Phoenix Contact THERMOFOX Manuale utente
User manual
Operating the THERMOFOX
thermal transfer printer
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Table of contents
1 For your safety ............................................................................................................7
1.1 Field of application.......................................................................7
1.2 Safety notes.................................................................................7
2 Starting up the printer .................................................................................................8
2.1 Checking the scope of supply......................................................8
2.2 Overview of the device ................................................................9
2.3 Connecting the power supply ....................................................10
2.4 Inserting the material cartridge ..................................................11
2.5 Switching on the device.............................................................11
3 Operating elements ..................................................................................................12
3.1 Display.......................................................................................14
3.2 Menu .........................................................................................16
4.1 Creating the marking on the display...........................................24
4.2 Creating the marking on the PC.................................................33
5.1 Cleaning ....................................................................................34
5.2 Troubleshooting.........................................................................36
5.3 Repairs ......................................................................................40
5.4 Firmware update........................................................................40
5.5 Disposal.....................................................................................40
6.1 Technical data ...........................................................................41
6.2 Ordering data for accessories....................................................42
6.3 Overview of the symbols............................................................43
6.4 Approvals ..................................................................................46
For your safety
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1 For your safety
1.1 Field of application
The THERMOFOX is a portable thermal transfer printer for industrial use. The
thermal transfer printer prints self-adhesive and non-adhesive labels and heat-
shrinkable tubes for marking electrical components. The THERMOFOX uses spe-
cial material cartridges that contain the material as well as the corresponding ink
ribbon. Only use material cartridges that are provided for the THERMOFOX by
Phoenix Contact.
1.2 Safety notes
Risk to operational reliability
Incorrect operation or modifications to the device can endanger your safety or
damage the printer. Do not repair the product yourself. If the device is defective,
please contact Phoenix Contact.
Explosion hazard, fire hazard, and health hazard if batteries are used incor-
rectly
– Only use dry batteries in a proper condition.
– Never damage the batteries (e.g., by throwing, pressing on the battery or using
sharp objects). Never expose the batteries to high levels of heat (e.g., caused
by fire or sunlight). Never let the batteries come in contact with moisture or salt
water.
– Pay attention to the correct polarity when inserting the batteries.
– Only charge the battery in the THERMOFOX or in the designated charger
(THERMOFOX/CHARGER, 0805012). Do not use any other chargers, e.g.,
cigarette lighter socket in the car.
– Temperature range when charging the battery: 0°C ... 45°C
– Store the battery separately in a dry and cool place.
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Damage to the device
– Do not operate the printer near high-voltage lines.
– Only operate the printer in a dry location protected from spray.
– Protect the printer and printing materials from humidity, moisture, and dirt.
– Only connect the printer to systems that have a protective extra low voltage.
– To operate the printer with connection to a mains power supply, only use the
provided wide range power supply unit (THERMOFOX/ADAPTER, 0805010).
2 Starting up the printer
2.1 Checking the scope of supply
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– Printer
– Brief instructions
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– Printer
– Battery (THERMOFOX/ACCU, 0805009)
– Wide range power supply unit with four adapters for different sockets
(THERMOFOX/ADAPTER, 0805010)
– USB cable
– Two material cartridges
– Vinyl polymer, 18 mm, white (MM-EMLF (EX18)R C1 WH/BK, 0803939)
– Polyamide, 18 mm, white (MM-EMLC (EX18)R C1 WH/BK, 0803936)
– DVD with driver and CLIP PROJECT Marking software. The DVD also con-
tains this user manual in several languages.
– User manual
Unpacking
•Check the printer for transport damage.
Starting up the printer
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2.2 Overview of the device
Figure 2-1 Overview
1Socket for USB connection
2Socket for power supply unit
3Cutter for continuous media
4Compartment for material cartridge
5Battery compartment
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2.3 Connecting the power supply
The THERMOFOX can be supplied with power in different ways.
– Batteries (6x AA alkaline)
– AC wide range power supply unit (THERMOFOX/ADAPTER, 0805010)
– Battery (THERMOFOX/ACCU, 0805009)
If the THERMOFOX is connected to the power supply via the power supply unit, the
battery in the THERMOFOX is automatically charged. The battery can also be
charged using an external charger (THERMOFOX/CHARGER, 0805012).
Connecting the power supply unit
The THERMOFOX is designed for power grids from 100 to 240 V AC. Only con-
nect the THERMOFOX to sockets with a ground conductor contact.
Only use the provided wide range power supply unit
(THERMOFOX/ADAPTER, 0805010).
Figure 2-2 Mains connection
•Slightly tilt the relevant adapter and place it onto the front side of the power
supply unit and press the adapter down. To remove the adapter, pull the slider
on the base element in the direction of the cable.
•Insert the connecting cable of the power supply unit in the socket of the printer.
•Connect the power supply unit to a grounded socket with a ground conductor
contact.
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