Page 3 - Preface; This manual contains general information about:; Offline Features Manual for additional information.
Preface This manual contains general information about: • the features and functions of the 6020 ™ Online Series printers. • the general operation of the printer. • the maintenance of the printer. Models such as the 6021-WP have offline printing capabilities.Refer to the Offline Features Manual for ...
Page 4 - Terms to know; ii
Terms to know Programmingspecialist A programmer or individual withprogramming experience. The specialistwill provide the operator format and labeldata records which will be sent to theprinter. Host system Any mainframe, minicomputer, dataterminal, or personal computer. download (send) Transmitting ...
Page 5 - How This Manual Is Organized; Gives a basic overview about your printer.; Audience; Operator is the individual printing and applying labels.; iii
How This Manual Is Organized Chapter 1 Gives a basic overview about your printer. Chapter 2 Tells you what you need to do and know beforeusing the printer. Describes how to operate the printer to receive records and print labels. Chapter 3 It also describes data entry features available in your mode...
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Page 7 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Overview..............................................................................1 2. Getting Started ...................................................................3 About the Handle...........................................................4 Charging Time ...............
Page 12 - About the Handle; You can charge the handle with a:; Charging Time
About the Handle The printer is powered by a NiCad battery pack in the handle(power module). A NiCad battery lasts approximately twoyears with average daily use. When you first receive the printer, you will need to fully chargethe handle. You can charge the handle with a: • wall charger. ... or ... ...
Page 13 - Factors Affecting a Charge; Here are a few factors which affect how long a charge will last.
Low Battery Anytime you store the printer, keep a handle attached tomaintain the memory. However, you may need to recharge thehandle before the printer can be operated. While you are using the printer, the printer beeps when thepower is low, and displays a message: RECHARGE Turn the power off, switc...
Page 14 - Charging the Handles; When using the wall charger or storing it:; Plug the cord of the wall charger into the handle socket; Inspect the cord for bare wire; before each use of the wall; charger. Do not use the charger with bare wire.
Charging the Handles This procedure tells you how to charge the handle using thewall charger. When using the wall charger or storing it: • Do not wrap the cord around the transformer. • Do not pull or put unusual stress on the cord. To recharge the handle while it is on the printer, pushthe power sw...
Page 15 - Loading and Removing a Handle; Hold the latch down while you slide the handle to the rear; Latch; CAUTION
Loading and Removing a Handle 1. Push the power switch off (Figure 2). 2. Hold the latch down while you slide the handle to the rear and off the printer. 3. Slide a fully charged handle onto the printer until the latch clicks. PowerSwitch Handle(Power Module ) Latch Figure 2 CAUTION If the power is ...
Page 16 - Loading and Removing Supplies; Loading Supplies; Hubs
Loading and Removing Supplies The following steps are for the initial loading and removing ofsupplies (labels). Loading Supplies Check your management to see what supply size you need foryour printer. If you run out of supplies while printing, leave thepower on and skip Step 7. 1. Squeeze the side t...
Page 17 - Place the roll of supplies between the hubs. Rotate the; dust cover forward; slightly, so the hubs lock into the core; of the roll. Make sure the supply turns freely on the hubs.; Hold the printer upright. In one quick release action, slide; front and over the metal roller.; Guides
3. Place the roll of supplies between the hubs. Rotate the dust cover forward slightly, so the hubs lock into the core of the roll. Make sure the supply turns freely on the hubs. 4. Hold the printer upright. In one quick release action, slide both latch buttons, one on each side of the printer, to t...
Page 18 - If you don’t see the FORMAT? prompt, press; and start the loading procedure from the prompt.; Pull the backing paper down between the guides and; Trigger
7. Push the power switch on. The display shows a prompt. If you don’t see the FORMAT? prompt, press 5 and start the loading procedure from the prompt. 8. Press = 4 . The display shows: RELOADING 9. Pull the backing paper down between the guides and against the metal roller (Figure 5). 10. Pull the s...
Page 20 - until; Press the trigger to feed the backing paper out through the; to exit. You’ll see; Enter 1 for TYPE? A or enter 2 for TYPE? B; The supply type you enter can be found on the supply carton.
Removing Supplies 1. Open the dust cover until it locks (Figure 6). 2. Tear evenly across the supply strip and remove the roll of supplies. 3. Push the power switch on. If you don’t see FORMAT? prompt, press 5 until you see the prompt. 4. Press = 4 . The display shows: RELOADING 5. Press the trigger...
Page 21 - The Display; The Cursor; Using Alphanumeric Mode
The Display Your printer has a 16-character one line display that showsprompts, a cursor, and data. The Cursor The shape of the cursor tells which mode you are in. • A solid underline shows when you are in regular mode. _ • A blinking rectangle (cursor) shows when you are in shift mode. You must be ...
Page 22 - Using the Keypad; Figure 7. The Keypad
Using the Keypad The keypad consists of numbers and function keys. For onlineoperations you will use the keys listed later in Table 1. Figure 7. The Keypad Operator’s Handbook 14
Page 23 - Using the Function Keys; After you load supplies, press
Using the Function Keys Function keys are used to access special features such asloading supplies. For example, • At the FORMAT? prompt, press = 4 . You will see the message RELOADING and a blinking cursorindicating you are in shift mode. • After you load supplies, press 0 , then - to return to the ...
Page 24 - Table 1. Function Keys for Online Usage; To use a function, press; for the Clear function.; Offline Features Manual; Function Key
Table 1. Function Keys for Online Usage To use a function, press = , then press the function key. For example, press = , then press 0 for the Clear function. These keys are also used for models with offlineprinting capabilities. See the Offline Features Manual for more information. Function Key Desc...
Page 25 - Printing a Label; attach a fully charged handle.
3. Printing a Label Before you can print a label, you must have formats in memory.To receive format and label data records, you must: • attach a fully charged handle. • set the communications parameters using Format 81.See "Special Operating Features" for instructions aboutFormat 81. • conne...
Page 26 - Receiving Records; You’ll see a message indicating the printer is ready to
Receiving Records To exit online anytime without destroying data, press 5 until FORMAT? appears at the display. 1. Turn the printer on. 2. You’ll see a message indicating the printer is ready to receive records. WAITING If you don’t see the WAITING prompt: 1 • Turn the printer off then on again to s...
Page 27 - to exit
Receiving Label Data Records You can receive only one label data record at a time. Theprinter will not store label data records. You must have formats in your printer before printing alabel. 1. At the WAITING prompt, send label data from the host system. 2. You’ll see NOT READY and then READY displa...
Page 28 - Error Messages; Write down each message as you see it. Then; hold down the
Error Messages The printer detects record or communication errors anddisplays a message. Refer to Chapter 6, "Messages andTroubleshooting," for a listing of messages. Write down each message as you see it. Then hold down the 3 to clear the message. The WAITING prompt will appear. Report the ...
Page 29 - Sequential Counting; When the end count is reached during printing, you will see
Sequential Counting Sequential counting increases or decreases the count on aspecific position or group of numbers within a field. Thisfeature may or may not be used in your formats. When the end count is reached during printing, you will see *COUNT EXPIRED*. Press 3 and you’ll see PRINTED: 2 1 Pres...
Page 30 - Sequential Count Multiples; The sample below gives you an idea of how this feature works:; In the format, sequential count position = 5
Sequential Count Multiples Sequential count multiples works with sequential count fieldsand prints multiple labels before incrementing or decrementingthe count. Before you begin receiving records, which uses this feature,Format 86 must be enabled. See Chapter 4, "SpecialOperating Features" f...
Page 32 - Helpful Reminders
Helpful Reminders • Always start with a fully charged handle. • Attach the safety strap of the printer to your wrist duringoperations. • Don’t pound the printer when applying labels to items. • For optimal print quality, Monarch recommendsswitching to a fully charged handle before loading a newroll ...
Page 33 - Special Operating Features
4. Special Operating Features This chapter explains how to use the special features in yourprinter. The list below shows the feature name, format number,and password. Feature Name Format # Password Changing Date/Time Styles:Enable/Disable Feature 80 2 4 4 Set Communication Parameters 81 4 0 1 Settin...
Page 34 - Setting the Communication Parameters; Prompt
Setting the Communication Parameters Format 81 allows you to review the current settings for eachonline option. Then you can accept the current values orchange them. Check with your programming specialist for thevalues required by your host system. Prompt What You Do FORMAT? Enter 81, and press - . ...
Page 35 - Date and Time Feature; Setting the Date and Time; Press
Date and Time Feature The date and time feature allows you to set the internal clockand calendar in your printer. You can also change how thedate or time displays and prints. The first thing you must do is set the internal clock with thecurrent date and time. See "Setting the Date and Time."...
Page 41 - Alphanumeric Dates
Date Format Samples The date samples below use Thursday, January 24, 1991. Date Style Displays MMDDYY orMM/DD/YY 012491 or 01/24/91 DDMMYY orDD/MM/YY 240191 or 24/01/91 YYDDMM or YY/DD/MM 912401 or 91/24/01 Alphanumeric Dates 1 ... MAA. b DD, b YYYY JAN. 24, 1991 WA b MAA b DD b YYYY TH JAN 24 1991 ...
Page 42 - Displaying the Revision Level
Displaying the Revision Level This feature lets you see the revision level of your software.The first screen shows the kernel revision level; the secondscreen shows the date and time the software was updated. Ifyou call Monarch Service with a problem, give them theinformation from both screens. Foll...
Page 44 - Online Interface; What You Do; Send records from the host system.
Online Interface This feature lets you set your printer in receiving mode if youdecide to download more formats and label data records. Theprinter is ready to receive records when you see the WAITINGprompt. Reminder... Connect the printer to the host system with acable interface. See Chapter 7, "...
Page 45 - Currency Selection; Enter 91 and press
Currency Selection This function lets you select a currency format for price fields orinformation fields. Prompt What You Do FORMAT? Enter 91 and press - . CURRENCY? Enter 1-12, then press - . Return to the FORMAT? prompt. Currencyoptions are: 1 = DOLLAR 2 = DEUTCHMARK 3 = POUND 4 = KRONA 5 = FRANC ...
Page 46 - Creating a Check Digit Routine
Creating a Check Digit Routine The printer lets you design your own check digit routine. Youmust define the check digit routine before entering a format that requires a customer check digit. Prompt What You Do FORMAT? Enter 93 and press - . PASSWORD Press 5 0 0 . RECORD #? Enter 1-10 for the record ...
Page 49 - Care and Maintenance; This chapter contains:; Clearing the Supply and Backing Paper Tracks; Squeeze the tabs (Figure 8) on the dust cover and rotate it
5. Care and Maintenance This chapter contains: • Clearing the Supply and Backing Paper Tracks • Checking the Label Chute for Stuck Labels(when using label supplies only) • Cleaning the Print Head and Platen Roller Clearing the Supply and Backing Paper Tracks 1. Push the power switch off. 2. Squeeze ...
Page 50 - The motor may be hot.; Close the supply holder and squeeze the side tabs to; Label Track
5. Check the supply and backing paper tracks (Figure 9). The motor may be hot. • If the backing paper is wadded, tear the backing paper.Carefully pull the wadded paper out through the front ofthe printer. Remove any labels stuck in the track.Reload the supplies. • If the backing paper is free, lift ...
Page 51 - Checking the Label Chute for Stuck Labels; Slide the buttons to the rear again, the platen carrier will
Checking the Label Chute for Stuck Labels Hold the printer in an upright position. Slide the latch buttons (Figure 10) on each side of the printer to the rear with onequick release action. The platen carrier will partially open. 1. Slide the buttons to the rear again, the platen carrier will open co...
Page 52 - Cleaning the Print Head and Platen Roller; Clean the print head :; Remove the roll of supplies. Check the supply holder for; adhesive buildup, and clean with isopropyl alcohol.; Slide both latch buttons (Figure 12) to the rear twice and; release them to; completely open the platen carrier.; labels or adhesive buildup.; VOIDS
Cleaning the Print Head and Platen Roller Clean the print head : After 7-10 rolls of standard supplies. ✓ In high temperature or humid conditions. ✓ When you see voids in the print (Figure 11). In excessively dirty environments or with heavy usage, cleanthe print head and supply holder more often. M...
Page 53 - Platen Carrier
4. Lightly moisten a soft cloth with alcohol. 5. Clean the print head area (Figure 12) of all adhesive and label particles. 6. Also clean the platen roller and other surfaces that are shown. Special instructions are included in the 6076Cleaning Kit. 7. Press both sides of the platen carrier closed. ...
Page 55 - Messages and Troubleshooting; Messages; To clear a message from the screen, press; Message
6. Messages and Troubleshooting This section contains both informative and error type messages.If you cannot fix a problem, please contact Monarch Service. Messages To clear a message from the screen, press = 3 . Message Corrective Action COMM ERROR Hold down the 3 key until you see WAITING or FORMA...
Page 57 - When you see one of the messages listed below, make
Error Messages 1. When you see one of the messages listed below, make note of the message. ERROR - FFD8 ERROR - FFDA ERROR - FFDC ERROR - FFE0 ERROR - FFE8 ERROR - FFE2 ERROR - FFEA ERROR - FFEC ERROR - FFEE ERROR - FFF0 ERROR - FFF2 ERROR - FFF4 ERROR - FFF6 ERROR - FFF8 ERROR - FFFA ERROR - FFFC 2...
Page 58 - Troubleshooting; If you cannot fix a problem, please contact Monarch Service.; Problem; both sides of the platen
Troubleshooting If you cannot fix a problem, please contact Monarch Service. Problem Corrective Action No print on the supply. Make sure both sides of the platen carrier are closed. Make sure the supplies are loadedcorrectly. There may be an error in the format.Check with the programmingspecialist. ...
Page 61 - Specifications and Accessories; Specifications; volt lithium battery maintains memory; Accessories; TC6021FMKT Format Reference/Programmer’s Manual
7. Specifications and Accessories Specifications Weight: 1.98 lbs. (.89 kg) Storage andOperating 40˚F to 104˚F Limits: (4˚C to 43˚C) Battery Power: 12 volt; charging takes approximately 8 hours,1 power module (handle) with a wall charger.- 6090 Charger takes approx. 5 hours.- 6094 Charger takes appr...
Page 63 - Index
Index A Accessories 53Alphanumeric 13Alphanumeric mode 13 B Backing paper clearing 41 Battery NiCad 4 Battery charge factors affecting 5 Battery handle 4 - 5, 7 charging 4, 6charging time 4loading 7low 5removing 7 Baud Rate communication parameters 26 C Charging battery 4, 6 Check digits creating a ...
