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For Win XP....................................................................... 52
For Windows Vista............................................................ 56
Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 59
LED Diagnosis ..................................................................... 59
Miscellaneous ....................................................................... 62
Recovery .............................................................................. 63
Caring for Your Printer.......................................................... 64
Cleaning ............................................................................... 64
Thermal Print Head........................................................... 64
Paper Sensor ..................................................................... 64
Technical Reference ................................................................ 67
General Specifications .......................................................... 67
Fonts, Bar Codes and Graphics Specification ........................ 70
Printer Programming Language A, PPLA.......................... 70
Printer Programming Language B, PPLB .......................... 71
Printer Programming Language Z, PPLZ (OS-214Zip)...... 72
Interface Specifications......................................................... 73
Serial ................................................................................ 73
Connection with host: ....................................................... 74
Parallel (Centronics) ......................................................... 76
Auto Polling...................................................................... 76
Appendix I - Installing Dispenser Kit .................................... 77
Top Cover............................................................................. 77
Middle Cover........................................................................ 78
Base Housing........................................................................ 79
Appendix II - Installing the Cutter ........................................ 82
Appendix III - Installing the Extension Card
...... 85
1
Getting Started
Congratulations on choosing the Argox OS Series desktop
barcode printer. This manual will help you get to know your new
printer. There are two parts to this manual, an operation guide
and related information. The operation guide is illustrated to help
you quickly become familiar with the printer. The related
information includes troubleshooting, maintenance and technical
information for your reference.
Unpacking
After receiving your printer,
please check for possible shipping
damage:
1. Inspect the outside of both the box and the printer for
possible damage.
2. Open the top cover of the printer to see if the media
compartments are in order.
Note: If damage has occurred, contact your shipping company
immediately to file a claim.
3. Check whether you have received the following
accessories together with the printer. If there are any
items missing, please contact your local dealer.
