Martel Printer Quick Setup Guide
Your new Martel printer uses
rechargeable
batteries, not replaceable
batteries, to power the printer. The printer comes with a
CHARGER
that is
NOT A POWER SUPPLY
. Therefore, if the charger batteries do
become discharged, they must be charged for up to 4 hours before the
printer will work correctly. It will not function properly by simply plugging it
in. For best results, follow the instructions below.
1. Install batteries
— The printer uses 4 AA size NiMH (Nickel Metal
Hydride) rechargeable batteries that are included with the printer.
2. Fully charge the batteries
— Connect the charger to the printer,
then plug the charger-transformer into a standard AC power outlet.
After a few seconds, the printer’s green LED will flash about once per
second while the batteries are charging. When the batteries are fully
charged, the LED will stop flashing. For best results, fully charge the
printer batteries overnight for 16 hours before using the printer.
3. Using the printer
— Once the printer batteries are charged,
you can perform a self-test of the printer. With the printer LED
off, hold down the MODE button for a few seconds then release.
The printer will turn on and print a self-test. Your printer is now
ready for use. For best results, make sure to aim the IR LED on
the tester directly at the IR receiver on the front of the printer. If
you move the tester away from the printer or aim in the wrong
direction, the printout may contain gibberish.
4. Printer storage and placement
— If you use the printer every
day,
you can leave the charger plugged in at all times
.
If you
don’t use the printer often, make sure to charge the batteries at
least every 2–3 weeks as described in step 2 above. If the batteries
remain uncharged for long periods of time, they will need charging
before use. Eventually, the batteries may no longer accept a
charge and will need to be replaced.
5. Battery replacement
— The rechargeable batteries will last up to
a year or more, depending on how often they are used and how
well they are maintained. When they fail to hold a charge or last
only a short time after charging, you can purchase replacement
AA NiMH rechargeable batteries anywhere batteries are sold.
NOTE: Be sure to purchase rechargeable batteries as
specified
—
using the printer charger with regular alkaline
batteries will damage those batteries and the printer.
