Honeywell MP COMPACT MARK III, User Manual

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Chapter 2 — About the Printer Basics
6 MP Compact4 Mark III User Guide
Learn About the Printer Models
The MP Compact4 Mark III printer family, hereafter referred to as “the printer,”
blends the rugged durability of die-cast construction with state-of-the-art
electronics and user-friendly features to redefine the standard in industrial
thermal printers. The printer’s USB, RS-232 serial, or wired and optional
wireless LAN connectivity allows easy interfacing to any host system.
This manual provides all the information necessary to operate the printer.
To print labels or tags, simply refer to the instructions included with the software
you have chosen to create the labels. A Windows
®
printer driver can be found
on our website ( www.honeywellaidc.com ) or on the included CD for printing
from common applications. If you wish to write a custom program, a copy of the
Class Series 2 Programmer’s Manual can also be found on the CD.
Identify the Printer Box Contents
After removing the printer from the packaging material, check the contents. The
following items should be included:
• Printer
• Power cord
• Serial cable (p/n: 502542)
• CD and documentation
• Any special or additionally purchased items
Additional Requirements
The following items are necessary for generating labels from your printer.
Contact your customer support or sales representative for advice on which
media and software may best be suited for your application.
• USB cable
• Ethernet cable for optional LAN connectivity
• Applicable label media
Note : It is a good idea to save all packaging materials in the event that shipping
the printer is ever required.