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Print Conversion System Model 813 Owner ’ s Manual.
Copyright © 2009, 3M. All rights reserved. Print Conversion System Model 813 Owner’s Manual 78-8129-3227-1, Rev B 3M is a trademark of 3M. SanDisk and ImageMate are registered trademarks of SanDisk Corp. CompactFlash is a registered trademark of the CompactFlash Association.
Contents Safety information .. .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . 1 Intended use .. . .
C o n t e n t s 3M Service . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . . 47 Information to gather .
Safety information Please read and understand all safety information contained in these instructions prior to using your 3M TM Print Conversion System Model 813.
S a f e t y i n f o r m a t i o n W arnings T o reduce the risk associated with tipping over Model 813 components due to placement on an unsuitable desk or countertop: • Ensure that the furniture onto which system components are placed is strong enough and provides a low slip surface to safely hold the equipment to prevent tipping or falling.
S a f e t y i n f o r m a t i o n Printer media and ribbon CAUTION Always use high-quality , approved tags and ribbons. If adhesive backed tags are used that DO NOT lay flat on the backing strip, the exposed edges may stick to the tag roll guides and rollers inside the printer , causing the tag to peel off from the strip and jam the printer .
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Regulatory compliance FCC compliance statement — regular volume printer Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Introduction About your 3M TM Print Conversion System Model 813 The Model 813 has been designed to reliably , accurately and economically program and print high-quality 3M RFID tags used to identify the items in your collection, from books and magazines to films and CDs/DVDs.
I n t r o d u c t i o n T raining your staff A key element of any loss prevention effort is a successful staff training program. Y our system will be much more ef fective with the active participation.
Operating procedures Before you perform any of these procedures, make sure that the system has been installed and configured as described in the Reference sections of this manual and related documentation.
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s Printing RFID tags Print RFID tags using one of the two following procedures (regular volume printer , high volume printer).
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s CAUTION If you enter one or more item IDs when the printer is not in the READY state, tags will immediately begin to print, without stopping, when the printer is put back into the READY state. 8. Scan or otherwise enter barcode information as described in the online Staff Help (click the “?” button).
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s 5. If necessary , press the Pause button once to put the printer in the READY state (Pause indicator OFF). If Pause remains ON or other errors are displayed, refer to the following tables and the T roubleshooting section in this manual to correct any errors before proceeding.
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s Off Normal operation. No data being received or processed. On The printer is processing data or is printing. No data is being received. DA T A Flashing The printer is receiving data from or sending status information to the host computer .
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s LEFT ARROW Changes the parameter values. Common uses are to decrease a value, to answer “no,” to scroll through choices, or to change the cursor position while entering the password. RIGHT ARROW Changes the parameter values.
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s Programming and applying RFID tags Note: Refer to the online Staff Help (click the “?” button) for complete RFID tag programming and application instructions. Programming and applying RFID tags with the Model 813 follows this general sequence: 1.
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s 5. Lower the dispenser door (below left) and, if necessary , switch on the peel-off mode “label-taken” sensor (below left). 6. If necessary , adjust the width of the internal tag roll holders (below left) so the tag roll easily passes between them.
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s High volume printer — loading a tag roll CAUTION While performing tasks near an open print head, remove rings, watches, necklaces, identification badges, or other metallic objects that could touch the print head.
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s 10. Extend the tag roll leader out from the print head and thread the leader as shown on the previous page, from the platen roller down to the rewind spindle. 1 1. Remove the hook from the rewind spindle as shown below .
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s 5. Press the right side of the take-up spool onto the take-up hub (see previous page). Note: Y our first ribbon take-up spool is in the shipping box. Each time you load a new ribbon, use the empty supply ribbon spool as the take-up spool for the next roll of ribbon.
O p e r a t i n g p r o c e d u r e s 3. Place the ribbon roll on the holder (below right) so it will unroll clockwise. Push the roll as far as it will go onto the holder . 4. Before you thread the ribbon, it is recommended that you tape a leader to the end of the ribbon to facilitate threading.
Reference — Equipment specifications Customer-supplied computer and monitor Operating System W indows XP® Professional, SP2 or SP3 W indows V ista® Business or higher, SP1 Processor 800 MHz minimu.
R e f e r e n c e — E q u i p m e n t s p e c i f i c a t i o n s 3M TM RFID pad (antenna) RFID Pad Model P12 Dimensions Length: 1 1.4 in. (28.9 cm) W idth: 11.4 in. (28.9 cm) Height: 0.6 in. (1.5 cm) Read range At least 8 in. (20.3 cm) with a 3M RFID tag in the center of the RFID pad Note: Metal surfaces within 2 in.
R e f e r e n c e — E q u i p m e n t s p e c i f i c a t i o n s 3M-supplied CF card reader/writer SanDisk ® ImageMate ® CompactFlash ® Card Reader/Writer Dimensions Length: 3.13 in. (7.95 cm) W idth: 2.38 in. (6.05 cm) Height: 0.75 in. (1.90 cm) W eight 1.
R e f e r e n c e — E q u i p m e n t s p e c i f i c a t i o n s 3M-supplied regular volume printer Zebra ® Model TLP 2844–Z ™ ™ ™ Dimensions Length: 9.75 in. (24.77 cm) W idth: 7.9 in. (20.1 cm) Height: 6.8 in. (17.3 cm) W eight 3.2 lbs. (1.
Reference — Hardware installation When you first received your Model 813, it most likely was installed and configured by 3M personnel. The following instructions and references are provided in case you need to move or replace system components. W ARNING Do NOT alter system power cords, e.
R e f e r e n c e — H a r d w a r e i n s t a l l a t i o n Install 3M TM RFID reader and RFID pad RFID pad placement The RFID pad is typically placed on a flat, non-metallic surface in a convenient location near the computer and monitor . The pad also can be mounted beneath a desktop or countertop with the kit provided for that purpose.
R e f e r e n c e — H a r d w a r e i n s t a l l a t i o n 3. Slide the RFID pad into the clips as shown. 4. Fasten the fourth clip with the included screw .
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Reference — Printer driver and printer installation Be sure to read ALL of the following notes and procedures BEFORE you install or uninstall the 3M printer driver . Administrator rights Important: Do not attempt these procedures if you do not have administrator rights in either Windows XP or W indows V ista.
R e f e r e n c e — P r i n t e r d r i v e r a n d p r i n t e r i n s t a l l a t i o n 4. Select Install fr om a list or specified location (Advanced) , then select only the checkbox for Include this location in the search and browse to the CD Driver directory .
R e f e r e n c e — P r i n t e r d r i v e r a n d p r i n t e r i n s t a l l a t i o n 10. Right-click on the printer that was installed, select Properties > Advanced , click Printing Defaults and select or enter the default settings listed in the following table.
R e f e r e n c e — P r i n t e r d r i v e r a n d p r i n t e r i n s t a l l a t i o n Device Options Speed Settings… — Print Speed: 2.00 in/Sec — Slew Speed: 2.
Reference — Conversion Station software installation Perform the following procedures in the order presented to install 3M Conversion Station software. Note: The following procedur es must be performed AFTER you install the Model 813 printer driver and printer (see previous topic).
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Maintenance Cleaning — general Periodically clean the exposed surfaces of Model 813 components as follows: Note: Always TURN OFF system components before cleaning. • DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners on the RFID pad. Gently rub the pad with a soft cloth dampened with a mild cleaning solution.
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T roubleshooting RFID pad does not read tags • Make sure that the items that you are trying to read are equipped with 3M RFID tags. • Make sure that the RFID reader’ s Green power light is flashing, indicating that the reader has power .
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Printer problems/solutions Regular volume printer — LED status indicators LED Status Printer Status Resolution Off Off Printer is not receiving power . Have you turned on printer power? Check power connections from the wall outlet to the power supply , and from the power supply to the printer .
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g High volume printer — LCD display messages LCD Display — Printer Condition Possible Cause Recommended Solutions In thermal transfer mode, ribbon is not loaded or is incorrectly loaded. Load ribbon correctly . In thermal transfer mode, ribbon sensor is not detecting ribbon that is loaded incorrectly .
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g CAUTION An improperly connected print head data cable or power cable can cause these error messages. The print head may be hot enough to cause severe burns. Allow the print head to cool. The print head data cable is not properly connected.
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g DEFRAGMENTING (Printer stops.) The printer is defragmenting memory . CAUTION Do NOT turn of f the printer power during defragmenting. Doing so can damage the printer . Allow the printer to finish defragmenting. If you get this error message frequently , check your label formats.
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W arranty Effective 12-12-05 One Y ear Library Systems Product Performance Guarantee: Subject to the Limitation of Liability below , 3M guarantees your satisfaction with the performance of any 3M Libr.
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Obtaining 3M printer supplies T o order 3M RFID tags, printer ribbon and other supplies in the U.S., call 1–800–328–0067, option 2. Outside the U.
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3M Service Information to gather Before you call for service, please have following information available: • The name, address, and telephone number of your facility • A description of the problem.
3M Library Systems 3M Center , Building 225-4N-14 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 www .3M.com/library.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il 3M 813 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del 3M 813 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso 3M 813 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul 3M 813 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il 3M 813, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del 3M 813.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il 3M 813. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo 3M 813 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
