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Declaration of ConformityDeclaration de ConformitéUbereinstimmungserklärungDichiarazione di ConformitàID DoC-22834571-ER4Manufacturer’s name and addre

8-10 AccessoriesRewinding directly onto the Rewind Axle

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-111 To rewind directly onto the rewind axle the spring (21) must be removed. Loosen the screws (20) and remove the spring (2

8-12 AccessoriesRewinding onto 3 in (76 mm) Cardboard Core

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-131 For this operation mode, the spring must be removed from the rewind axle as described in the previous chapter. Loosen th

8-14 AccessoriesRewinding onto 1.56 in (40 mm) Cardboard CoreNote: For rewind mode the spring on the rewind axle must be mounted.

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-151 Use a cardboard core (20) which is about .04 in (1 mm) wider than the label strip2 Put the cardboard core (20) onto the

8-16 AccessoriesExternal Rewinder (ER4)Intended Use• The device is manufactured in accordance with the current technological status and the recognized

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-17EnvironmentObsolete devices contain valuable recyclable materials that should be sent for recycling.• Send to suitable col

8-18 AccessoriesDevice OverviewER41 Switch Rotating Direction2 Rewind Axle3 Roll4 Guide Axle5 Rewind Adapter6 Flange7 Clamp8 Power Switch9 Power Input

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-19Contents of DeliveryCheck the external rewinder for damage in transit and totality.Contents of delivery:• External Rewinde

Declaration of ConformityDeclaration de ConformitéUbereinstimmungserklärungDichiarazione di ConformitàID DoC-22834571-CS4Manufacturer’s name and addre

8-20 AccessoriesSelection of the Rewind DirectionThe selection of the rewind direction is depend of using an inside or outside wound label.Turn off th

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-21Aligning the Guide AxleDepend of the used printer the guide axle should be aligned so, that the label strip is led horizon

8-22 AccessoriesRewinding Directly onto the Rewind Axle1 Loosen the screws (1) and remove the spring (2).Note: First remove the spring (2) from the re

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-232 Feed the label strip over the guide axle (9) and under the roller (8) to the rewind axle (7).3 Attach the label strip ap

8-24 AccessoriesRewinding onto 40 mm (1.6 in) Cardboard CoreNote: Make sure that the spring (1) is mounted on the rewind axle (2)!Consider that the ca

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-251 Put the cardboard core (3) on the rewind axle (2).2 Feed the label strip over the guide axle (8) and under the roller (7

8-26 AccessoriesRewinding onto 76 mm (3 in) Cardboard CoreNote: First remove the spring from the rewind axle!Consider that the cardboard core (3) shou

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-271 Put the first rewind adapter (3) onto the rewind axle (4) and slide it up to the disc (1) until it stops. Make sure that

8-28 AccessoriesExternal Unwinder (EU4)The external unwinder is used if the label roll outside diameter is greater than 8 inches and/or the roll is he

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-293 Flanges (2)4 Winding Adapters (2)5 Screws (8)Placing the UnwinderWhen you switch between outside and inside wound materi

8-30 AccessoriesPlacing the unwinder for inside wound labelsMedia LoadingThe mounting steps depend on the cardboard core of the chosen material roll.

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-31the roll. Fix the winding adapters (4) on the flanges (3) by using the screws (5) included in the delivery content.Prepari

8-32 Accessories• Slide the flange (3a) on the winding axle (2) so that the attachment of the flange points to the outside.• Align the flange (3a) so

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-33Retaining Rolls with 3 in (76 mm) Cardboard Core on the Winding AxleMounting the winding axle• Slide the flange (3a) on th

8-34 AccessoriesInsertion of the Prepared Winding AxleUnwinding from a roll with outside wound labelsUnwinding from a roll with inside wound labels• H

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-35• Insert the material according to the instructions of the printers operator`s manual.• Align the unwinder to the printer

8-36 AccessoriesLabel Present Sensor (PS6)Product DescriptionThe Present Sensor PS6 is optional for P-version-printers. These printers are equipped wi

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-37Operation ModesTo position the jumper correctly, pull the jumper (4) carefully from the pins on the circuit board (2) and

8-38 AccessoriesThe print of a label is executed if:• A print job is available• There is no label waiting to be removed from peel position• The trigge

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-39Safety InstructionsMounting1 Switch off the printer.2 2. Slide the guiding pins (2) of the module (3) according to arrow A

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 1Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t sChapter 1: Introduction & Installation ...

8-40 Accessories4 Secure the module (3) by tightening the screw (4).Printer ConfigurationOnce the module is connected to the printer it will be recogn

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-41initial offset value of “0“causes the printed label to be peeled off from the liner leaving approximately a .1“(2mm) wide

8-42 AccessoriesOverview SignalsFor use in a network environment or with a switch, the Present Sensor PS6 is equipped with a peripheral interface to a

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-43Explanation of the Signals• PIN1 - XSTART - StartThe activation of the signal XSTART triggers the start of printing a labe

8-44 AccessoriesIn this state the contact between PIN5 and PIN14 is opened.• PIN6 - XDNB - Printer is not readyAn error has occurred on the printer.Th

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-45In operation mode 2 and 3 “Print on demand”, connect the signal STA (PIN13) with GND (PIN12)• PIN14 - RUEL - Reverse line

8-46 AccessoriesThe switch function of the outputs is to open or close the contact between the joint line RÜL and the respective output.Examples Exter

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8-48 AccessoriesPause Adapter PS7Product DescriptionThe Pause Adapter allows an external control of the Pronto! 482/486/682/863. This external control

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-49Mounting the Pause AdapterWhen operating with the Pause Adapter, solely the front cover (1) has to be replaced by the Paus

2 Pronto! 482/486/682/863Chapter 5: Configuration ... 5-1Conf

8-50 Accessories3 Angle the Pause Adapter (3) slightly and slide it according to arrow A inserting the guiding pins (5) under the control panel cover

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-51When the pause signal (XPSE) is getting active during a print job, the printer finishes the current printed label. Then th

8-52 AccessoriesExplanation of the Signals• XPSE - PauseIf the pause signal XPSE becomes active the printer will finish the current printed label. The

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-53signal is active. On inactive pause signal the printer continues the print job at the pause position.XPSE is active when c

8-54 Accessories• RXFEH - Reverse line of the signal XFEH• RUEL - Reverse line (for all output signals)• 24P - Operating voltage +24V, Si T 100mAThe p

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-55Minimum external circuit for operation with Pause Adapter PS7Circuit Diagram of OutputsAll outputs are recognized through

8-56 AccessoriesWLAN-CardFunctionThe WLAN-card 802.11 b/g allows to link a printer to a wireless network which contains a Wireless Access Point. The a

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-57SetupSet the following parameters of the menu Setup > Interfaces > Wireless LAN 802.11 matching to the configuration

8-58 AccessoriesExternal Operating PanelDelivery Contents• External Operating Panel• Cable SUB-D-9 socket - USB A• 2 Screws DIN7984-M4x10FunctionThe e

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-59Mounting• Prepare the installation point for the external operating panel as shown in the drilling template. Dimensions ar

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 3Chapter 8: Accessories ... 8-1Cu

8-60 AccessoriesAntistatic BrushDelivery Contents•Antistatic Brush• 2 Screws DIN7984-M4x6• Washer DIN125-A4.3FunctionThe antistatic brush is made to r

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-613 Tighten the screw (3).4 Mount the rear cover.5 Put the antistatic brush (5) with the lower elongated hole onto the threa

8-62 Accessories

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-1Chapter 9: CU4 Cutter AccessoryThis chapter contains the following sections:• Cutter - Describes available cutter types• Sa

9-2 CU4 Cutter AccessoryCutterCutterThe Cutter is an optional peripheral device. With the cutter unit installed, labels or continuous material may be

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-3Safety InstructionsCAUTION!• Switch off the before attaching the cutter!• Risk of injury, particularly during maintenance,

9-4 CU4 Cutter AccessoryMounting the Tear-off Plate / Dispense PlateFor cutter operation there has to be mounted a tear-off plate or a dispense plate

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-5Mounting the Cutter Tray1 Loosen the screws (1).2 Place the cutter tray (2) on the screws (1) in front of the tear-off plat

9-6 CU4 Cutter AccessoryMounting the CutterIn order to install the cutter, the front cover is to be removed.1 Turn the printer off. Open the media cov

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-7Printer ConfigurationOnce the cutter is connected to the printer, the printer will automatically recognize it on turn on. O

4 Pronto! 482/486/682/863Mounting... 8-39P

9-8 CU4 Cutter AccessoryBackfeedIn cut mode, the media will be stopped in a position where the leading edge of the following label has already been mo

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-9OperationStandard OperationThe printer is ready for operation when all connections have been made and all materials are loa

9-10 CU4 Cutter AccessoryLubricationTo guarantee of a normal function of the cutter the cylindrical area (1) of the circular blade (2) must be greased

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-11CleaningDuring the normal operation of the cutter, particles of dust and paper can accumulate inside the cutter. Remove th

9-12 CU4 Cutter Accessory2 Grease the circular blade according to Lubrication on page 9-10.Changing the Blades1 Turn the printer off and dismount the

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-13If you don`t want to change the linear blade you can skip to step 9.6 Take the spring (6) and the linear blade (11) from t

9-14 CU4 Cutter Accessory1 Tighten the bearing plate (15) with the screws (8) at the profile (7). Keep the bearing plate in position and push it sligh

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 9-154 Tighten the screw (8) for arresting the circular blade.Caution: If you tight screw (8) too strong, you could damage the

9-16 CU4 Cutter Accessory

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-1Chapter 10: CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryThis chapter contains the following sections:• CS4 Cutter/Stacker - Describes the

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5Backfeed ... 9

10-2 CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryCS4 Cutter/Stacker1 Cover2 Knurled screw3 Table4 Handle for height displacement of the table5 Upper blade6 Lower blad

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-3Safety Instructions• Disconnect the printer from the electrical outlet before mounting or removing the stacker (2).• The s

10-4 CS4 Cutter/Stacker Accessory• The device may only be used in a dry environment, do not expose it to moisture (sprays of water, mists, etc.).• Do

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-5InstallationPreparing the PrinterRemoving Tear-off Plate, Dispense Plate or Rewind Guide Plate1 Loosen screws (2) several

10-6 CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryMounting the Stacker to the PrinterTo Mount the Stacker to the Printer:1 Insert the pins (4) of the stacker into the

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-7Adapting the Stacker to the Media SizeAdjusting the Side Plates1 Loosen screws (2).2 Adjust the side plates (4) to the med

10-8 CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryMounting the Table1 Loosely screw the knurled nuts (3) contained in the delivery contents of the table onto the threa

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-91 Open cover (1).2 Loosen two screws (3) in the side plates (4,6) several turns.3 Place the safety cover (2) onto the scre

10-10 CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryPrinter ConfigurationOnce the stacker is connected to the printer, the printer will automatically recognize it on tu

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-11Under Setup> Print parameters the method for recognizing the material and the method of backfeed when using cut mode c

6 Pronto! 482/486/682/863WiFi Status ... 12

10-12 CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryLoading Material• Load transfer ribbon and endless material as described in Loading media on page 6-1.• Use the tear

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-13• Press the feed key. For synchronization the media will be moved forward and cut off. Synchronization is not necessary w

10-14 CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryMaintenanceThe maintenance is limited to monthly cleaning of the device. The most important is the cleaning of the c

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 10-158 Move the table upwards until it stops.9 Close cover.

10-16 CS4 Cutter/Stacker AccessoryError MessagesSpecific Error Messages concerning the Stacker with CutterError message Cause RemedyCutter jammed Moto

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 11-1Chapter 11: Cleaning and basic maintenance• Maintenance plan - Describes how often maintenance tasks should be performed•

11-2 Cleaning and basic maintenanceMaintenance planMaintenance task WhenGeneral cleaning (see General cleaning on page 11-3)as necessaryClean print ro

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 11-3Tools and cleaning agentsCleaning agents•soft brush• roller cleaner• soft cloth• cotton swabs• pure alcohol• special clean

11-4 Cleaning and basic maintenanceCleaning the print roller1 Turn lever counterclockwise to lift the printhead.2 Remove labels and transfer ribbon fr

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 11-5Cleaning the printheadSubstances may accumulate on the printhead during printing and adversely affect printing, e.g. diffe

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 7External Rewinder (ER4) ... 17-4Externa

11-6 Cleaning and basic maintenanceCleaning the label sensorThe label sensor can become dirtied with paper dust. This can adversely affect label detec

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 11-7Replacing the printhead on Pronto! 482/486 modelsReplacing the printheadThe printhead of the label printer can be replaced

11-8 Cleaning and basic maintenanceRemoving the printhead1 Turn lever (10) counterclockwise to lift the printhead.2 Remove labels and transfer ribbon

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 11-9Replacing the printhead on Pronto! 682/863Replacing the printheadThe printhead of the label printer can be replaced withou

11-10 Cleaning and basic maintenanceRemoving the printhead1 Turn lever (8) counterclockwise to lift the printhead.2 Remove labels and transfer ribbon

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 11-11Installing the printhead1 Attach plug connections (2, 3).2 Swing the adjustment elements (11) sidewards to uncover the sl

11-12 Cleaning and basic maintenanceReplacing the print roller and rewind assist rollerRemoving the side plate1 Turn lever (1) counterclockwise to lif

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-1Chapter 12: Test functionsThis chapter contains the following sections:• Overview - Provides an overview of test functions

12-2 Test functionsOverviewThe printer is equipped with different test functions providing information on:• the most important configuration parameter

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-3Short status1 Press the menu button.2 Select Short status menu.3 Scroll through the individual lines with the up and down

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12-4 Test functions12 MAC address of the network adapter on the CPU PCBMAC 0002E70228F413 Type and size of the installed memory medium CF 30MB14 Size

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-5Status print1 Insert printable medium (labels, endless paper) which extends across the entire printing width.2 If the prin

12-6 Test functionsThe Status print contains the following information:Symbol Information• Device type• Version and creation date of the firmware• Ver

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-7Font list1 Insert printable medium (labels, endless paper) which extends across the entire printing width.2 If the printou

12-8 Test functionsType Type of font generation. It provides information on the variability of the font and is important when programming (command T).

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-9Device list1 Insert printable medium (labels, endless paper) which extends across the entire printing width.2 If the print

12-10 Test functionsName InformationCPU • Type and serial number of the CPU PCB• Revision of CPU PCB and FPGATPH Resolution and heating point number o

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-11WiFi Status1 Insert printable medium (labels, endless paper) which extends across the entire printing width.2 If the prin

12-12 Test functionsASCII Dump Mode1 Load printable medium (labels, endless paper).2 If the printout is to occur using thermal transfer printing, inse

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-13The control characters (ASCII code 00 to 31) are presented in the following form:Example:In the following two figures, th

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 1-1Chapter 1: Introduction & InstallationThis chapter contains the following sections:• Safety and the environment - Provi

12-14 Test functionsTe s t g r i d1 Insert printable medium (labels, endless paper) which extends across the entire printing width.2 If the printout

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 12-15Label profile1 Select the label sensor to be tested in the menu Setup > Print param. (see Printing parameters on page

12-16 Test functionslocated at the point where the rise of the gradient exhibits a minimum (see vertical dotted line).1 Coordinate in the direction of

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 13-1Chapter 13: Service functionsThis chapter contains the following sections:• Performing firmware update - Describes how to

13-2 Service functionsPerforming firmware updateThe firmware of the printer is saved in a Flash EPROM. You can update the firmware using the following

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 13-3Copying new firmware from memory medium1 Select in the menu Setup > Interfaces > Default card slot depending on the

13-4 Service functionsError messages during the firmware updateIf an error occurs during the update, one of the following error codes is shown in the

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 13-5Save settingsYou can save the printer configuration to a memory medium (memory card, USB flash drive, Internal Flash File

13-6 Service functionsLoad settingsYou can load a printer configuration previously saved to a memory medium (memory card, USB flash drive, Internal Fl

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 13-7Cleaning IntervalThe Cleaning interval function is used for additional printhead maintenance control. The length of medium

1-2 Introduction & InstallationSafety and the environmentRead these operating instructions carefully before using the label printer for the first

13-8 Service functions

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 14-1Chapter 14: FTP printer managementThis chapter contains the following sections:• FTP logon - Describes how to establish an

14-2 FTP printer managementFTP logonTo establish an FTP connection, the client must be logged on to the server. The logon type depends on the client.

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 14-3Directory structure of the FTP serverThe files accessible via FTP are found in several folders:Folder name Contentsexecute

14-4 FTP printer managementFTP firmware updateTo carry out a firmware update, you must be logged on with the username “root” (see FTP logon on page 14

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 15-1Chapter 15: Memory mediaThis chapter contains the following sections:• Suitable Memory Media - Describes compatible media

15-2 Memory mediaSuitable Memory MediaExternal media• Type 1 CompactFlash card up to a maximum size of 2 GB in the corresponding card slot of the prin

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 15-3FormattingIf the memory medium has not been pre-formatted in a suitable way, it can be formatted it in the following manne

15-4 Memory mediaWritingThe memory medium can be written to in several ways. The most functionally secure way is writing to the card in the printer vi

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 15-5Memory media functions in the offline menuAccessing the Memory card menu is only possible if a memory medium is installed

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 1-3• Carry out only the actions described in these operating instructions. Other tasks may only be performed by trained person

15-6 Memory mediaCanceling input:You can cancel the selection of the label and the label quantity at any time by pressing and holding the ↵ button (at

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 15-71 Insert original medium.2 Press the menu button.3 Select Memory card > Copy memory card with the right and left arrow

15-8 Memory mediaYou can prevent unauthorized deleting of memory cards by using a PIN (see Security on page 5-12).1 Insert original medium.2 Press the

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 15-97 Select the desired label file in the index of the medium with the up and down buttons.8 Start printout with the ↵ button

15-10 Memory media

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 16-1Chapter 16: Error treatmentThis chapter contains the following sections:• Error types - Describes error types• Troubleshoo

16-2 Error treatmentError typesWhen an error occurs, the diagnostic system displays the error on the screen and switches the printer into one of the t

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 16-3TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionTransfer ribbon wrinkles Transfer ribbon deflection not adjustedSee Setting the feed

16-4 Error treatmentVertical white lines in print imagePrinthead dirty See Cleaning the printhead on page 11-5Printhead defective (failure of dots)See

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 16-5Error messages and recoveryError message Cause Error recoveryADC malfunction Hardware error Switch printer off and on agai

1-4 Introduction & InstallationUnpacking the label printer1 Lift the label printer out of the box via the straps.2 Check label printer for damage

16-6 Error treatmentFile not found Requested file is not on the cardCheck the contents of the card.Font not found Error with the selected download fon

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 16-7No label found Several labels are missing from the label stripPress the pause button several times until the next label on

16-8 Error treatmentOut of paper Label roll used up Load a label roll (see Loading labels from a roll on page 6-3) or Load fanfold labels (see Loading

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 16-9Remove ribbon Transfer ribbon is loaded although the printer is set to direct thermal printingfor direct thermal printing

16-10 Error treatment

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 17-1Chapter 17: SpecificationsThis chapter contains the following sections:• Cutter - Provides specification for the cutter• E

17-2 SpecificationsCutterThe cutters have a durability of more than one million cuts. The blades are self-sharpening. Depending on the type of materia

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 17-3External Rewinder (ER1)Label Width ER1: up to 4.7 in (120 mm)Rewind Diameter max. 8.19 in (210 mm)Core Diameter 1.56 in (4

17-4 SpecificationsExternal Rewinder (ER4)Max. Material Width 120 mm (4.7 in)Max. Rewind Diameter 210 mm (8.3 in)Core Diameter 40 mm (1.6 in) on rewin

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 17-5External Unwinder (EU4)Label Width up to 4.7 in (120 mm)Unwind Diameter max. 11.7 in (300 mm)Core Diameter 1.56 in (40 mm)

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 1-5Setting up the label printerCaution: The device and the print media can be damaged by moisture and water. The label printer

17-6 Specifications

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 A-1Appendix A: Menu Map

A-2Pronto 482/486 MenusMemory CardShort StatusTest SetupServiceLabel From CardPrintDirectoryASCII DumpCardStatus PrintFont ListDevice ListASCII DumpMo

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 IndexIndexSymbols'Fault - correctable' mode ...2-6'Fault - irrecoverable' mode ...

Index Pronto! 482/486/682/863Inserting a label strip into the printhead 6-4Installation ...1-1Interfaces ..

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 IndexShort status ...12-3Standard device ...4-2Status

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1-6 Introduction & InstallationConnecting the label printer to powerConnecting to the power supplyThe printer is equipped with a versatile power s

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 1-7Connecting the label printer to a computerChoose from the following options for connecting a computer to the label printer:

1-8 Introduction & InstallationRS-232 serial interfaceThe RS-232 interface is operated via an RS-232 cable.1 Connect computer and label printer wi

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 1-9printer to the Ethernet card of a local computer, you will need an appropriate crossover cable.1 Connect computer and label

QuickLabel Pronto! 482/486/682/863User GuidePart Number 22834571-EN-ERevision 2.012/13Specifications are subject to change without notice_____________

1-10 Introduction & InstallationDuring the installation of both print services, additional connections for print output are set up:• Raw-IP: Enter

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 1-116 Switch printer on. The Windows Installation Wizard is started automatically.Follow the on-screen instructions. The sourc

1-12 Introduction & Installation• RS422/485•WLAN CardSwitching the label printer on and offOnce all connections have been made:1 Switch printer on

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 2-1Chapter 2: Operating panelThis chapter contains the following sections:• About the Operating Panel - Provides an overview o

2-2 Operating panelAbout the Operating PanelThe user can control the operation of the printer with the operating panel, for example:• pause, continue

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 2-3Layout of the operating panelFunctions of the buttons• pause, cancel, menu, feed buttons: (see 'Ready' mode on pa

2-4 Operating panelFunctions of the operating panel during printingSymbol indicatorsThe symbol indicators shown in the following table can appear on t

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 2-5Power-Save modeIf the printer is not used for some time, it switches to Power-Save mode automatically. The display shows th

2-6 Operating panel'Printing Label' modeThe printer is carrying out a print job. Data transfer for a new print job is possible in 'Prin

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 2-7The display shows the error type, the number of labels still to be printed, and the following symbol:'Fault - irrecove

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2-8 Operating panel• Switch off printer via the power switch and switch it on again.or• Push the cancel button. If the error occurs repeatedly, notify

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 3-1Chapter 3: Offline menuThis chapter contains the following sections:• Offline menu - Describes the structure and navigation

3-2 Offline menuOffline menuStructure of the offline menuThe offline menu contains setting options on several levels for configuring the label printer

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 3-3Test Status printFont listDevice listWiFi status Only with WLAN card installedASCII Dump ModeTest gridLabel profile1st menu

3-4 Offline menuSetup Local settings PIN protection possibleMachine param.Print param.InterfacesStatus lineSecurity1st menu level 2nd menu level Acces

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 3-5Service Firmware upd. PIN protection possibleFirmw. fr. card Only with memory medium inserted in the default card slotPIN p

3-6 Offline menuNavigating the offline menuYou can control all settings and functions in the offline menu with the navigator pad.Key Menu Parameter se

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 4-1Chapter 4: Device typesThis chapter contains the following sections:• Standard device - Describes the standard device versi

4-2 Device typesStandard deviceThe standard device is used for printing labels or continuous media on rolls or fanfolded media.In Tear-Off mode, label

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 4-3Peel-off device versionThe peel-off device version is capable of Peel-Off mode and thus has an internal rewinder and a pull

This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, neglect or misapplication, or if the product has been improperly installed o

4-4 Device types

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-1Chapter 5: ConfigurationThis chapter contains the following sections:• Configuration via the operating panel - Describes ho

5-2 ConfigurationConfiguration via the operating panelA host of parameters for configuring the printer are found in the Setup menu of the offline menu

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-3Device settings1 Press the menu button.2 Select Setup > Machine param.Set time Setting the system time in the HH:MM:SS f

5-4 ConfigurationPrinthead pos. Y Shifting of the entire print image in the direction of paper flow. With positive values, printing begins later in th

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-5Printing parameters1 Press the menu button.2 Select Setup > Print param.Time Powersave. Time between the last operation

5-6 ConfigurationTransfer print On for thermal transfer printing: Sensor for monitoring the transfer ribbon is activated.Off for thermal direct printi

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-7Backfeed Method for backfeeding the label medium.Backfeeding is necessary in the cutting and peel-off modes since a label i

5-8 ConfigurationInterfaces1 Press the menu button.2 Select Setup > Interfaces.Width ASCII dumpWidth of the printing area in the “Monitor mode” tes

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-9IEEE 1284 Configuration of the optional parallel interface. See the documentation of the parallel interface.If interface is

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5-10 ConfigurationStatus lineSelect the parameters (widgets) to be displayed in Ready mode.The display has a width of 128 pixels. It is not possible t

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-113 Activate the desired widgets.Parameter Meaning Default Width (Pixels)Clock Displays the current time. On 32Date sheet Di

5-12 ConfigurationSecurityActivating a PINBy activating a PIN, you can protect the Setup menu, certain memory card functions and the firmware update f

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-134 Accept the setting with the ↵ button.Defining a PIN1 Press the menu button.2 Select Setup > Security > PIN menu.3

5-14 ConfigurationConfiguration via the printer websiteThe parameters accessible via the operating panel can also be set via the website contained in

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-15Status tabThe following information is contained in the top section of the "Status" tab:•Printer type• Firmware

5-16 ConfigurationThe "Ready" event provides information on when the printer was switched on.The buttons on the bottom line of the "Sta

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-17Setup tabOn the “Setup” tab, you can set all the configuration parameters which are also accessible via the operating pane

5-18 ConfigurationThe printer can be given a name on the top line of the tree structure. This name does not have a functional meaning. Its sole purpos

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-19System messages tabStatus and error messages can be sent automatically to the SNMP manager or via e-mail to the selected a

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5-20 ConfigurationEthernet interface. You can select the messages to be sent and the destination addresses on the “System messages” tab.Column Meaning

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-21Printer status line tabOn the “Printer status line” tab, you can select the status parameters (widgets) which are to be di

5-22 Configuration2 Click Set.The symbol, the parameter designation and the width of the symbol in the display (in pixels) are displayed in the top se

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 5-23Devices tabThe "Devices" tab provides an overview of the most important hardware components installed in the pri

5-24 Configuration

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 6-1Chapter 6: Loading mediaThis chapter contains the following sections:• Opening and closing the support bracket Pronto! 863

6-2 Loading mediaOpening and closing the support bracket Pronto! 863For additional bearing of the roller and printhead assemblies and the ribbon hubs

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 6-3Loading labels from a rollPositioning the label roll on the roll retainer1 Open cover (9).2 Turn ring (2) at the margin sto

6-4 Loading mediaInserting a label strip into the printhead1 Turn lever (8) counterclockwise to lift the printhead.2 Push guide ring on axis (6) all t

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 6-5• For use in Tear-Off mode only: Turn lever clockwise to lock the printhead. The label roll is loaded for use in Tear-Off m

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6-6 Loading media3 Hold rewinder (2) firmly and turn knob (3) clockwise until it stops.4 Push label strip under a bracket (1) of the rewinder and turn

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 6-7The rewinder is fully spread, thus gripping the liner firmly.6 Turn rewinder (2) counterclockwise to tighten the liner.7 Sl

6-8 Loading mediaRemoving the wound roll1 Turn lever (1) counterclockwise to lift the printhead.2 Cut label strip and wind it fully around the rewinde

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 6-9Loading fanfold labels1 Turn ring (2) counterclockwise, so that the arrow points to the unlocked symbol, and thus release t

6-10 Loading mediaLoading transfer ribbon1 Clean printhead before loading the transfer ribbon (see Cleaning the printhead on page 11-5).2 Turn lever (

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 6-11Setting the feed path of the transfer ribbonTransfer ribbon wrinkling can lead to print image errors. Transfer ribbon defl

6-12 Loading mediaRemoving and installing the rewind guide plate, dispense plate or tear-off plateTo convert the printer for use in another operating

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 6-13Removing and installing the locking systemRemoving the locking system1 Position printer at edge of table so that the oblon

6-14 Loading media

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 7-1Chapter 7: Printing• Synchronization - Describes how to synchronize the printer and automatically set label advancement• Te

Declaration of ConformityDeclaration de ConformitéUbereinstimmungserklärungDichiarazione di ConformitàID DoC-22834571Manufacturer’s name and addressNo

7-2 PrintingSynchronizationAfter the label stock has been inserted, for peel-off or cutting mode a synchronization of the paper feed is required. That

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-1Chapter 8: AccessoriesThis chapter contains the following sections:• Cutter - References information about the cutter acces

8-2 AccessoriesCutterThe cutter accessory is described in CU4 Cutter Accessory on page 9-1.External keyboardYou can connect an external keyboard or co

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-3In the offline menu and for entry of variable data:Key assignment and special charactersThe printer features a specific key

8-4 AccessoriesCountry-specific special characters:The following country-specific special characters are entered with the [Alt] key pressed.Characters

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-5Other special characters:Example:Entering the character: ñ 1st entry: [~] 2. entry: [Alt] + [n]ZZ Z1 Z2À`AÁ´AÂ^AÃ~AĨAÅ°AÆA

8-6 AccessoriesExternal Rewinder (ER1)To handle large print jobs, the external rewinder is available which allows you to rewind complete rolls of labe

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-72 Flange3 Clamp4 Rewind Axle Adapters (2)

8-8 AccessoriesMounting the External RewinderThe printer is normally shipped with the front cover (6) mounted. In order to install the rewinder the fr

Pronto! 482/486/682/863 8-93 Insert the pin (10) of the rewinder into the hole (12) of the printer. Press the rewinder against the printer. That way t