4.2.5.  Deleting the Parameter-block Library 
If you delete the block library, it means that all parameter blocks contained in the 
printer’s memory are deleted. In the main MENU select the 
PARAMETERS SERVICE item and then the CLEAR PARAM.LIBRARY item. 
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When confirmed, the parameter blocks are deleted irretrievably. 
4.4.2.6.  Accessing the Parameter Block Library 
Viewing the parameter library means viewing all parameter blocks stored in the 
printer’s memory. In the main MENU select the PARAMETERS SERVICE item and 
then the READ LIBRARY item. 
 
The names of parameter blocks are displayed in the terminal’s operating window in 
alphabetical order. In this window you can view parameter blocks, assign the read 
only attribute to the blocks to protect the blocks from being deleted or modified by 
unauthorised persons and also remove the attribute. The blocks with the read only 
attribute assigned to them are marked with a “+” sign that precedes the block names. 
The attribute markers (“+” or “space”) are also displayed with the 
EDIT PARAM. BLOCK and COPY & EDIT BLOCK commands but they cannot be 
modified with these commands. 
The following functions are available while the parameter block library is viewed: 
Terminal key
  Function 
¤£¢¡ 
Moving the cursor along the names of parameter blocks. 
An alphabetical or 
numerical key  
To display the parameter block names starting from the 
first name that begins with a given character. 
Y¢ (HOME) 
lub 
Y£ 
To place the cursor on the first name in the library. 
Y¡ (END) lub 
Y¤ 
To place the cursor on the last name in the library. 
ª 
To assign/remove the read only attribute to/from 
a selected parameter block. The operation is available 
only when the service password is enabled. If the 
password level is too low, you will be asked for 
a password when you make an attempt to change the 
attribute. 
¥ 
To assign the read only attribute to every block in the 
library. The option is available only when the service 
password is enabled. If the password level is too low, you 
will be asked for a password when you make an attempt 
to change the attribute. 
¦ 
To remove the read only attribute from every block in the 
library. The option is available only when the service 
password is enabled. If the password level is too low, you 
will be asked for a password when you make an attempt 
to change the attribute. 
 
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4.4.3. Printing 
4.4.3.1.  Stopping the Printing 
The printing can be terminated in two parallel and independent ways: 
• With the STOP PRINTING command selected on the terminal. 
• With the PRINT ON/OFF key on the operation-panel function pad (when the key 
is pressed, the STOP PRINTING command is executed). The key can be used no 
matter where the cursor is positioned within the control menu (for example, you 
can stop the printing while editing a subfile). 
To stop the printing follow the procedure below. 
In the main MENU select the PRINTING item and then the STOP PRINTING item. 
or 
Press the PRINT ON/OFF key on the operation panel. 
If the command is selected while the printer is in the print mode, the current print job 
finishes and no other label is printed. The printer switches to the stop mode. 
If the printing is to be interrupted immediately (the current print job is not to be 
completed), use the QUICK STOP command 
4.4.3.2.  Starting the Printing 
The printing can be initiated in two parallel and independent ways: 
• With the START PRINT command selected on the terminal. 
• With the PRINT ON/OFF key on the operation-panel function pad. When the key 
is pressed, the latest subfile is printed. The key can be used no matter where the 
cursor is positioned within the control menu (for example, you can start the 
printing while editing a subfile). 
The printing is started in the following way. In the main MENU select the PRINTING 
item and then the START PRINT item. 
 
You are prompted to specify a text file name. Type in an up to 8-character name and 
confirm, or alternatively, you can press the 
¨ key. 
 
The display shows the text file library from which you should select the name of a text 
file to be printed (selection facilities are described in section 4.4.1.1 Introduction to 
Text Files). 
If the printer is ready to print (the stop mode), then the printing starts as soon as the 
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NOTE: 
•  If the message CHANNEL ACTIVE is displayed after the START PRINT 
command has been selected, this means that the printer is in the 
print mode. 
Stop the printing (with the STOP PRINTING or QUICK STOP commands) and 
repeat the START PRINT command. 
•  If the message TEXT NAME DOES NOT EXIST is displayed after the 
START PRINT command has been selected, this means that the subfile name 
does not exist in the library. 
  
4.4.3.3. Quick Stopping the Printing 
If the printing is stopped in the regular mode, the current print job is always 
finished to the end. However, a need may arise to stop printing immediately 
regardless of the state of the print job. 
The printing is interrupted in the following way. In the main MENU select the 
PRINTING item and then the QUICK STOP item. 
If the command is selected while the printer is in the print mode, the printing is 
interrupted and any further printing is suppressed. The printer switches to the stop 
mode. 
If the printing is to be stopped but the current print job is to be finished, use the 
STOP PRINTING command. 
4.4.3.4. Print Parameters 
With  EBS printers you can make overprints on objects with a wide range of 
shapes and sizes. The objects can be moved in their normal position or “upside 
down”, automatically or manually, in front of the print head at various speeds and in 
any direction (left or right). Character height, width, thickness, number of repetitions 
and many other print parameters can be modified to fit your requirements. 
The following parameters can be modified: 
Vertical Direction, 
Initial Distance, 
Number of Repetitions, 
Distance Between Overprints, 
Horizontal Direction, 
Overprint Height, 
Date Offset 1, 
Date Offset 2, 
Counter Increment, 
Row Repetition, 
Ink drop Intensity, 
Timing Mode, 
Character Resolution, 
Conveyor travel speed (for an internal 
generator) or Number of Pulses Generated 
by External Encoder (for an external SHAFT-
ENCODER), 
Number of purging rows during the 
automatic nozzle-purge procedure, 
Purge period during the automatic nozzle-
purge  
Overprints are made with the adoption of current parameters that might differ from 
those stored in the parameter-block library (see section 4.4.2 Using Print-parameter 
Blocks). The current settings decide what is printed on real objects. 
The current parameters (called parameters further on) can be modified in the 
following way: 
´ Before the START PRINT command has been selected (the stop mode) you can 
modify all parameters that are available for the PRINTING PARAMETERS 
command in the PRINTING menu. The file to be printed may not be linked with 
any parameter block. 
´ In the print mode (after the START PRINT command has been selected) you can 
modify the major part of parameters (but not all of them), which are available for 
the PRINTING PARAMETERS command. 
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´ When a file together with a parameter block linked to it are selected in the 
START PRINT command, the settings from the block are valid. The parameters 
can be modified during the printing. 
Modifying Print Parameters 
Default settings for print parameters are as follows: 
 
Vert. direct.  UP 
 
Space  2.0 mm 
 
Text rpt.
  1 
 
Rpt.dist.
  30.0 mm 
 
Direction  LEFT 
 
Height
 
the maximum for 
a given head type 
 
Offset
  1 
 
Offset2  1 
 
Counter delta
  1 
 
Row repetit.  1 
 
Intensity
  70 
 
Generator  GEN 
 
Resol.dot/dcm  60 
 
Cnv spd m/min or
 
10 
Only when 
Generator=GEN or 
Enc const p/m
  10000 
Only when 
Generator=SHAFT 
No of Clean Strokes  0 
 
Clean. period (sec)  300 
 
 
The following keys help you to move along the parameter list or modify 
settings: 
´ the ¤ and £ keys move the cursor to parameter fields. 
´ the Y¢ (HOME) or Y£ keys position the cursor on the first parameter 
setting, 
´ the Y¡ (END) or Y¤ keys position the cursor on the last parameter 
setting. 
The setting of each of the parameters can be modified with the ¡ and ¢ keys. The 
setting of a numerical parameter can also be input directly from the keypad and 
confirmed with the V key. 
Below there is a detailed description of print parameters, range of settings, default 
settings and an indication whether the parameter can be modified during the printing. 
A detailed description of the print parameters
 (according to pattern shown in the table 
below) is give further in this document. 
 
1 
Parameter name 
displayed in the 
parameter menu 
2  Range of settings 
3 Default setting 
4 
Can it be modified 
during printing? 
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Vertical Direction 
1 
Vert. direct. 
2  UP,DOWN 
3 
UP 
4 YES 
The parameter defines two modes of printing in the vertical 
direction: normal or "upside down". It is useful when the object 
labelled is reversed. 
 
"NORM." DIRECTION OF PRINTING 
PRINT HEAD 
 
Fig. 4.4.3.4.1. 
Initial Distance 
1 
Space 
2 
0,0 ; 0,1 ; ... ; 6553,5 
mm 
3 2,0 mm 
4 YES 
The parameter defines the distance given in millimetres, from 
the point where the photo detector has been activated to the 
point where printing of a text file should start. During printing 
the distance is measured off properly provided that the settings 
of the Cnv spd m/min parameter (for Generator=GEN) and 
the  Enc const p/m parameter (for Generator=SHAFT) 
correspond to real measurements taken at the print place. It 
enables a user to adjust the print position in relation to the edge 
of the object to be labelled. 
 
Number of Repetitions 
1 
Text rpt. 
2 
1, 2, 3, ... , 65534, 
CONTIN. 
3 1 
4 YES 
The parameter defines how many times the overprint is to be 
made after the photo detector has been activated, from the 
point where the overprint begins. It is used to print a subfile on 
an object many times. For continuous objects such as cables, 
hoses or tubes you can set continual printing. Distance 
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Distance Between Overprints 
1 
Rpt.dist. 
2 
0,0 ;0,1 ; ... , 6553,5 
mm 
3 30,0 mm 
4 YES 
The parameter defines the distance given in millimetres 
between the beginnings of texts
 when they are printed 
repeatedly (Text rpt.>1). During printing the distance is 
measured off properly provided that the settings of the 
Cnv spd m/min parameter (for Generator=GEN) and the 
Enc const p/m parameter (for Generator=SHAFT) correspond 
to real measurements taken at the print place. 
 
NOTE: 
If the distance set with the Rpt.dist. parameter is smaller than the length (number of rows) 
of overprints, the overprints are separated with four blank rows. 
Horizontal Direction 
1 
Direction 
2  LEFT, RIGHT 
3 
LEFT 
4 YES 
The parameter defines in which direction, left or right, objects 
move in front of the print head. With this setting, the printer 
makes overprints in the horizontal direction to ensure the 
overprints are clearly visible. The direction is defined when 
looking from the head. 
 
OBJECTS MOVE "LEFT"  
PRINT HEAD 
 
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Overprint Height 
The overprint height can only be changed by turning the head around the axis that is 
perpendicular to the object. When the head is turned, the distance (in vertical direction) 
between drops reduces and therefore the total overprint height is smaller. 
Maximum height after the turning
Height after the turning
Turning of the head
 
1 
Height 
2 
From the maximum height (
the head is not turned) 
to the minimum one (to ensure the overprints are 
still visible
) 
for a 12-nozzle electromagnetic head the overprints 
can be 20, 14, 9, 6, 5 mm high. 
3  Maximum for unturned head 
4 NO 
The parameter defines the print 
height. 
Moments when ink drops are jetted are calculated and adjusted in order to ensure that rows 
are printed vertically and the proportion of character width to height is maintained for the 
entire overprint. Therefore the range of turning angles is restricted. Every turning angle 
corresponds to a different overprint height. The height is defined by the Height parameter and 
it is measured in millimetres. The height relates to the entire overprint, no matter how the 
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NOTE: 
•  If the height setting differs from the maximum setting, there is a close relation between 
the following three items: turning angle, Resol.dot/dcm and Cnv spd m/min. If any of 
them change, vertical rows slant left or right. To ensure that the vertical rows are 
printed vertically, i.e. at no angle, follow the procedure below: 
  -  at first adjust the turning angle to ensure that the real overprint height (that is the 
distance between the lowest and the highest dot) is the same as the height set with 
the Height parameter. 
  -  then modify the Resol.dot/dcm and Cnv spd m/min parameters to „straighten out” 
vertical rows. 
•  The overprint height cannot be adjusted by changing the distance between the head 
and objects. 
•  The target height of a text printed with a turned print head depends on the following: 
  -  the diameter of print-head nozzles, 
  -  the type of ink, 
  -  the pressure of air in the print head, 
  -  the absorption of the surface labelled. 
-  the setting of the print parameter Intensity. 
 
 
Date Offset 
1 
Offset, Offset2 
2  0, 1, 2, 3, ... , 9999 
3 1 
4 YES 
The parameter defines a number of days to be added to the 
current date in order to calculate the so-called expiry date. 
There are two offset parameters: Offset and Offset2. The 
expiry date register is a special register Date+offs. or 
Date+offs.2, where the above parameters are used - see also 
section 4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers. 
Counter Increment 
1 
Counter delta 
2  1, 2, 3, ... , 9 
3 1 
4 YES 
The parameter is a number added to an incremental counter or 
subtracted from a decremental counter. The incremental or 
decremental counters are special registers where the 
Counter delta parameter is used- see also section 
4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers. 
Row Repetition 
1 
Row repetit. 
2  1, 2, 3, ... , 10 
3 1 
4 NO 
The parameter defines how many times each vertical row 
should be printed to get the overprint. It applies to the entire 
text file, no matter how the file has been created, what its 
contents are and how many times individual subfiles are to be 
repeated. The possibility to increase the row repetition is 
useful, especially when prints are made on porous surfaces or 
the surfaces that become soaked easily, in order to increase 
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Ink drop Intensity 
 
1 
Intensity 
2  50, 51, 52, ... , 255 
3 70 
4 YES 
You can change the intensity of ink drops. This parameter 
affects the size (volume) of ink drops that are jetted out of the 
print head. The effect of the increased intensity are a larger dot 
diameter and higher saturation of the ink colour on the 
overprint. 
 
UWAGA: 
•  Any increase in the intensity increases ink consumption. 
•  The setting range for the Intensity parameter is limited but not only to what is specified 
in the table above. The real setting is controlled by the control program and may be 
restricted by settings made for other print parameters. The system is automatically 
protected against an excessive print speed setting. Therefore it may happen that some 
settings are not accepted. 
 
Timing Mode 
1 
Generator 
2  GEN, SHAFT 
3 
GEN 
4 NO 
The print rate is controlled by an internal generator or a shaft-
encoder. The internal generator (or shaft-encoder) is 
responsible for proper timing, that is for deciding when vertical 
rows should be printed. The Generator parameter is used to 
select the timing source - see also section 4.6 Adjusting the 
Print Rate. 
Character Resolution 
1 
Resol.dot/dcm 
2  1, 2, 3, ... , 400 
3 60 
4 YES 
The parameter decides how visible characters and symbols are 
after they have been printed. It defines image resolution, which 
is a number of drops per decimetre. A visual effect of 
a change in the Resol.dot/dcm parameter is a change in the 
width of characters and the length of the entire overprint - see 
also section 4.6 Adjusting the Print Rate. 
 
NOTE: 
•  The setting range for the Resol.dot/dcm parameter is limited but not only to what is 
specified in the table above. The real setting is controlled by the control program and 
may be restricted by settings in other print parameters. The system is automatically 
protected against an excessive print speed setting. Therefore it may happen that 
some settings are not accepted. 
•  When the print head is slanted at a certain angle, i.e. the setting of the Height 
parameter is smaller that the maximum height, the Resol.dot/dcm parameter is 
additionally restricted to the settings that ensure vertical direction of rows on 
overprints. A prerequisite is that the Cnv spd m/min parameter should be set to the 
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Conveyor travel speed 
1 
Cnv spd m/min 
2  0,1 ; 0,2 ; ... ; 2500 
3 10,0 
4 YES 
Overprints are printed clearly visible when the row print 
frequency matches the conveyor travel speed. To ensure the 
matching, set the Cnv spd m/min parameter with an 
appropriate value of the conveyor travel speed. The parameter 
is measured in a number of meters travelled by the conveyor 
during a minute. 
The travel speed can also be measured with a service 
command  CONVEYER MEASUREMENTS - see also section 
4.4.4.1 Defining Some Print Parameters with the Conveyor 
Travel Speed and 4.6 Adjusting the Print Rate. 
 
 
NOTE: 
The setting range for the Cnv spd m/min parameter is limited but not only to what is 
specified in the table above. The real setting is controlled by the control program and may 
be restricted by settings in other print parameters. The system is automatically protected 
against an excessive print speed setting. Therefore it may happen that some settings are 
not accepted. 
Number of Pulses Generated by External Encoder 
1 
Enc const p/m 
2 
50, 51, 52, ... , 
300000 
3 10000 
4 YES 
The shaft-encoder, a travel speed indicator is mechanically 
coupled with the conveyor and provides timing pulses that 
ensure proper printing. The number of timing pulses depends 
on the encoder type and on the transmission gear between the 
encoder and conveyor. The Enc const p/m parameter is 
a number of encoder pulses per unit distance (1 metre) that is 
covered by moving objects. It can also be measured with 
a service command CONVEYER MEASUREMENTS - see also 
section  4.4.4.1 Defining Some Print Parameters with the 
Conveyor Travel Speed and 4.6 Adjusting the Print Rate. 
Number of purging rows during the automatic nozzle-purge procedure 
1 
No of Clean Strokes 
2  0, 1; 2; ... ; 15 
3 0 
4 YES 
If no print has been made for a longer time, it may happen that 
dots of various sizes appear in the first rows to be printed when 
printing is resumed. The No of Clean Strokes print parameter 
defines the number of full rows to be printed to purge the 
nozzles. Such rows are inserted in place of space before a text 
(the space is defined by the Space parameter). The time which 
elapsed from the moment the last print was made and after 
which the automating nozzle-purge procedure is followed is 
defined by the Clean. period (sec) parameter. If the 
No of Clean Strokes parameter is set to 0, the automatic 
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Purge period during the automatic nozzle-purge procedure 
1 
Clean. period (sec) 
2  20, 21; 22; ... ; 4095 
3 300 
4 YES 
The  Clean. period (sec) parameter defines the time 
(in seconds) which has elapsed since the last print was made 
and after which the automatic nozzle-purge procedure should 
start. If the time defined with the Clean. period (sec) 
parameter expires before a successive print is made, the 
purging rows are printed, with the number of such rows being 
defined with the No of Clean Strokes parameter. If 
a successive text is due for printing during the purging 
procedure, the procedure is interrupted and the text is printed. 
 
NOTE: 
•  The automatic nozzle-purge function does not change the space between texts to be 
printed because the purging rows are inserted only in place of the space. 
•  No ending or resumption of printing has any impact on the counting of time defined 
with the Clean. period (sec) parameter. 
•  At lease two empty rows are always placed before the first character of a text. 
4.4.3.5.  Saving Current Parameters in a Block 
Some print parameters can be modified during the printing to customise them to 
your needs. The modified parameters can be introduced to the block library with their 
names and saved in the printer memory. 
In the main MENU select the PRINTING item and then the 
SAVE CURRENT PARAM. item. 
 
You are prompted to specify the name of a block where the parameters are to be 
saved. Type in an up to 8-character block name and confirm, or alternatively, you can 
press the 
¨ key. 
 
The display shows the parameter block library from which you should select the name 
of a parameter block and save the parameters under this name (for a description of 
block selection facilities see section 4.4.1.1 Introduction to Text Files). 
On selecting an existing name you have to decide whether you wish to overwrite the 
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NOTE: 
•  If the menu branch TEXT SERVICE is protected with a user password, the 
SAVE CURRENT PARAM. command is followed by a request to type the 
password. For details on using the user password see section 4.4.1.9 Using 
the Password. 
•  When the name of a nonexistent block has been typed, a new block is 
created. 
•  When the name of an existent block has been typed, the block is replaced 
with new parameters (after this has been confirmed). 
4.4.3.6.  Controlling Object Counters 
The printer can count the objects it labels. Each time the photo detector is 
activated, the object counter is incremented by 1. The counter can be reset or set to 
any initial setting at any time. 
The printer is supplied with two separate object counters. 
A change  counter, which can be viewed at any time, but modifications can be 
controlled with a user password. Any modification (in particular resetting to zero) does 
not affect the global counter. 
A global  counter, which is protected with a user password against unauthorised 
access or modifications. Any modification (in particular resetting to zero) does not 
affect the change counter. 
Accessing object counters 
In order to access an object counter follow the procedure below. In the main 
MENU select the PRINTING item and then the SHIFT COUNTER or the 
GLOBAL COUNTER item. 
 or 
 
The current setting of the object counter is displayed. Each time the photodetector is 
activated, the object counter setting is increased by 1 and this can be viewed on the 
display. Press any key to get back to the main menu. 
Modifying Object Counters 
In order to modify an object counter follow the procedure below. In the main 
MENU select the PRINTING item and then the SET SHIFT COUNTER or the 
SET GLOBAL COUNTER item. 
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The current setting of the object counter is displayed. Each time the photodetector is 
activated during the printing, the object counter setting is increased by 1 and this can 
be viewed on the display. 
Input the required setting and confirm or press any key (different from numerical 
keys), if you wish to leave the counter unchanged. 
In particular, if you set the counter to 0 (zero), it is cleared. 
NOTE: 
If the menu branch TEXT SERVICE is protected with a user password, then 
a request to type the password appears before the global counter setting is 
displayed or before the global or change counters are made available to 
modifications. For details on using the user password see section 4.4.1.9 Using 
the Password. 
4.4.3.7. Printing with the use of a code switch 
In order to change the text file during the printing, select the following sequence 
as standard: the command STOP PRINTING, the command START PRINT and the 
name of a text file to be printed. 
If the text file to be printed is modified frequently, EBS series printers offer a text-file 
selection facility and with it the text file can be changed in a simple and quick way. 
The facility uses a so-called code switch which is available in two versions: 
(1). Standard – a code switch emulated by the printer terminal and initiated by 
pressing the 
F5
 
terminal key. After a four-digit text-file name has been typed in 
via the keypad, the 
V key needs to be pressed at the moment when a new 
text is expected to be printed. 
(2). Option – a code switch as an external EBS-manufactured device to be connected 
to an additional female connector on the printer’s housing. It is equipped with 
a simple keypad and a display. It offers a number of additional functions except 
for ordinary functions of a typical code switch. 
More information about printing with the use of a code switch is given in a separate 
document. 
4.4.3.8. Viewing Files on the Terminal Display 
You can view the text file being printed. In the main MENU select the PRINTING 
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The text file being printed is shown on the terminal display, for example the ABCD file 
as shown below. 
 
NOTE: 
• The DISPLAY PRINTED TEXT command is available only when the printer is in 
the print mode. 
•  If special registers are used in the text file to be printed, their settings can be 
reviewed (after a relevant command has been selected). The only exception is 
the special register universal date where only coding characters are shown 
instead of date in one of the formats available. 
4.4.4.  Servicing the Head 
4.4.4.1.  Defining Some Print Parameters with the Conveyor Travel Speed 
In the main MENU select the SERVICE item and then the 
CONVEYER MEASUREMENTS item. 
Place two objects on the conveyor at a distance of one metre (1m) one from the other 
and make them move before the photodetector after the 
CONVEYER MEASUREMENTS. command has been selected. The terminal display 
shows you real settings for the following parameters: 
´  Conveyor travel speed shows a number of metres covered by the object within 
a minute  (m/min). The value can be used directly to make a setting and to 
determine a setting for the print parameter Cnv spd m/min. 
´  Number of pulses generated by the external encoder (in fact by the encoder + 
mechanical gears, if any) per unit distance (pulses/m). This is the so called 
encoder constant. The value can be used directly to make a etting and to 
determine a setting for the print parameter Enc const p/m. 
NOTE: 
•  In order to determine the encoder constant correctly, the print parameter 
Generator must be set to SHAFT and the encoder axis must rotate while the 
measurement is taken. 
• If the Generator parameter is set to GEN, the encoder constant is 0 (zero). 
•  The distance between the objects can be smaller or greater than 1 metre. In 
such a case the reading should be divided by the distance (x 1m.). For example, 
if the distance is 0.2m, then the real encoder constant is five times greater than 
that shown on the terminal. 
4.4.4.2. Other Commands 
The  OTHERS item can also be selected from the SERVICE menu. It gives the 
service person or a qualified person access to an extended list of service commands 
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4.4.5. Auxiliary Commands 
4.4.5.1. System information 
In the main MENU select the AUX. COMMANDS item and then the OPTIONS 
item. Information menu is shown on the display. It contains the following data: 
•  Serial number of the controller (the final part of the number that is stamped on the 
back wall of the controller housing) and a number that is the maximum height of 
the overprint (in other words, the number of independent nozzles within the print 
head), 
•  Estimate ink level in the ink bottle – the machine records all ink dots made during 
the printing and having compared them with the total bottle capacity, it specifies 
a percentage of the ink consumption, 
•  Version numbers for the main printer control program and terminal program. 
4.4.5.2.  Accessing Alarm Messages 
Every error indicated by an alarm is logged in the printer’s memory in the form of 
a report. The report includes data such as the type of error and the date and time of 
occurrence. It enables the operator to review printer operation by studying untypical 
events. 
When an error or failure and an alarm occur, you can try to interpret the type of error 
by selecting the DISPLAY ERRORS command from the AUX. COMMANDS 
submenu. An error message is displayed on the terminal in response. 
A precise description of an error report is given in a separate document (Accessing 
Error Report in EBS-1500 & EBS-6000 Series Printers via the 
READ ERRORS REPORT command). 
4.4.5.3.  Setting Date and Time 
The printer is equipped with a real-time clock, which operates even after the 
power supply has been switched off. It is possible for the user to set the date and 
clock time, however, the modification of the date is protected with a special service 
password. 
In the main MENU select the AUX. COMMANDS item and then the TIME AND DATE 
item. 
Then, the date and time indicated by the clock are displayed in the working window 
on the terminal where they can be modified. The date can be modified in the 
SERVICE submenu after the special service password has been specified. 
 
In the main MENU select the SERVICE item and then the OTHERS item. On typing in 
the service password, select the SET TIME AND DATE item. In this place you can 
confirm or modify the time and date settings that are displayed consecutively. 
NOTE: 
•  Date cannot be set back! 
•  If you try to set a past date, the following message is displayed on the terminal: 
DATE IS SET BACKWARD !!.You will find it impossible to start printing with the 
START PRINT command. The command is followed by the error message: 
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4.4.5.4.  Checking the Printer Run Hours 
A built-in inner clock is used to run a printer operation timer to check how long the 
printer has been running since it was swithed on for the first time. 
In the main MENU select the AUX. COMMANDS item and then the ACTIVITY TIME 
item. 
 
The number of hours and minutes are displayed in the operating window on the 
terminal. 
4.4.5.5. Choosing a Language 
You can specify the language in which the control MENU and all messages are 
displayed on the terminal. 
In the main MENU select the AUX. COMMANDS item and then the LANGUAGE 
item. 
 
A list of languages available is displayed in the operating window on the terminal. You 
can communicate with the printer in any of them. 
After a language has been selected, the control menu is immediately displayed in the 
selected language. 
NOTE: 
If you have selected a language that you do not understand, you can set the printer 
back to the ENGLISH language by pressing the following key sequence on the 
terminal: 
UUUUU 5 V 7 V, then selecting the language 
and confirming the selection. 
4.4.5.6. Releasing Protections 
The following protections have been used in the printer: 
1)  Protected access to the following commands (protected commands): 
´  all commands within the menu branch TEXT SERVICE, 
´  all commands within the menu branch PARAMETERS SERVICE, 
´  commands within the menu branch PRINTING. such as: 
•  SAVE CURRENT PARAM., 
•  SET SHIFT COUNTER, 
•  GLOBAL COUNTER, 
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The menu branches mentioned above can be protected with a user password. If 
the user forgets the password, the protection can be released by cancelling the 
user password. 
2) An operation time limit assigned to a user by the manufacturer (or distributor 
under a separate agreement). When the limit expires, the printer stops working 
automatically. Then the printer stops responding to user commands. Only the 
release protection command can be executed. The assigned time limit can be 
prolonged by 50, 100 or 200 hours, or possibly the limit can be cancelled and the 
unit released from any operational constraints. 
In the main MENU select the AUX. COMMANDS item and then the 
UNLOCK PROTECTION item. 
In order to get the protection released, contact the Manufacturer (distributor) by 
telephone and describe what kind of protection is to be released. 
After the UNLOCK PROTECTION command has been selected, a nine-digit code is 
displayed in the operating window on the terminal. The code is used to calculate the 
password. 
 
Reveal the code to the Manufacturer representative but do not exit the command or 
press any key (especially the printer switch-off key). You will be given a coded 
password to release the protection. Type the coded password and press the V 
key. If you make a mistake or type in a wrong code, the device enables you to input 
the code ten times before you will have to contact the manufacturer or your 
distributor. After ten unsuccessful attempts the message 
Switch the PRINTER off and on is displayed and the protection remains enabled. 
 
If the proper code is typed in, the printer confirms this fact by displaying the **OK** 
message and the user-indicated security feature is disabled. 
NOTE: 
If the user had to exit the command while waiting for a return code and has now 
repeated the command UNLOCK PROTECTION, then the code obtained will be 
invalid and will not help release the protection. Only a return code entered properly 
soon after the original code, while the UNLOCK PROTECTION command is active, 
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4.4.6. Replacing ink bottle 
General information 
Every bottle of ink is equipped with 
a transponder (an electronic circuit where 
bottle identification data are stored and can 
be accessed with no need for wire contact 
or additional power supply). The 
information is scanned from the 
transponder with a built-in Ink  Monitoring 
System (the abbreviation IMS shall be used 
hereinafter) that uses an aerial situated in 
the Ink System. Fig. 4.4.6.1 shows the 
position of the aerial. 
 
NOTE: 
Fig. 4.4.6.1 shows the position of the 
ink monitoring system if the printing 
system works with a compressor 
system. The position of the transponder 
seat (and the aerial of the Ink 
Monitoring System) for the ink system 
with an ink pump is described in the 
document entitled Ink System with an 
Ink Pump. 
 
 
bottle of ink 
ink bottle 
container 
Ink Monitoring System 
(IMS) and aerial 
 
Fig. 4.4.6.1. 
The Ink Monitoring System ensures that: 
1)  The bottle is identified explicitly. 
2)  The printer system is checked continuously for appropriate ink. IMS prevents the 
application of the ink that is different from the one that was used in the printer’s 
ink system originally. Type of the consumable and its service life are checked.  
3)  Ink distribution and monitoring are improved as the information is coded and 
validated electronically in every transponder. 
Each bottle can be only used in one printer for which it was accepted by IMS. 
Approved bottles cannot be moved to other printers and other bottles cannot be 
replenished with the fluid from the approved bottle. The approved bottle should 
remain in the printer until the fluid is consumed. 
If IMS messages concerning the ink bottle are displayed in the main window on the 
terminal display, they are preceded by the indication “INK:”, whereas if they are 
displayed in the printer status window, they are preceded by the first letter of the 
indication, that is “I:”. For example: 
 
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Replacing the bottle of ink 
In order to avoid unnecessary troubles while replacing empty ink bottles, follow 
the procedure given below - see also the description given in section 
2.3.5 Installing a new Bottle of Ink (or Replacing an Empty One). 
1.  Assess the amount of ink in the bottle visually. If the ink level in the bottle goes 
down below 10% of the bottle volume, prepare a new bottle. The bottle is 
completely empty when broken labels are produced. Should a user perform 
substandard operations, then the following message may be displayed: 
INK: 
EMPTY BOTTLE 
Some systems are equipped with low ink level detectors. If the low ink level is 
detected, the following message is displayed on the terminal: INK LACK. 
In such a case discontinue the printing with the command STOP PRINTING and 
reduce the ink pressure to zero! 
2.  Remove the empty bottle from the container - the following message can be 
displayed on the terminal: 
INK: 
NO BOTTLE 
3.  Place a new sealed bottle (but do not insert a suction pipe to the bottle). One or 
more messages may be displayed. If this is the proper bottle, that is, a new bottle 
that has never been used (or approved) before, the following message should 
appear at first: 
BOTTLE VERIFYING: 
WAIT 10 SECONDS PLEASE 
4.  If a message BOTTLE ACCEPTED is displayed within 10 seconds, it means that 
the bottle is right for a given printer. In such a case remove the bottle and unseal 
it. Then put a suction pipe tipped with a filter into the bottle, screw the bottle into 
the cap and place it in the container (a NO BOTTLE message can be displayed 
in the meantime). Set the rated pressure. 
5.  If no bottle error occurs, the message NO BOTTLE should be replaced with the 
normal status indication in the printer status window. Resume the printing with the 
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NOTE: 
•  Do not refill an empty bottle with ink, as IMS will consider the bottle unsuitable. 
Every new bottle is assigned a time limit and after the expiration of the time limit 
the bottle is considered unsuitable even if it is not empty – see section 
4.4.6.2 Checking the calculated ink consumption level. Under normal 
conditions the bottle is always emptied during the normal operation of the printer 
before the time limit expires. 
•  If no new bottle has been approved within 30 minutes after the empty bottle 
alarm has been indicated, the printing ceases. Replace the bottle with a new one 
and clear the alarm with the clear alarm button. 
•  Do not remove the bottle while it is being validated by the system (about 
10 seconds). 
•  Every bottle can be used only in the printer where it has been approved by IMS. 
The approved bottles must not be moved to other printers or used to refill other 
bottles. The bottle approved should remain in the printer container until ink is 
consumed. 
•  The above procedure for replacing an ink bottle should be followed when 
a compressor system is used. A description of how to replace an ink bottle in 
the system equipped with an electromagnetic head and the ink system with an 
ink pump is contained in the document entitled Ink System with an Ink Pump. 
4.4.6.1.  Checking the validity date 
Ink is fit for use over a limited time and the expiration of the time limit is indicated 
on the terminal: 
 
From that moment till the moment the ink bottle is replaced with a new one, no 
printing is possible in order to avoid any damage to the ink system. 
The service life is coded in the transponder and can be displayed and viewed on the 
terminal at any time in the following way. 
In the main MENU select the BOTTLE INFORMATION item and then the 
INK EXPIRE DATE item. The message indicating the expiry date for ink contained in 
the bottle that is attached to the ink system is then displayed on the terminal. 
 
The validity date can be checked provided that the current date has been set in the 
printer properly. If the date has been set back, no printing can be made. Any 
attempt to start printing results in an error message. 
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NOTE: 
•  After the date has been set back, all bottles are ignored! The validation of bottles 
and the printing will not be resumed until the proper date has been set in the 
printer. 
•  Do not set the date ahead because any subsequent attempt to set the proper 
date will be recognised as setting back, and the consequences described above 
will apply. 
4.4.6.2.  Checking the calculated ink consumption level 
Every new bottle of ink is associated with a limit of ink drops. When the limit is 
reached, the bottle is recognised empty even if it is not completely empty. Ink drops 
jetted out of the print head are counted and the ink consumption is estimated. 
Therefore no ink should be added to the empty bottle, as the Ink Monitoring System 
will recognise the bottle empty soon anyway. During the normal operation of the 
printer, the bottle is usually emptied before the limit is reached. 
In order to check the calculated level of ink remaining in the system till the limit is 
exceeded, go to the main MENU, select the BOTTLE INFORMATION item and then 
the INK LEVEL item. 
After the service password has been typed in, the percentage of ink consumed out of 
the bottle is displayed in the operating window on the terminal. 
If the above-mentioned limit is exceeded, the printer will react as if the bottle of ink 
has been drained. 
The second lines shows the number of text files currently in use which can be printed 
with the ink remaining in the ink bottle and (after a semicolon) the number of text files 
which can be printed with the use of 1 litre of ink. These are approximate figures. 
If the head is not in the print state, then --- is displayed in the second line. If division 
results in an overflow, then vvv is displayed in the second line. In such a case, you 
need to extend the printed text, for example, 3 times and multiply the results by 3 in 
order to get the results for the original, unextended text. 
4.4.6.3.  Accessing information in the Ink Monitoring System 
It is sometimes necessary to access information that is subject to testing and 
validation by IMS in the printer. This is especially important when EBS printers with 
different inks or different ink systems need to be serviced. 
In the main MENU select the BOTTLE INFORMATION item and then the 
PRINTER/INK/SOLV. TYPE item. 
The operating window on the terminal displays a table containing all required 
information according to the type of printer and consumables used, e.g.: 
 
Characters – – mean that a given parameter is undefined. If ink parameters appear to 
be inconsistent with the corresponding printer parameters, an error may be indicated. 
Bottle data relate to the last-validated ink bottle. A bottle has been validated only 
when the following message has been displayed for this bottle: 
BOTTLE VERIFYING: 
WAIT 10 SECONDS PLEASE 
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4.4.6.4.  Problems that might arise in the printer operation when a bottle of ink 
is replaced 
Flow diagram for the ink monitoring system 
The block diagram given below shows the operation of the Ink Monitoring System, errors that 
may occur and a user’s actions to be taken after the errors have occurred. 
The following message is displayed after the bottle has been emptied: 
INK: 
EMPTY BOTTLE 
Disconnect and remove the empty bottle, replace it with a brand new unsealed one, 
but do not link it to the ink system. 
The message: 
BOTTLE VERIFYING: 
WAIT 10 SECONDS PLEASE 
Press the 
V

 key 
Press the 
V

 key 
The message: 
BOTTLE ACCEPTED 
The message: 
BOTTLE TOO OLD 
The message: 
BOTTLE ALREADY CANCELLED 
The message: 
WRONG BOTTLE 
The message: 
WRONG BASE LIQUID or SUBTYPE 
The message: 
PIGMENTED/NOMPIGM MISMATCHED 
The message: 
BOT. FOR OTHER PRNTER TYPE 
The message: 
WRONG COLOUR 
Press the 
V

 key 
Remove the bottle, tie it in with the ink system and replace it. 
NOTE: 
IIf an alarm is heard and the message: 
NO BOTTLE 
iis displayed after the bottle has been removed, clear the message and 
sound alarm with the 
V key 
The bottle has already been 
recorded in this or other printer. 
Place a new bottle of the proper ink 
(solvent) type. Clear the message by 
pressing the 
V 
Improper ink (solvent) type 
In 10 seconds at 
the latest  
 
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UWAGA: 
Fig. 4.4.6.4.1 relates to the printing system equipped with a compressor system. The 
position of the transponder seat (and aerial of the Ink Monitoring System) in the case the ink 
system with an ink pump is used is described in the document entitled Ink System with an 
Ink Pump. 
 
4.5.  Alarms, Errors and Indications 
Alarms are indicated in two ways: 
a).  An alarm message is displayed in the operating window on 
your terminal no matter what operation is being executed at 
that moment (you might be editing a file). A reason for the 
alarm is indicated in the message. To clear the alarm press 
the  V key on the terminal panel. The sound alarm, 
however, is not cleared. 
b).  A built-in beeper is heard. 
NOTE: 
The printer can be optionally equipped with a device designed for: 
•  controlling a big light signalling device installed on an outrigger, 
•  controlling other pieces of equipment (after a fatal error has 
occurred and further printing has been disabled) via built-in relays, 
in order to, for example, automatically stop a factory conveyor or 
the printing. 
 
1.  No ink in the ink bottle 
Terminal message: INK LACK. 
Replenish ink by replacing the empty bottle with a full one - see section 
2.3.5 Installing a new Bottle of Ink (or Replacing an Empty One) and 
4.4.6 Replacing ink bottle. Then clear the alarm by pressing the clear alarm key 
 
CLR. 
ALARM 
. 
2.  No ink bottle or transponder. 
The Ink Monitoring System cannot detect a transponder (the NO BOTTLE message); 
the transponder should be located above it in the bottle basket (under the ink bottle), 
if a compressor system is used, or on the casing of the pump-based ink system, if 
such a system is used (a detailed description is given the document entitled Ink 
System with an Ink Pump) 
You can use the terminal after the V key has been pressed but the no ink-bottle 
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You are not able to start the printing then. The START PRINT command is followed 
by the error message. 
Place the right bottle of ink or a transponder (if the ink system with an ink pump is 
used) above the ink monitoring system. Check also for the proper connection of IMS 
interfaces (by screwing tight the female and male connectors). 
3.  Ink in the bottle is not fit for use any longer (the prescribed time has been 
exceeded) 
Terminal display: 
 
Ink in the bottle is not fit for use any longer as the prescribed time has just expired. If 
you use unsuitable ink, the head or ink system might get damaged. 
If you try to select the START PRINT command in this condition, the error message is 
displayed. 
Replace the ink bottle with a new one after you have checked that the prescribed time 
for the new bottle has not been exceeded - see section 2.3.5 Installing a new Bottle 
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4.5.1. Clearing Alarms 
CLEAR ALARM key 
 
Fig. 4.5.1.1. 
To clear the alarm press the CLR. ALARM key on the terminal panel. 
NOTE: 
Do not clear any alarm before you have identified what the source of the alarm is. 
4.6.  Adjusting the Print Rate 
The print head is motionless during the printing. Overprints are made on objects that 
move in front of the head. The range of print rates varies according to application. Therefore 
the printer has been equipped with a feature that enables you to adjust the rate to make clear 
and legible overprints in every condition. The printing operation is timed with pulses that are 
generated by two sources: 
´  a controlled internal generator, 
´  an external encoder, which converts rotational speed to pulse frequency. 
If you increase or decrease the pulse frequency, you change the print rate. 
4.6.1. Internal Generator 
The internal generator operates regardless of the rate at which objects travel in front of 
the print head. That is why it is used with conveyors whose travel rate is specified and 
stable. 
The pulse frequency generated by the internal generator (and thereby the print rate) depends 
on two print parameters (the PRINTING PARAMETERS command in the PRINTING menu): 
´ The Cnv spd m/min (see section 4.4.3.4 Print Parameters) parameter adjusts the print 
rate (in rows) to the conveyor travel speed (m/min). If the setting of the Cnv spd m/min 
parameter does not change and you reduce the travel speed, the density of characters 
printed increases. 
To set the Cnv spd m/min parameter correctly, measure the travel speed with the service 
command  CONVEYER MEASUREMENTS - see  section  4.4.4.1 Defining  Some  Print 
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´ The parameter Resol.dot/dcm, which defines an image resolution. The resolution is given 
as a number of dots/decimetre. A visual effect of a change to the parameter is a change in 
the width of characters (graphic images) and the length of the entire text file. 
 
NOTE: 
For print parameters Resol.dot/dcm and Cnv spd m/min extreme setting ranges are 
specified. Settings are adjusted by the control program on an on-going basis and may be 
limited with settings that are made for other print parameters. The system is protected 
automatically against an excessive print rate setting. Therefore some settings may not be 
accepted. 
Below you can see a sample overprint "ABCD" that differs for various settings of the 
Resol.dot/dcm parameter; the travel speed is constant (NOTE: in order to make the 
overprint legible, it is shown not to scale): 
Resol.dot/dcm: 60 
 
Resol.dot/dcm: 30 
 
Resol.dot/dcm: 15 
 
Rough measurements of the timing frequency (print rate) can be taken with the 
ROWS SPEED command in the PRINTING menu. The value depends on setting of the print 
parameters Generator, Resol.dot/dcm and Cnv spd m/min in the PRINTING menu. 
4.6.2. Shaft-encoder 
The shaft-encoder is an electromechanical indicator of rotary speed. The shaft-encoder 
axle is coupled mechanically with an object that moves, for example, on a conveyor. Pulses 
are generated at the shaft-encoder output. The pulse frequency is proportional to the 
rotational speed of the axle. The pulses determine when rows of overprints are to be printed. 
The pulse frequency depends on the following: 
a).  Conveyor travel speed, 
b).  Transmission ratio of a mechanical gear between the object moving and shaft-encoder 
axle, 
c).  Encoder type i.e. number of pulses generated during one rotation. 
Therefore the external encoders are used to time conveyors whose travel speed varies or is 
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Signal cable 
SHAFT-ENCODER axle
Pulses for slow rotation of the SHAFT-ENCODER axle
Pulses for fast rotation of the SHAFT-ENCODER axle
We are not going to describe 
types of mechanical gears to be 
applied to couple mechanically 
encoders with conveyors as there 
is a variety of solutions available 
to meet specific user 
requirements. 
Fig. 4.6.2.1. Shaft-encoder 
The timing frequency (print rate) is influenced by two print parameters (see the 
PRINTING PARAMETERS command in the PRINTING menu): 
´ The  Enc const p/m (see section 4.4.3.4 Print  Parameters) parameter defines the 
number of shaft-encoder pulses that are generated while the objects are covering 
a distance of 1m. If the shaft-encoder is used for timing purposes and the Enc const p/m 
parameters is set to a constant value, no increase or decrease in the conveyor travel 
speed has any impact on the width of characters printed. 
The Enc const p/m parameter can be set with the encoder constant that is measured with 
the service command CONVEYER MEASUREMENTS - see also section 4.4.4.1 Defining 
Some Print Parameters with the Conveyor Travel Speed. 
´ The parameter Resol.dot/dcm (see section 4.4.3.4 Print Parameters), which defines an 
image resolution. The resolution is expressed as a number of dots/decimetre. A visual 
effect of a change to the parameter is a change in the width of characters (graphic images) 
and the length of the entire text file 
Below you can see a sample overprint "ABCD" that differs for various settings of the 
Resol.dot/dcm parameter; conveyor travel speed is constant (NOTE: in order to make the 
overprint legible, it is shown not to scale): 
Resol.dot/dcm: 60 
 
Resol.dot/dcm: 30 
 
Resol.dot/dcm: 15 
 
As the printer can not control the frequency of pulses generated by the encoder, the 
frequency limit might be exceeded and the overprint might be deformed - see section 
6.4 When Problems Arise while Operating or Servicing the Printer. In order to get correct 
overprints, select the timing frequency and settings for the print parameters: Resol.dot/dcm, 
Enc const p/m and Intensity in such a way that the overprints are not strained. 
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NOTE: 
•  The maximum pulse frequency at the shaft-encoder input shall not exceed 
250kHz. 
•  If the printer is equipped with electromagnetic heads, there is a print parameter 
Intensity, which affects the maximum pulse frequency. Any increase in the intensity 
results in a decrease in frequency to the following formula: 
 
22000
Intensity 
f  = [kHz]
 
where: 
 f  -  frequency [kHz] of pulses at the shaft-encoder input, 
Intensity  -  setting of the Intensity parameter. 
4.6.3.  Defining the Maximum Print Rate for Various Fonts 
In order to define the maximum print rate for a font selected (also called a character 
matrix) follow the procedure below: 
1.  Open a text file in the TEXT SERVICE menu and use the font for which the maximum 
print rate is to be measured. 
2. Use the PRINTING PARAMETERS command in the PRINTING menu to set print 
parameters, in particular Intensity, Resol.dot/dcm as required and also 
• the Generator parameter to GEN, 
• the Cnv spd m/min parameter to a relatively small value (e.g. close to the lowest 
possible setting), 
3.  Start printing the text file with the START PRINT command in the PRINTING menu. 
4.  Check on the terminal display status window (after "/") whether the vertical height of the 
row corresponds to the height of the font selected. 
5. Get back to the PRINTING PARAMETERS command to view the Cnv spd m/min 
parameter. 
6.  Hold down the 
¡ key and check the maximum possible setting of the Cnv spd m/min 
parameter.  This is the maximum print rate value for the given font, print 
parameters Intensity, Resol.dot/dcm and others. 
NOTE: 
•  The above procedure can only be applied when timing pulses are generated by an 
internal generator (not the shaft-encoder). When the shaft-encoder is used, the print rate 
cannot be controlled automatically as the control program has no impact on frequency of 
pulses from the shaft-encoder. 
•  In order to determine an image resolution (a number of characters per decimetre or 
characters per inch) use the following formula: 
R
R
CHARACTER WIDTH + DISTANCE
dots/dm
ch/dm
=
0,254 * R
R
CHARACTER WIDTH + DISTANCE
dots/dm
ch/in
=
 
 where: 
 R
ch/dm
  -  an image resolution (a number of characters per decimetre), 
 R
ch/in
  -  an image resolution (a number of characters per inch), 
 R
dots/dm
  -  an image resolution (a number of dots per decimetre); it is the same as the 
setting of the Resol.dot/dcm parameter, 
 CHARACTER WIDTH  - a width (a number of dots) of a character for the given font, 
 DISTANCE - a distance (a number of dots) between characters; it is defined by the 
subfile parameter
 Distance. 
  For example, if you select Latin 16x10, the character width is 10. If Distance=2 and 
Resol.dot/dcm=60, the character resolution is 5 ch/dm or 1,27 ch/inch. 
 
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5.  Examples of How to Operate the Printer 
NOTE: 
It has been assumed that the user has become familiar with the manual or has at least read 
Chapter 4 Operating the Printer. 
5.1.  How to Print the First Sample Text File? 
This chapter contains a description of how to prepare for operation the EBS-1500 Printer 
where one electromagnetic head is installed
 and how to print a simple text file. The example 
covers instructions of how to install a new machine, switch it on, set major parameters and 
print a text file that has been input via a terminal attached to the printer. 
1)  If the unit is installed by the Manufacturer or authorized service staff, this section can be 
omitted. Otherwise the procedure below needs to be followed to install the unit: 
´ Read section 2.1 Safety Requirements. 
´  Follow instructions given in section 2.3 Installing the unit. 
2)  Place the print head in a holder in such a position that nobody or nothing can be 
splashed with ink accidentally. Therefore at first the head should be positioned in such 
a way that a vessel can be placed beneath the nozzle plate. 
NOTE:  If a sound alarm occurs while the below specified procedure is followed, try to find 
the reason for the alarm by studying the indications.. Alarms, errors, and failures 
are described in section 4.5 Alarms, Errors and Indications. 
3)  Switch the unit on by pressing the power switch 
POWER
ON
OFF
 to set it in the ON 
position - see  section  3.1 Switching the Printer On.  Check ink pressure on the ink 
pressure gauge. The pressure should meet requirements indicated in section 2.2 Power 
and Air Supply Requirements. 
4)  Create a text file using the terminal keypad. 
In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the CREATE NEW TEXT 
item. 
After the text file name, e.g. TXT1, has been specified, the text processor starts running. 
Now you can use the keypad to input what is to be printed. A description of the 
processor control keys is given in section 4.4.1.1 Introduction to Text Files, paragraph 
WORD PROCESSOR – A Description of Control Keys. 
 
Type the text 
COFFEE with terminal keys. 
The text is shown on the terminal display. It looks the same as that on the real overprint 
provided that print parameters have been set correctly. 
After the 
V key has been pressed, the text file called TXT1 and containing the word 
COFFEE is recorded in the file library and stored in the printer memory. 
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5)  Set print parameters. 
All options are normally preset by the Manufacturer to meet user requirements. Print 
parameters are set to their default
6
 settings. The only important thing to make overprints 
is the source of timing pulses: a shaft-encoder (conveyor rate indicator) or an internal 
generator. If the print head is set to work with the shaft-encoder, it will make overprints 
only when the shaft-encoder axle rotates. 
If the print head operation is timed by the internal generator, the overprints are made at 
a fixed rate no matter how fast the objects move (and even on stationary objects). The 
option can be set with the print parameter Generator to GENerator or SHAFT-encoder, 
as required. 
In the main MENU select the PRINTING item and then the PRINTING PARAMETERS 
item. 
For how to modify print parameters see section 4.4.3.4 Print Parameters. 
The parameters should be set to the following values: 
 
Parameter Default setting:  REMARKS 
Vert. direct.  UP 
 
Space  2.0mm 
 
Text rpt.  1 
 
Rpt.dist.  30.0mm 
 
Direction  LEFT 
 
Height  20mm 
 
Offset  1 
 
Offset2  1 
 
Counter delta  1 
 
Row repetit.  1 
 
Intensity 
70  
Generator 
!!!see above!!!   
Resol.dot/dcm  60 
 
Cnv spd m/min or 
10 
Only when Generator=GEN or 
Enc const p/m  10000 
Only when Generator=SHAFT 
No of Clean Strokes  0 
 
Clean. period (sec)  300 
 
 
6)  Start printing the text file called TXT1 that was created previously. 
In the main MENU select the PRINTING item and then the START PRINT item. 
Printing starts after the name TXT1 has been typed in and confirmed. 
To stop printing, select the STOP PRINTING command in the PRINTING menu. 
NOTES: 
´ Overprints are made each time the photodetector is activated after the START PRINT 
command has been selected. Objects or a sheet of paper should be placed in front of the 
print head at a minimal distance of 15 mm to ensure good print quality. If the photodetector 
operates properly, a red LED indicator lights up and goes out at the back of the 
photodetector. While conducting print tests, you can cover the photodector with your hand 
for a while. 
´ After the photodetector has been activated, the printing starts. The procedure varies, 
however, according to the timing mode: 
                                                     
 
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•  If the printing is timed by the internal generator, overprints are made no matter 
whether the object(s) move or not. If the object fails to move, a very narrow overprint 
is made and a single vertical row is printed only (!). 
•  If the printing is timed by the shaft-encoder, overprints are made only when the shaft-
encoder axle rotates. 
´ If the width of characters printed is incorrect, adjust the print rate following instructions 
given in section 4.6 Adjusting the Print Rate. 
´  If the print rate is too fast, overprint quality tends to be poor. You can recognize it easily by 
discontinuous overprint as the print rate control system ignores some of the timing pulses. 
In effect the character width may get out of proportion. See also section 4.6 Adjusting the 
Print Rate. 
If the STOP PRINTING command has been selected during the printing, the current overprint 
is finished and the operation stops. In the event the shaft-encoder is used, this stage may 
take long (especially when long overprints are made and the shaft-encoder axle stops rotating 
after the conveyor has been stopped). Some commands may not be accepted then (and the 
message CHANNEL ACTIVE is shown on the display). To speed the process up, move the 
shaft-encoder axle a little to complete the overprint. 
5.2.  Creating and Printing Sample Text Files 
NOTE: 
The following notation is used in the examples below: 
    represents one space character, 
text  means text-file contents to be input via the terminal keypad. 
5.2.1.  How to Print the Current Date and Time? 
Assumption:  the printer is equipped with a 16 nozzle head; it is 25
th
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hours; the overprint should look like as follows: 
 
1)  Define four T
EXT type subfiles, with two of them being special registers Date and Time. 
See section 4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers. 
´ In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the 
CREATE NEW TEXT item. 
´  You are asked to type a file name. Input a four-character file name, e.g. DATI and 
confirm. 
Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 7x5 
Typeface : Normal 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : None 
 
•  Set parameters for the first subfile (the 
§ key) 
and confirm. 
•  Input contents for  
the first subfile: 
DATE :. 
• Press the « ¡ keys to create a new subfile on 
the right of the previous one. 
 
Spec.reg. : Date 
 
•  Set parameters for the second subfile, as above, 
and change the setting for Spec.reg. and confirm. 
•  Input contents for  
the second subfile: 
00.00.00. 
• Press the «  ¤ keys to create a new subfile 
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Spec.reg. : None 
 
•  Set parameters for the third subfile, as above, 
change the setting for Spec.reg. and confirm. 
•  Input contents for  
the third subfile: 
TIME:. 
• Press the « ¡ keys to create a new subfile on 
the right of the previous one. 
 
Spec.reg. : Time 
 
•  Set parameters for the fourth subfile, as above, 
change the setting for Spec.reg. and confirm. 
•  Input contents for the fourth subfile:  00:00 
(hours and minutes only).
 
• Press the V key to record the text file in the 
library and save it in the memory. 
2)  Define print parameters, as in section 5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text File? 
item 5). 
3)  Print the text file called DATI - see  section  5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text 
File? item 6). 
5.2.2.  How to Print Consecutive Numbers? 
Assumption:  the printer is equipped with a 25 nozzle head and a six-digit number is to be 
printed; there is an object moving in front of the print head, it has been 
detected by the phtodetector as the 5824
th
 in turn; the text should look like as 
follows, when printed (only the number changes in every overprint): 
 
1)  Define two T
EXT type subfiles, with one of them being a special register Up counter. See 
section 4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers. 
´ In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the 
CREATE NEW TEXT item. 
´  You are asked to type a file name. Input a four-character file name, e.g. NUMR and 
confirm. 
Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 16x10 
Typeface : Bold 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : None 
 
•  Set parameters for the first subfile (the 
§ key) 
and confirm. 
•  Input contents for  
the first subfile: 
Serialnumber:. 
• Press the « ¡ keys to create a new subfile on 
the right of the previous one. 
 
Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 25x15 
Typeface : Normal 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : Up counter 
 
•  Set parameters for the second subfile and confirm. 
•  Input contents for  
the second subfile: 
000001. 
•  Move the cursor to the first subfile position and 
move the first subfile to the second level with the 
Y ¤ keys. 
• Press the 
V key to record the text file in the 
library and save it in the memory. 
2)  Define print parameters as in section 5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text File? item 
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3)  Print the text file called NUMR - see section 5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text 
File? item 6). 
NOTE:  The serial numbers will increase by one: 000001, 000002, 000003, ... , 
000025, etc. with every overprint. While editing the second subfile you can 
set an initial number within the subfile to continue the counting with it. 
5.2.3.  How to Print Expiry Date? 
Assumption:  the printer is equipped with a 16 nozzle head; the product labelled is fit for 
use for 70 days; if the current date is 30
th
 June 2004, the overprints would 
look like as follows: 
 
1)  Define two T
EXT type subfiles, with one of them being a special register Date+offs.. See 
section 4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers. 
´ In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the 
CREATE NEW TEXT item. 
´  You are asked to type a file name. Input a four-character file name, e.g. EXDA and 
press the 
V key. 
Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 9x5 
Typeface : Bold 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : None 
 
•  Set parameters for the first subfile (the 
§ key) 
and confirm. 
•  Input contents for the first subfile: 
Bestbefore:. 
• Press the 
« ¡ keys to create a new subfile on 
the right of the previous one. 
Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 16x10 
Typeface : Normal 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : Date+offs. 
 
•  Set parameters for the second subfile and confirm. 
•  Input contents for 
the second subfile: 
DA.MO.YE. 
NOTE:  The file contains the date coded as 
day.month.year. - see section 
4.4.1.10 Using Special Registers, 
universal date and time register.
 
•  Move the cursor to the first subfile position and 
move the first subfile to the second level with the 
Y ¤ keys. 
• Press the 
V key to record the text file in the 
library and save it in the memory. 
2)  Define print parameters as in section 5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text File? item 
5) and set the Offset parameter to 70 (70 days). 
3)  Print the text file called EXDA - see  section  5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text 
File? item 6). 
NOTE:  The current date is increased by 70 days after every overprint has been 
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5.2.4.  How to Print Logos? 
Assumption:  the printer is equipped with a 25 nozzle head; the overprint should look like 
as follows: 
 
1)  Define a G
RAPHIC subfile and make a graphical image – a logo. 
´ In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the 
CREATE NEW TEXT item. 
´  You are asked to type a file name. Input a four-character file name, e.g. LOGO and 
confirm  
Type : Graphic 
Height : 25 
Length : 25 
Front dis : 5 
Back dist : 5 
 
•  Set parameters for the first subfile (the 
§ key) 
and press the 
V key. 
• Press the 
« V keys to move to the graphic 
processor. 
 
 
•  Now develop a graphical image using appropriate 
function keys that are offered by the processor - see 
section  4.4.1.2 Opening and Editing a New File 
paragraph  GRAPHIC PROCESSOR – A 
description of function keys and confirm. 
NOTE: 
If you find it difficult to design a graphical image on the 
terminal display, you can make a drawing on a sheet 
of squared paper, and then copy it to the graphic 
processor - see Fig. 5.2.4.1. 
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24
23
22
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18
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If the drawing is acceptable, press the V key again in order to record the text file in the 
library and save it in the memory. If not, press the 
«  V keys and go on with 
improving your drawing. 
2)  Define print parameters as in section 5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text File? item 
5). 
3)  Print the text file called LOGO - see  section  5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text 
File? item 6). 
  
5.2.5.  How to Print a Bar Code? 
Assumption:  the printer is equipped with a 25 nozzle head; a bar code should be printed 
on a lot of products; the overprint should look like as follows: 
 
1)  Define  B
AR CODE type subfile and specify a number code to form the bar code. 
´  In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the CREATE NEW TEXT 
item. 
´  You are asked to type a file name. Input a four-character file name, e.g. BARC and 
confirm. 
Type : Barcode 
Code : EAN-13 
Contents : 500746300621 
Height : 25 
Elongat.X : 1 
Spec.reg. : None 
Front dis : 0 
Back dist : 0 
Signature : YES 
Inversion : NO 
 
•  Set subfile parameters (the 
§ key), input the 
numerical value of the bar code (only 12 
characters, the 13
th
 character is calculated 
automatically) and confirm. 
If the bar code is acceptable, press the 
V key  
in order to record the text file in the library and 
save it in the memory. If not, press the 
§ key 
again and go on with modifying the bar code and 
subfile parameters. 
 
2)  Define print parameters as in section 5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text File? item 
5). 
3)  Print the text file called BARC - see  section  5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text 
File? item 6). 
5.2.6.  How to Print a Complex Subfile? 
Assumption:  the printer is equipped with a 25 nozzle head; it is 25
th
 July 2003, 10:34 
hours; the text should look like as follows, when printed: 
 
1)  A complex file of this type can be created in three ways (!): 
a)  create each of the subfiles of your complex file separately, each of them having its 
own name, then start a new file and link all subfiles into it by their names, 
b)  create a text file and define the subfiles within it, 
c)  use a mixed method to create a text file in which some subfiles are defined and the 
other are linked by their names. 
The mixed method is used in the example. The text files called DATI and LOGO have 
already been defined in paragraphs above and will be used in this example (they need to 
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Define two TEXT type subfiles, link the graphical image called LOGO by its name, create 
three other TEXT type subfiles and link the text file called DATI where special registers 
are used. 
´  In the main MENU select the TEXT SERVICE item and then the CREATE NEW TEXT 
item. 
´  You are asked to type a file name. Input a four-character file name, e.g. ABCD and 
confirm. 
Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 16x10 
Typeface : Normal 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : None 
 
•  Set parameters for the first subfile (the 
§ key) 
and press the 
V key. 
•  Input contents for the first subfile: 
EBSInk-Jet SystemsGmbH. 
• Press the «  ¤ keys to create a new subfile 
below the previous one. 
 
Char. set : Latin 7x5 
Typeface : Normal 
 
•  Set parameters for the second subfile as above, 
change the Char. set and Typeface parameters, 
and confirm. 
•  Input contents for the second subfile: 
AlteZiegelei19-25,D-51588Nümbrecht. 
• Press the « ¡ keys to create the third subfile 
on the right of the previous one. 
• Using the 
Y  £ keys move the new created 
subfile as high upwards as possible. 
Type : Ins. text 
Text name : LOGO 
Front dis : 0 
Back dist : 0 
 
•  Set parameters for the subfile and confirm. 
NOTE:  The text file called LOGO has been 
defined in section 5.2.4 How to Print 
Logos? 
• Press the 
« ¡ keys to create the fourth subfile 
on the right of the previous one. 
 
Type : Text 
Char. set : Latin 7x5 
Typeface : Normal 
Distance : 2 
Rotation : None 
Spec.reg. : None 
 
 
Typeface : Length *3 
 
•  Set parameters for the fourth subfile and confirm. 
•  Input contents for the fourth subfile: 
GermanManufacturerof. 
• Press the « ¤ keys to create the fifth subfile 
below the previous one and set the same 
parameters as for the fourth subfile, changing only 
the Typeface parameter. 
•  Input contents for the fifth subfile: 
INK-JET. 
 
Typeface : Normal 
 
• Press the 
« ¤ keys to create the sixth subfile 
below the previous one and set the same 
parameters as for the fifth subfile but change the 
Typeface. parameter. Confirm the selection with the 
V key. 
•  Input contents for the sixth subfile: printers. 
• Press the « ¡ keys to create the last seventh 
subfile on the right of the previous one. 
• Using the 
Y £ keys move the newly created 
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Type : Ins. text 
Text name : DATI 
Front dis : 5 
Back dist : 0 
 
•  Set parameters for the subfile and confirm. 
NOTE:  The text file called DATI has been defined 
in section 5.2.1 How to Print the Current 
Date and Time?. 
 
2)  Define print parameters as in section 5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text File? item 
5). 
3)  Print the text file called ABCD - see  section  5.1 How to Print the First Sample Text 
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6.  Servicing and Maintenance of the Printer 
6.1. Routine Maintenance 
Before starting maintenance operations, study section 2.1 Safety Requirements. 
User-performed maintenance covers, amongst other things, periodic inspections and service 
operations to keep the machine in good working order. Some operations need to be 
performed daily while others every specified period of time, or after a certain amount of ink is 
consumed. 
Daily maintenance: 
´  Check ink level in the ink bottle. If the bottle is empty (the message: INK LACK or 
EMPTY BOTTLE. is shown on the terminal display), replace it.   In the systems with 
electromagnetic heads and the pump-based ink system, the ink bottle can be 
replaced while the printing operation is being performed. If a compressor system is 
used you need to stop the printing and depressurise the ink system - see section 
2.3.5 Installing a new Bottle of Ink (or Replacing an Empty One).  
´  After the machine has been switched off - wash outer parts of the print head, especially 
the nozzles and photodetector in order to remove any remaining ink - see also section 
3.2 Switching the Printer Off. Use a sprayer with solvent to do this. 
Routine maintenance: 
 
´  Once a week (or more frequently, if required) – check the state of supply air filters (which 
remove water, oil etc.) and clean them, 
´  Every 1000 hours of operation - check the ink filter in the bottle. Use the ACTIVITY TIME 
command to check for how many hours the printer has run. The total number of run hours 
(hours:minutes) is displayed on the terminal. 
Replace the ink filter every 12 months. 
 
´  If the printer is not to be used for a longer time (over 2 weeks), secure the print heads as 
described in section 7.1 Storing the Printer. 
NOTE! 
 The use of sharp tools or improper fluid (solvent) to clean and 
wash the head may result in damage that is not covered by the 
warranty! 
 Ink and cleaning fluid (solvent) can only be used, if supplied by 
the printer Manufacturer! 
 Different ink types must not be mixed! 
THE FAILURE TO MEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS SHALL 
RELEASE THE MANUFACTURER FROM ITS WARRANTY 
OBLIGATIONS. 
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6.2.  Removing Air from the Ink System 
Transport, manipulations to the ink system, or other reasons may result in accumulation of air 
within the print head. In consequence ink drops are not jetted from some or all nozzles.. 
In order to remove air from the print head, follow the instructions below: 
a).  Set the ink pressure to its rating value. 
b). Turn the nozzle outlets towards a dish (which can be used to wash the head, for 
example). 
c).  Press the rinse key 
 at the sloping part of the head housing. This will open all 
electromagnets within the head to release air bubbles, which will flow out together with 
the pressurised ink. 
d).  Continue the air removal process until regular and continuous ink jets start flowing out of 
each nozzle. 
Release the rinse key 
. 
6.3.  Replacing the Ink Filter 
In order to maintain the appropriate ink quality and purity, an ink filter is installed in the 
system. The filter is placed in the suction tube inside the ink bottle and should be replaced 
following the recommendations given in chapter 6.1 Routine Maintenance. 
6.4.  When Problems Arise while Operating or Servicing the Printer 
The printer does not switch on 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
After the main switch: 
POWER
ON
OFF
 (on the right-
hand side of the printer 
controller) has been turned 
on, 
the printer fails to switch 
on. The terminal display is 
not lit. 
•  Check whether the outlet socket is energised. 
•  Check whether the power cord is plugged into the socket. 
•  Check whether the main switch (on the right-hand side of the 
printer controller) is in its ON position. 
NOTE: 
Electronic protections are installed in the power supply in compliance 
with standards. There is no fuse that might be replaced by the user. 
 




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No overprints are made after the print command has been accepted 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
After the printer has been 
switched on and the 
START PRINT  command 
selected and confirmed 
with the **OK** message, 
no overprints are made. 
•  Check whether the print head, photodetector and possibly the 
shaft-encoder are connected to the printer properly (cable 
connectors need to be plugged in and screwed tight in the 
controller and the head). 
• Check for proper settings of print parameters. If 
Generator=SHAFT, check whether the shaft-encoder axle 
rotates. If Text rpt. is not set to CONTIN., check whether moving 
objects are detected by the photodetector. 
•  Check whether the other print parameters are set properly. 
• Check whether the ink system components are connected 
properly, the ink system is pressurised, and there is some ink in 
the ink bottle. 
 
 
Clogged nozzles in the head 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
A nozzle is clogged. An 
attempt to clear it by 
rinsing does not help (to 
rinse the nozzle, press the 
 key at the back of the 
head  housing - see  section 
6.2 Removing Air from the 
Ink System). 
 
 
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Nozzle No.6 
is clogged 
 
Follow the instructions below: 
Cut the air pressure off and wait until the ink pressure drops down to 
zero. 
Remove the distance holder for packages from the front part of the 
head. 
  Unscrew four fixing screws on the nozzle plate and remove the plate 
carefully. 
fixing screws 
p

late with nozzles
. 
If possible, wash the nozzle plate with solvent in ultrasonic bath. 
If the ultrasonic bath cannot be applied, leave the nozzle plate in 
solvent bath for about 10 minutes. 
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Clogged nozzles in the head 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
  Clear the nozzles with a tungsten wire carefully from the back to the 
front (The tungsten wire supplied by the manufacturer must be 
used only !!!). 
Fasten the nozzle plate with screws taking care not to damage 
rubber gaskets or shutters. 
Install the slipper. 
Set the ink pressure to its rating value, switch the printer on, and 
remove air from the head system - see section 6.2 Removing  Air 
from the Ink System. 
 
 
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NOTE: 
The above operations need to be performed under strictly clean 
conditions. 
Do not leave any foreign objects under the nozzle plate. 
If the plate is fastened improperly, the nozzles may get 
damaged (ruby tip may break). 
 
Some dots are much smaller than others or are missing 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
All dots jetted out of 
a particular  nozzle 
(a horizontal line) are much 
smaller than others or are 
missing. 
 
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Nozzle No.6 
does not print 
 
The solenoid valve corresponding to a faulty nozzle may be out of 
order. Try to adjust the valve electromagnet following the procedure 
below. 
 
Adjusting valve electromagnets in electromagnetic heads 
NOTE: 
The procedure should be performed by trained staff authorised to service EBS Printers. 
1.  Remove the head housing – see section 2.4 Removing the Head Cover. 
2.  Fix the head without the housing (a special service holder from the Manufacturer can be used). 
Place adsorbent cloth and a dish behind the head. 
3.  Create a sample text file (a graphic file would be the best). It should be 1-dot wide and as high as 
possible for the given head type. 
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4.  Check whether the ink pressure is set to its rating value. The value of the rating pressure depends 
on the diameter of nozzles in the print head. The nozzle diameter is engraved on the nozzle plate. 
5.  Start continuous printing of a sample file (with Text rpt.=CONTIN.). 
6.  Move to the SERVICE menu and select the OTHERS command. Type a service password. Go to 
the  ADJUSTMENTS menu, set Intensity=170. and indicate the nozzle to be adjusted with the 
Set Nozzle no parameter. 
7.  Insert a screwdriver for cross recessed 
screws (TORX-type wrench No. T6 or 
a 0.035” stem wrench or IMBUS 0,035” for 
older types of print head) onto the adjusting 
screw whose number corresponds to that 
previously set with the Set Nozzle no 
parameter. Screw in the screw with the 
wrench until ink drops start flowing out of 
the nozzle under adjustment. 
Electromagnet numbers are marked on 
plastic bodies - see the illustration on the 
right. 
8.  While turning the wrench and moving 
a sheet of paper perpendicularly to the 
nozzle axis at a distance of 10mm, adjust 
the dot size as required. The dot must be 
round in shape with no satellites or 
splashes. 
 
Electromagnet 
number 
Adjusting screw 
for valve No 2 
 
 
9.  Adjust other nozzles as described at items 7, 8 above to get the same dot size for all nozzles. 
10. On adjusting the last nozzle, turn them all on at the same time (Set Nozzle no=All) and while 
turning the consecutive adjusting screws clockwise or counter-clockwise (maximum ¼ of the 
rotation) shape all dots so that they are all of a similar size. 
11. Reduce ink drop intensity to 50 (with the parameter Intensity=50) and improve the adjustment by 
following steps 8, 9 and 10. 
12. Exit the ADJUSTMENTS menu and stop the printing. 
13. Check what the deflection of the ink jet from the nozzle axis is. To do this, observe ink jets on 
a light background with the rinse key 
 on. The ink jets must not be either deflected from the 
axis by more than 2mm on the horizontal and vertical planes or crossed, when they are at 
a distance of 60÷80mm from the front of the head and jetted at the rated ink pressure. If this 
requirement is not met, clean the nozzles. If this does not help, replace the nozzle plate and 
perform steps 6 to 12 of the adjustment procedure again. Should no positive results be obtained 
after the replacement, check for proper installation of flexible connectors and electromagnet units 
or get the print head repaired. 
14. After the solenoid valves have been adjusted, reinstall the housing and place the head in the 
head holder in its working position. 
The first overprint below is made after electromagnets have been adjusted properly. The other 
overprints are made when the electromagnet for nozzle No. 6 is out of order. The improper 
adjustment is presented on the clock face, where one full rotation is 60 minutes. 
Electromagnets are adjusted properly 
1 
2 
3 
4 
5 
6 
7 
8 
9 
10 
11 
12 
Adjusting screw is turned 10 minutes 
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Adjusting screw is turned 15 minutes 
counterclockwise 
Adjusting screw is turned 15 minutes clockwise 
Adjusting screw is turned 20 minutes clockwise 
 
 
Overprints are distorted 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
1. Overprints  are 
distorted. There are 
irregular ink splashes 
or ink dots overlap each 
other as shown in the 
example on the right. 
When the print head is hit by a moving object, it may get 
repositioned. See the example below: 
 
Such overprints are made when the distance between the print head 
and the object is too big. Move the head to the object plane at the 
distance of less than 15mm. If this is impossible, adjust 
electromagnets within the head to print over a greater distance - see 
paragraph  Adjusting valve electromagnets in electromagnetic 
heads above. Overprints made at different distances between the 
front of the head and objects are shown below. 
 
The distance between the head and object is 6 mm, 
 
The distance between the head and object is 10 mm, 
 
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Overprints are distorted 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
The distance between the head and object is 20 mm, 
2. Overprints are 
distorted. Colour 
intensity is too high, 
drops are irregular, 
there are ink splashes 
around the overprint or 
ink dots overlap each 
other as in the example 
on the right. 
 
This happens when the ink pressure is too high (the pressure is set 
with a pressure regulator at the ink bottle container). Set the 
pressure to its rating value. See paragraph 2.3.4 Connections - 
Connecting the head to the ink and compressed air systems. 
Overprints made at different ink pressures are shown below. 
 
Ink pressure is 0.2bar 
 
Ink pressure is 0.4bar 
 
Ink pressure is 0.6bar 
 
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Overprints made with the electromagnetic head look like printed in bold 
and blurred 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
The overprint is saturated 
with ink, ink drops mingle 
and the overprint spreads 
over the object. 
 
Overprints like this one occur when the print parameter Intensity is 
set too high. Overprints below are made at the rated pressure and 
different settings of the Intensity parameter. 
 
Intensity=50 
 
Intensity=70 
 
Intensity=100 
 
Intensity=200 
 
 
Overprints are slanted 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
Overprints are slanted to 
the left or right. 
 
Such overprints are made with the print head turned around its own 
axis. 
Position the print head properly by turning it in the head holder in 
such a way that all nozzles are aligned in the vertical direction. 
 
 




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Lower (upper) parts of overprints are distorted 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
Lower (upper) parts of 
overprints are distorted. 
Irregular ink splashes 
occur. 
 
Such overprints are made when the front of the print head is slanted 
down (up) and therefore lower (upper) nozzle outlets are more 
distant from the object than the other ones. 
 
 
 
 
 
OBJECT LABELLED 
A

B
Print head is slanted
B 
>
 A or A 
>
 B 
 
Level the print head by adjusting the head holder. 
 
Some vertical rows are missing in overprints 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
Some vertical rows are 
missing in overprints (this 
relates to the printers 
where the printing of 
vertical rows is timed by an 
external shaft-encoder). 
 
 
 
A

 MISSING ROW IN LETTER A 
PRINT 
HEAD 
 
Such overprints are made when the print rate is too high in the 
printers where the printing is timed by an external shaft-encoder 
(strictly speaking, the timing frequency is too high). 
Reduce the setting for Enc const p/m or Resol.dot/dcm in the 
PRINTING PARAMETERS  command - see  section  4.6 Adjusting 
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Overprints are not straight, they are wavy or jagged 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
Overprints are wavy or 
jagged. 
 
´  The head holder is fixed to the base that is subject to strong 
vibration and shocks. The head shakes during the printing. Fix 
the head holder to something more stable, that is not subject to 
vibration or shocks. 
 
´  Objects moving on the conveyor belt are subject to strong 
vibration or shocks. The objects should not vibrate or shake at 
the moment overprints are made on them. 
      
 
Mixed text names in the library – the battery is discharged 
PROBLEM REMEDY 
The following message appears on the 
terminal: 
BATTERY DISCHARGED !!! 
- MEMORY DAMAGED   !!! 
Names and contents of texts in the text 
library are mixed. 
All or some cells of the printer’s random-access memory 
where user-defined text names and contents are stored 
have been deleted for the following reasons: 
•  The battery has discharged and the memory is not 
power supplied. 
•  Strong interference might have occurred and 
changed the contents of the memory. 
After the discharged battery has been detected by the 
program and the printer has been switched on again, the 
following events will take place: 
•  The language selected by a user for communication 
with the printer is switched into English, 
• The message:  BATTERY DISCHARGED !!! 
  – MEMORY DAMAGED !!!  is 
displayed, 
•  The printer’s operation time is reset, 
•  The current date is set to 01.01.00, 
•  The current time is set to 00:00, 
•  The ink validity date is set to 01.01.00, 
•  The printer identifier and possibly the operation-time 
limit are retained, 
 
•  All information contained in RAM (texts, parameters 
and the current system data) is damaged, destroyed 
or at least dubious, 
•  A new bottle of ink will be required by the printer 
with a BOTTLE ALREADY CANCELLED message. 
Another message can also be displayed, if the bottle 
had been replaced before the printer is switched on. 
Select the clear memory service command and define 
text files again using the word processor. 




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6.5.  How to contact your service representative? 
The above paragraphs provide instructions on how to remove some printer faults. The 
faults can be corrected by the user without a need to call a service representative. In certain 
circumstances, however, any intervention by a service representative is not only desirable but 
necessary. Therefore before you call your service representative, collect some information to 
facilitate initial assessment of the fault. With this information your service representative can 
decide whether the printer has been operated improperly or some other fault has occurred. It 
also enables the service staff to prepare the visit to make this as efficient as possible. 
When reporting a printer failure, be ready to give the following information: 
1.  Type of the printer. 
2.  Type of the fault and after-effects. 
3.  Printer status at the time of failure: 
•  printer status displayed on the terminal (see section 4.3 Print Head Status), 
•  current settings for print parameters displayed on the terminal after the 
PRINTING PARAMETERS command has been selected, 
•  optional, non-standard equipment installed, if any. 
•  the history of errors available with the READ ERRORS REPORT command,  
•  version numbers of control programs that are available on selecting the OPTIONS 
command, 
•  ink, solvent and printer parameters available via the Ink Monitoring System (IMS) 
in the printer - the PRINTER/INK TYPE command. 
4.  What operations were being performed when the failure occurred. 
5.  Types and contents of subfiles of the entire text file printed, the overprint height (5, 7, 12, 
16, 25, 32 or 64 dots). 
The above information should be reported by telephone or faxed to your service 
representative. 
NOTE: 
Contact a service representative that is recommended by the local distributor. Only authorised 
service staff are able to offer you professional and prompt assistance whenever you find the 
printer operation unsatisfactory. 
 




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7.  Storage and Transportation 
7.1.  Storing the Printer 
Allowable climatic and mechanical exposure: 
• Storage temperature from -5°C to +50°C, 
• Relative humidity max. 90% without condensation, 
• Shocks: max. 1 g, max 2ms. 
1. The Printer Controller 
All user-defined text files and parameter blocks, and also other settings such as time, 
date, counters, etc. are stored in the printer memory. The memory is energised with 
a battery after the power supply has been switched off. The battery capacity is sufficient 
to maintain the memory for about 1 month after the mains has been switched off. After 
that time the Manufacturer cannot guarantee that the memory contents are maintained as 
the battery capacities vary according to the set. If the printer is not to be used for more 
than 1 month, connect the controller to the mains and leave it for about 5 hours to 
recharge the battery. 
Detach the controller from the mains by removing the power cord plug out of the outlet 
socket for storage. In addition, protect the machine against dust, exposure to aggressive 
vapours and gases and weather conditions. 
2. Electromagnetic Head 
Parts of the electromagnetic head system are filled with ink. If the head is stored 
unprotected for some time, ink may dry inside the system and choke nozzles and valves. 
If the electromagnetic head is to be out of service for over 3 weeks, secure it in the 
following way: 
a).  Install a bottle of solvent in place of the bottle of ink (the solvent should be suitable for 
the type of ink used). 
b).  Turn the nozzle outlets towards a waste dish. 
c).  Rinse the print head by pressing the rinse key 
 at the back of the head housing. 
Continue the rinsing until ink is completely replaced with solvent. Do not remove the 
solvent from the head or piping. 
d).  Reduce the air pressure to zero. 
e).  Detach the ink (solvent) pipe with a non-return valve on it from the ink inlet connector 
(the non-return valve protects ink from pouring out of the pipe and head). 
f).  Wash with solvent the front part of the print head (the nozzle plate) and valve sockets 
within the head connectors. Screw gland nuts on connector adapters within the head. 
g).  Protect the print head against dust, exposure to aggressive vapours and gases and 
weather conditions. The best way would be to put the head into a polyethylene bag, 
remove air from the bag, and close the bag tight. Protect the head against 
mechanical damage. 
NOTE: 
The heads must be filled with solvent for storage. The solvent does not contain water, 
prevents condensation of steam, and protects against corrosion. Only solvent 
recommended by the Manufacturer and suitable for the ink type should be used. 
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7.2.  Transporting the Printer 
The printer should be transported in its regular working position.   Avoid any excessive shocks 
or vibration. 
  
If there is a threat that the printing system (the controller, print head, ink system) may get 
tilted or be exposed to excessive shocks or vibration during the transportation, secure the unit 
in the following way: 
 
1.  Detach and remove the printer from its workplace. 
2.  Remove the bottle of ink and plug it with a cap to protect the ink from pouring out. 
3.  Remove the print head, ink system and connecting cables. 
4.  Protect the print head as for storage - see section 7.1 Storing the Printer 
5.  Wrap the printing system components (the controller, print head, ink system container, container 
and head fixtures and holders) with corrugated board or bubble foil - see Fig. 7.2.1  
6.  Wind up connecting cables and polyethylene piping to make a reel diameter of about 20cm and 
secure with packing tape. 
Place all secured parts in a cardboard box (the original transportation packing is 
recommended) and protect them against moving inside the box. Close the box and protect it 
from getting open accidentally. You can also use other packing to protect all parts against 
mechanical damage. Allowable mechanical shocks inside the packing must not exceed max 
1g, max 2ms. 
 
Bubble foil 
packing 
Fixtures & 
holders 
Ink system container 
with a pressure 
regulator and a bottle 
of ink 
Electromagnetic 
Head 
Cardboard packing 
Controller 
Cables and 
pipes 
Fig. 7.2.1. 
 
NOTE: 
The above procedure applies to the compressor-based printing system. The elements of a printing 
system a the pump-based ink system are described in the document entitled Ink System with an Ink 
Pump. 
 




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8.  Multi-head Ink-Jet Printers 
Considering label creation methods and materials to be labeled, the multi-head INK-JET 
printers have the same applications as single-head printers have. In terms of complexity, we 
should talk about a printing system instead of a simple printer. 
The multi-head systems are based on the series of EBS-1500 single-head printers. 
Each print-head can print a label independently from the other on an object (or a few objects) 
moving on a factory conveyor. 
A description of multi-head printing systems is contained in a separate document. 
 
 




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9. Technical Specifications 
1.  Technical Data for the Printer (mainly controller) 
•  Number of heads  1 or 2 dependant(
7
*), for 1-2 print head UPC 
EBS-1501(2) controllers, 
1 up to 6 dependant(*), for 1-6 print head UPC 
EBS-1506 controllers. 
•  Length of cable between the  
controller and print head normally 3m, max. 40m  for one 12-nozzle head , 
•  Character size  matrices: 5x5, 7x5 9x5, 9x7, 11x8, 12x6, 12x7, 14x9, 
16x10, 16x14, 25x15, 21x15, 32x18, 64x36,   (restricted 
by the type of print head used, i.e. by the maximum row 
height) 
•  Any combination of font types and sizes (up to the maximum row height), 
•  Bold face printing and an option to increase character thickness up to 15 times, 
•  Graphic images of any length and as high as the maximum row height, to be inserted at any 
place of the text file to be printed, 
•  A diversity of types of bar code and the optional ECC-200  Data Matrix (2D code, 
two-dimensional matrix symbology), 
•  The text file length limited by the 256kB memory capacity, with the maximum number of text 
files of 1024 (up to 2000 on request), 
•  A terminal and other service interfaces (for component parts of the printer refer to section 
2.3.1 Printer accessories): 
a) A built-in terminal equipped with a splash-proof alphanumerical keyboard and an LCD 
display as standard. 
b)  The built-in terminal can optionally be accompanied by an external personal computer (PC) 
which ensures the following: 
•  controls the operation of a single printer via the EdGraf program and an RS-232 interface 
with automatic negotiation of the transmission rate of 9600 Bd or 19200 Bd, for up to 
10 m-long cables, or an optional RS-485 interface for longer connecting cables, 
•  controls remotely a network of EBS printers of various types via the InkNet program and 
an RS-485 interface for the transmission rate of 19200 Bd. 
c)  An additional transmission interface (a so called special channel - option) whose 
specifications are consistent with those of the RS 232 interface, for transmission rates of up to 
38.4 kBd. 
•  Rotation-to-pulse converter (shaft-encoder - option) to be used with factory conveyors of 
varying feed rates, 
•  Power supply  100-240V/45-440Hz AC or 90-350V DC, 
•  Power consumption  10W (in the stop mode, without the print head, for UPC 
EBS-1501(2) controller), 
15 W (in the stop mode, without the print head, for UPC 
EBS-1506 controller) 
•  Working conditions 
Air temperature at the workplace: normally between +5°C and +40°C, 
 Relative humidity:  < 90% without steam condensation. 
                                                     
 
7
 Two print heads are dependant when the printing is released by a single common photo detector and timed with a single 
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•  Mechanical hazard vibration: < 1g at the frequency of < 10Hz, 
 shocks: < 1g for the maximum of 2ms, 
•  Weight  3350 g (UPC EBS-1501(2) controller with power supply 
cord), 
3770 g  (UPC EBS-1506 controller with power supply 
cord), 
  255 g (3m long cable) 
•  Dimensions   height:  95mm, 
 width: 300mm, 
 length: 237mm for UPC EBS-1501(2) controller, 
  300 mm for UPC EBS-1506 controller. 
2.  Technical data for the electromagnetic print head 
•  
•  Number of dots (nozzles), i.e. max. row height  5, 7, 12, 16, 25, 32, 64 nozzles, 
•  Dot diameter  0.85 mm 
(for a 120µm. nozzle), 
•  Maximum distance between dots in vertical direction  1,8 mm, 
•  Character height  6 ÷ MAX mm, where:  
MAX = (number of nozzles) *1,8 mm 
•  Height adjustment  by turning the print head, 
•  Distance between objects and the head  2 ÷ 20 mm, 
•  Head position during the printing  any, 
•  Ink type  spirit-  or  MEK-based 
•  Ink consumption  a. 25 ml/h. 
(intensity=70, working 
pressure =0.4 bar, feed=10m/min, letters 
and digits)
, 
•  Air temperature at the workplace  normally from +5°C to +40°C 
•  Compressed air (if a compressor system is used), free from impurities 
  Regulator upstream (inlet) pressure:  1 ÷ 10 bar, 
  Regulator downstream (outlet) pressure -working pressure:  0.2 ÷ 0.5 bar, not more than 1 bar, 
  A possibility of using a pump-based ink system 
•  Current input (UPC EBS-1501(2)  controller with maximum load):  0,51 A 
(at rated voltage of 
100 V) - 
0,22 A (at rated voltage of 
240 V)
. 
NOTE: 
a).  The maximum current input of the printing system depends on the following: 
•  the number and type of print-heads (number of nozzles), 
•  the print rate and intensity, 
•  the fill ratio, that is the proportion of the number of dots actually printed to the maximum 
number of dots resulting from the multiplication of the text length (the number of rows) by 
the maximal text height. 
b).  Current consumed by the print head(s) must not exceed the capacity of the power supply 
of a 24V controller, which is: 
  1,5 A for  1-2 head controller, 
  5 A for a 1-6 head controller. 
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•  Dimensions  diameter:  70 mm, for 7 to 16-nozzle print head, 
90 mm, for 25 and 32-nozzle print head. 
 length: 148 mm. 
•  Weight  7-nozzle print head:  826 g, 
12-nozzle print head:  835 g, 
16-nozzle print head:  873 g, 
25-noozle print head  1067 g, 
32-nozzle print head:  1113 g, 
64-nozzle print head:  1820   g. 
 
3. Functions and features that guarantee high comfort of operation and 
service 
•  automatic diagnosis of errors and failures, for example detection of no ink in the ink bottle, 
•  controlling the operation of external devices (e.g. stopping the conveyor) to follow the printer 
status (e.g. no ink error), 
•  the printer design and software are able to accommodate a greater number of fonts, special 
text files and to ensure the operation of a network of printers, which are linked into a PC-type 
host computer, 
•  all external connectors are located on one housing wall to enable the user to position the 
printer in a corner of the room. 
 




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Appendix A - Layout of Cyrillic Characters on the Printer Terminal 
Keypad 
The layout of Cyrillic on the keypad of the printer terminal is shown in the picture 
below. The characters are available after the subtext type has been set to Text in the 
processor parameters and the character matrix (the Char. set parameter) to that 
whose name starts with “Cyryl”. 
The Cyrillic characters marked on the keypad in blue are available at once. The 
Cyrillic characters shown in red are available after the 
¨ key has been pressed at 
first. Lower/upper case letters are available according to the position of the 
© and 
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Appendix B - Layout of Arabic Characters on the Printer Terminal 
Keypad 
The layout of Arabic on the keypad of the printer terminal is shown in the picture 
below. The characters are available after the subtext type has been set to Text in the 
processor parameters and the character matrix (the Char. set parameter) to that 
whose name starts with “Arabic”. 
Then the Arabic characters that are marked black on the keyboard are available right 
away. The Arabic characters marked red are available after the 
Y key has been 
pressed, whereas the characters marked blue are available after the 
¨ key has 
been pressed. 
 
 




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Index 
A 
air supply.............................................12, 15, 18, 79 
air pressure..................................12, 16, 90, 99 
alarm .................................13, 21, 65, 70, 73, 75, 79 
clearing ........................................21, 70, 73, 75 
ASCII………………………see SUBFILE >> TEXT 
ASCII CHARACTERS 
B 
bar code .....................see SUBFILE >> BAR CODE 
C 
code switch .....................................................13, 63 
emulated code switch ................................... 63 
connections...............................................14, 15, 94 
control panel .................... see OPERATION PANEL 
controller…………………7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 
20, 26, 65, 89, 90, 99, 100, 102, 103 
counter…………………..see SPECIAL REGISTER 
>> COUNTER 
CS ………………………see CODE SWITCH 
D 
display………………..…20, 22, 23, 27, 29, 31, 32, 
35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 50, 51, 52, 61, 62, 63, 65, 
74, 81 
graphic display…….21, 22, 23, 26, 32, 63, 64, 
68, 71, 78, 79, 84, 88, 89, 102 
window.................................... 22, 26, 36, 51, 65 
main window………………..22, 23, 27, 36, 
51, 66, 67, 68, 71, 73 
status window ................................ 26, 32, 73 
printer status window............ 22, 26, 68, 69 
terminal status window ......... 22, 28, 32, 78 
internal display (LED).................................... 80 
terminal display………….see DISPLAY >> 
GRAPHIC DISPLAY 
E 
EBS-6000 ............................................................. 65 
elektromagnet..................................... 89, 91, 92, 93 
encoder……………………see GENERATOR >> 
SHAFT-ENCODER 
Encoder constant………..see PRINTING >> PRINT 
PARAMETERS >> ENCODER CONSTANT 
F 
font ………………………..see MATRIX 
G 
generator…………………..31, 53, 54, 55, 56, 59, 
64, 75, 76, 78, 80, 81, 90, 102 
character generator.......................see MATRIX 
Shaft-encoder……….13, 15, 16, 53, 59, 60, 64, 
75, 76, 77, 78, 80, 81, 90, 96, 102 
H 
head 
electromagnetic head………………….6, 8, 10, 
13, 14, 16, 19, 57, 70, 78, 79, 88, 91, 93, 
95, 99 
head cover......................................... 15, 19, 91 
head gun .......................................................13 
head nozzle…………………………….8, 10, 18, 
20, 26, 53, 57, 58, 60, 61, 65, 79, 81, 82, 
83, 84, 85, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 95, 96, 99, 
102, 103, 104 
head status........................................ 22, 26, 98 
piezoceramic head ..........................................9 
I 
IMS …………………………see INK MONITORING 
SYSTEM 
ink 
ink filter........................................ 16, 19, 88, 89 
ink pressure......... 18, 69, 79, 89, 90, 91, 92, 94 




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Ink Monitoring System…………………13, 14, 16, 
68, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 98 
K 
key 
control key....................................22, 29, 35, 79 
function key..................................21, 27, 32, 84 
keypad…………………………………..9, 22, 23, 28, 
29, 43, 45, 46, 47, 49, 54, 63, 79, 81, 102, 105, 
106 
M 
matrix ........................29, 31, 78, 102, 104, 105, 106 
O 
operation panel ...............................................21, 52 
P 
parameter block library…………..see PRINTING >> 
PRINT PARAMETERS >> BLOCK 
PARAMETER >> LIBRARY 
password………………………….27, 36, 37, 38, 39, 
48, 51, 62, 63, 64, 65, 67, 71, 92 
photodetector…………………….10, 13, 14, 15, 39, 
41, 42, 55, 62, 63, 64, 80, 88, 90, 102 
power supply……………………..11, 12, 28, 37, 49, 
65, 68, 89, 99, 102, 103 
pressure…………………………..10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 
18, 19, 20, 58, 69, 79, 92, 94, 95, 103 
printer 
multi-head printer........................................ 101 
single-head printer ...................................... 101 
switching off .............................................20, 88 
regular mode................................................... 53 
switching on .............................................20, 79 
printing 
print parameters……………18, 37, 50, 53, 54, 
58, 59, 60, 61, 64, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 
82, 83, 85, 87, 90, 95, 98 
block parameter ................ 36, 37, 48, 49, 50, 53 
library ................................. 37, 50, 51, 53, 61 
Character Resolution ................................ 53, 59 
Conveyor Travel Speed .... 53, 60, 64, 75, 76, 77 
Counter Increment .................................... 53, 58 
Date Offset................................................ 53, 58 
Distance Between Overprints.................... 53, 56 
Encoder Constant ...................55, 56, 60, 64, 77 
Horizontal Direction................................... 53, 56 
Initial Distance........................................... 53, 55 
Ink Drop Intensity ................................ 53, 59, 92 
Number of Repetitions .............................. 53, 55 
Overprint Height ...................... 26, 53, 57, 58, 98 
Print Rate .......................... 59, 60, 75, 78, 81, 96 
Row Repetition.......................................... 53, 58 
Timing Mode ............................................. 53, 59 
Vertical Direction ....................................... 53, 55 
S 
Shaft-encoder…….see GENERATOR >> SHAFT-
ENCODER 
solenoid ............... see VALVE >> ELECTROVALVE 
solvent ................................ 9, 11, 20, 88, 90, 98, 99 
special channel................................. 10, 14, 48, 102 
special register……………..28, 31, 33, 39, 40, 41, 
42, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48, 58, 64, 81, 82, 83, 86 
counter………………..10, 31, 33, 39, 40, 41, 
42, 43, 44, 45, 58, 62, 63, 82, 92, 99 
Object Counters ................ 33, 37, 39, 40, 62, 63 
change counter.....................................62, 63 
decremental counter ..................9, 39, 40, 58 
global counter.......................................62, 63 
incremental counter........................ 39, 40, 58 
Universal Counter ......................... 41, 42, 43, 45 
auxiliary counter............................. 41, 42, 44 
main counter...................................41, 42, 44 
Data from Special Channel............................48 
Date and Time............................. 40, 65, 81, 87 
Expiry Date Registers....................................47 
Universal Date and Time...............................46 
speed indicator ......................................... 13, 16, 60 
subfile……………………………………28, 29, 31, 
32, 33, 34, 35, 39, 40, 41, 47, 48, 49, 50, 52, 
53, 55, 57, 58, 78, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 
98 
bar code9, 28, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 40, 48, 85, 
102 
bar code block........................................... 33, 34 
graphic subfile ......................................... 31, 32 
graphic block ................................................... 32 
Text - ASCII characters..................... 28, 29, 39 
Text file name................................................34 
system 
electromagnetic-head system........................99 
ink system…………………………………11,  12, 
13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 68, 70, 71, 73, 
74, 88, 89, 90, 91, 100, 103 
multi-head system ...................................6, 101 




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Ink Jet Systems
 
 EBS-1500 Series Printers User's Manual
 Index
 
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printing system…………………………7, 12, 13, 
68, 73, 100, 101, 103 
T 
text 
complex text file ............................................ 28 
simple text file ....................................28, 29, 79 
text file library.............27, 35, 36, 37, 47, 52, 79 
transponder.............................19, 20, 68, 70, 73, 74 
V 
valve ............................. 8, 10, 17, 19, 20, 91, 93, 99 
electrovalve ....................................... 10, 91, 92 
non-return valve ................................14, 17, 99 
W 
wash-up.......................................................... 11, 13 
working window………..see DISPLAY >> GRAPHIC 
DISPLAY >> WINDOW >> MAIN WINDOW 
 

EBS Ink-Jet Systems GmbH,

In the case of accident…

When ink or solvent spills occur, the spilled fluid should be wiped with a piece of absorbent material and then

removed in compliance with fire and health and safety at work (HSE) regulations.

If the clothing has been splashed, remove it as soon as possible.

Should the eyes or skin get irritated:

EYES

need to be rinsed with running water for at least 15 minutes, then you should see your oculist,

SKIN

needs to be washed with water and soap.

Before starting the printing system ensure that the appropriate operating conditions are satisfied, paying especial

attention to the following:

Power supply: 100-240V/45-440Hz (AC) or 90-350V (DC),

Head position during printing:

4.1.

Switching the Printer On

The ON/OFF power switch is situated on the right side wall of the unit next to the feeder cable. It

isolates both power leads from the mains (see item 1 in

If the printer controller and head connectors are all connected, it is enough to switch the power switch

to the ON position. Then, the starting procedure is initiated.

If no errors are displayed on the printer controller screen or signalled with a sound alarm during the starting

procedure, the printer is ready for printing. A detailed description of errors and alarms is contained in The

EBS-1500

Printer User’s Manual.

Piezoceramic print heads are heated up (over 5 ÷ 10 minutes) to the rating temperature of about 70°C (!!! MIND

THE HIGH TEMPERATURE !!!). If the START PRINT command is selected before the rating temperature has

been reached in the head, the command will not be executed (message UNIT NOT ACTIVE will be displayed).

4.2.

Operation Panel

The operation panel enables the

printer operator to control and

monitor the unit’s operation, and

initiate

actions

as

required in given circumstances.

It is also used for performing

such basic operations as turning

the print mode on or off, locating

faults, clearing alarms, etc. For

more details refer to chapter

Operating the Printer in The

EBS-1500

Printer User’s

Manual.

4.2.1. LCD display

The display area is divided into separate sections called windows.

4

Alte Ziegelei 19-25, D-51588 Nümbrecht, Germany.

horizontal.

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apro3 писал(а):

fabrika писал(а):
Попробуй вместо растворителя МЕТИЛЭТИЛКЕТОН (сокращённо МЭК ). Я заливал постоянно(лет на willitt-405 (8 штук)

Только не забывайте, пожалуйста, что МЭК — прекурсор. Со всеми вытекающими от сюда обстоятельствами.

P.S. Прекурсор — вещество, участвующее в реакции, приводящей к образованию целевого вещества. В частном случае — предшественник наркотических средств и психотропных веществ, включённых в «Перечень наркотических средств, психотропных веществ и их прекурсоров».

Да это прекурсор, но и родной растворитель, тоже относится к прекурсорам (об этом вас должен предупредить, сам продавец), так как, сделан из метилэтилкетона. Прекурсор- это список препаратов (такие как марганцовка, ацетон, серная кислота, уксус, и ещё ряд препаратов, которые могут быть у тебя в домашний аптечки или на кухни) , которые участвуют при приготовление наркотиков. В фильмах наверное видели, как наркоманы на кухне в столовой ложке наркотики варят, вот наши правители и решили поставить под свой контроль, весь этот процесс. Да они ещё забыли к прекурсорам внести дистиллированную воду. Закон серьёзный, к примеру: у кого ты покупаешь растворитель, он обязан дать данные в наркоконтроль, кому он продал. И наркоконтроль, может приехать тебе с проверкой (проверить свод правил: хранения, выдачи, отчётности, контроль расходности и перемещения). В Н.Новгороде они прошлись по институтским и школьным классам химии. В итоге выписка приличного штрафа. Я продавца спрашивал, как мне поступать, он меня уверил, что может предоставить документы на метилэтилкетон марки 9505 (это значит что там 5% специального вещества, которое предовращает приготовление наркотика), но это может, не является основанием для наркоконтроля.