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- Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 1
PC23 | PC43 Desktop Printer PC23d, PC43d, PC43t User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 2
represent a commitment on the part of Intermec by Honeywell. © 2012-2014 Intermec by Honeywell. All rights reserved. The word Intermec, the Intermec logo, Fingerprint, Ready-to-Work, and STAR does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. ii PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 3
procedure for printing test labels from the icon printer. • New illustrations of the label dispenser accessory. • ENERGY STAR logo and description. • Information on using tag media and linerless media. • Information on the optional thick media springs. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual iii - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 4
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About the Printer Wizards 15 Use a Wizard 17 About Printer Command Languages 17 About Fingerprint 18 About Direct Protocol 18 About IPL 18 About ESim 18 About ZSim 19 About DSim 19 About Smart Printing 19 About ESim/ZSim Auto-Configuration 19 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual v - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 6
Dispenser 49 Load External Media 55 Load Ribbon 56 Connect the Printer to Power 59 Use the Setup Wizard 60 About Test Labels 60 Print a Test Label in Start Up Mode 61 Print a Test Label in Idle Mode 61 Print a Test Label from the Main Menu 61 vi PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 7
Summary 85 Configure the Printer from the Web Page 86 Configure the Printer from the Main Menu 88 Configure the Printer with PrintSet 5 88 How to Configure the Printer with Programming Commands 88 How to Configure the Printer with SmartSystems 89 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual vii - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 8
Defaults from the Main Menu 110 How to Upgrade the Printer Firmware 111 Download the Printer Firmware Update 112 Upgrade Firmware from the Printer Web Page 112 Upgrade Firmware from a USB Storage Device 113 Upgrade Firmware from the USB Menu 114 viii PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 9
Replace the Printhead 117 Clean the Platen Roller 119 Clean the Exterior of the Printer 121 Recommended Cleaners 121 A Specifications 123 Printer Specifications 124 Supported Bar Code Symbologies 129 Test Labels 132 Print Quality Labels 136 B Default Settings 139 Default Configuration 140 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 10
Contents C Print Labels with INPrint 161 About the INPrint Page 162 Print INPrint Labels 163 Predefined INPrint Label Formats 164 x PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 11
when the cover is open, ensure that the cover is closed before you operate the printer. • Do not put your fingers inside the print mechanism when the power is on. • Place the printer on an even surface which can safely support its weight and supplies. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual xi - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 12
applicable to your specific region and application. Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com and click Support > Returns and Repairs > Warranty. xii PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 13
work with the printer, you should be familiar with your printer command language and general printing setup. If you are going to use the printer in a network, you should be familiar with your network and general networking terms, such as IP address. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual xiii - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 14
to find the PC43 product page, click Printers > Desktop > PC43. 4 Click the Manuals tab. If your product does not have its own product page, click Support > Manuals. Use the Product Category, the Product Family, and Product to find your documentation. xiv PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 15
1 About the Printers This chapter introduces the PC23 and PC43 printers, and includes descriptions of printer features and basic operation. 1 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 16
a thermal transfer (TTR) model for printing with a ribbon. Features of both printers include: • Print speeds of up to 8 ips (203 dpi printhead) or 6 ips (300 dpi printhead) • Multiple, selectable printer languages including Intermec Fingerprint, Direct Protocol, Intermec Printer Language (IPL), ESim - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 17
Features Use the next illustrations to locate printer features. .FEJBXJOEPX -$%TDSFFO /BWJHBUJPOCVUUPOT 1SJOUCVUUPO 3FBEZUP8PSL JOEJDBUPS -BUDI PC23d Front Panel (LCD Rear Panel &UIFSOFUQPSU PQUJPOBM 64#EFWJDFQPSU 64#IPTUQPSU 1PXFSQPSU PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 3 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 18
.FEJBXJOEPX *DPOQBOFM 1SJOUCVUUPO 3FBEZUP8PSL JOEJDBUPS -BUDI PC43d Front Panel (Icon Model) 1PXFS TXJUDI 1SJOUFS MPDLJOH DBCMFTMPU PC43d Rear Panel &YUFSOBMNFEJB GFFETMPU &UIFSOFUQPSU PQUJPOBM 64#EFWJDFQPSU 64#IPTUQPSU 1PXFSQPSU 4 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 19
CVUUPOT 1SJOUCVUUPO 3FBEZUP8PSL JOEJDBUPS -BUDI PC43t Front Panel (LCD Model) 64#IPTUQPSU 1SJOUFS MPDLJOH DBCMFTMPU 1PXFS TXJUDI PC43t Rear Panel &YUFSOBMNFEJB GFFETMPU &UIFSOFUQPSU PQUJPOBM 64#EFWJDFQPSU 64#IPTUQPSU 1PXFSQPSU PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 5 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 20
the printer is ready to print. 3FBEZUP8PSL JOEJDBUPS Ready-to-Work Indicator Location Ready-to-Work Indicator Status Ready-to-Work Indicator Status Description On Blinking Printer is ready for a print job. Printer is not ready for a print job. 6 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 21
Off: Bluetooth is not enabled, or Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module is not installed On: Media is jammed or empty Off: No error On: Ribbon is jammed or empty Off: No error Printer Models All With Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module With Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module All TTR only PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 7 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 22
is currently resetting all defaults, or printer in calibration mode About the LCD Front Panel The printer LCD interface includes a screen, navigation buttons, and a Print button. 4DSFFO /BWJHBUJPO CVUUPOT 1SJOU CVUUPO PC43t Printer with LCD Interface 8 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 23
. Print button. Press to begin printing, or to feed a single label. About the Ready Screen After you turn the printer on, the Ready screen appears when the printer finishes starting up. ® Ready Fingerprint 10.200.27.89 Ready Screen 01/04/2012 12:00 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 9 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 24
- Wi-Fi is disabled. Connectivity icon. Blinks when data is moving through a wired or wireless connection to the printer. Bluetooth icon. This icon appears when the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module is installed: - Bluetooth is enabled. - Bluetooth is disabled. 10 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 25
Number A0000000000000002 Printer Serial Number: S0000000411 Product Name: PC43t Firmware Version: 3 Press or to scroll through the list. (Optional) Press or to view information for one of the other icons. 4 Press or to return to the Ready screen. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 11 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 26
list of wizards that help you configure printing or communication settings, or calibrate the media sensors. Note: The printer cannot print while the Main Menu is onscreen. You need to exit the Main Menu and return to the Ready screen to begin printing. 12 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 27
or Wizards menus: • Press and to change the item in the list, and then press (the center of the directional pad) to select the item. Another menu or a list of items appears. • Press to return to the previous changes and remain on the current screen. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 13 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 28
- Alphabetic Characters Password 1 1 234 567890 @ ^ % *& ( ) _ - + = { } | \ [] Y : ; < > ", ~? `/ $ # ! . abc Alphanumeric Keypad - Numeric Characters and Punctuation Password 1 7 89 Y 4 56 - 1 23 . 0 Numeric Keypad 14 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 29
Media Setup Print Quality Loading Media Description Select media and printing type (DT or TTR), media width, length, and X-margin, Start and Stop Adjust values, and print speed. Prints a series of labels to test print quality. Shows how to load media. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 15 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 30
This item appears in the Calibration wizards list when the optional RFID module is installed in the printer. Calibrates the label taken sensor. This item appears in the Calibration wizards list when the label dispenser or cutter accessory is installed. 16 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 31
support options: • Fingerprint • Direct Protocol (DP) • IPL (Intermec Printer Language) • ESim (EPL command language simulator) • ZSim (ZPL command language simulator) • DSim (DPL command language simulator) • Smart Printing • ESim/ZSim Auto-Configuration PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 32
, select Direct Protocol as your printer command language. About IPL IPL (Intermec Printer Language) is a host-based printer command language. Use IPL to design, modify, and download label formats; write printer application software; and configure the printer. If you are sending IPL label files to - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 33
printer automatically calibrates the media when it starts in ESim/ZSim auto-configuration mode. The data stream must be at least 10 bytes long. Command language identification is activated after a 2-second timeout, or when the data buffer is full (1 MB). PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 34
Type your Username and Password and click Login. The default username is itadmin and the default password is pass. 6 Click the Configure tab. 7 Click System Settings > General. 8 Select a different printer command language from the Command Language list, and then click Save. 9 Click the Services tab - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 35
LEDs (Maintenance and Bluetooth) are lit, press and hold . The printer feeds a few labels as it automatically adjusts the media feed, and then the test labels start to print. 5 Continue to hold . The available printer command languages start to print. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 21 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 36
to 0.33 in). • Intermec recommends that you use printer and use the template to locate and drill holes in the mounting surface. Note: For mounting to wood surfaces, use a drill of 5 to 8 mm (0.2 to 0.3 in), or as appropriate for your mounting hardware. 22 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 37
Chapter 1 - About the Printers 2 Install the mounting hardware. If you need to use anchors, install them first. 3 Place the printer mounting holes on the mounting hardware and slide the printer down to lock it in place. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 23 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 38
Chapter 1 - About the Printers PC23 Wall-Mounting Template Use this template to correctly locate wall-mounting hardware for the PC23d printer. DN JO PC23 Wall-Mounting Template 24 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 39
Chapter 1 - About the Printers PC43 Wall-Mounting Template Use this template to correctly locate wall-mounting hardware for the PC43d and PC43t printers. DN JO DN JO PC43 Wall-Mounting Template PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 25 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 40
paper backing and presents labels one at a time for pickup. Includes Label Taken Sensor. Provides automatic cutting as labels are printed. Includes Label Taken Sensor. For PC43. Holds up to 20 labels as they are cut. Installs on Cutter Module. For PC43. 26 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 41
when printing on tag media. These replacement parts are also available for the PC23 and PC43: • 203-dpi printhead • Standard platen roller • AC power adapter For information on these accessories and replacement parts, contact your Intermec representative. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 42
printer on the battery base, see the PC43d Battery Base Installation Instructions. Note: Printing speed depends on the actual battery charge level. The maximum print speed for a PC43d running on battery power is 6 ips for 203 dpi and 4 ips for 300 dpi. 28 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 43
94% 51% to 75% 26% to 50% 0% to 25% Battery out of charging temperature range. Battery error. When the battery base is not connected to AC power, you can press the Charge Level button to briefly turn % to 50% charged. Battery is 11% to 25% charged. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 29 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 44
AC power, the LEDs indicate the charging status of the battery. 1 Make sure that the PC43d is properly installed on the base. For help, see the PC43d Battery Base Installation Instructions. 2 Connect the power cord from the battery base to the printer. 30 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 45
printer. When the battery base is not connected to AC power, press the Charge Level button on the front of the base to turn on the LEDs and see the current charge level. 1 Charge the battery in the battery base. 2 Disconnect the power cable from AC power. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 46
Chapter 1 - About the Printers 3 Turn on the printer. The LEDs on the battery base turn off. 4 To see the current battery charge level, press the Charge Level to indicate the current charge level. The LEDs turn off to save power. $IBSHF-FWFM CVUUPO 32 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 47
2 Set Up the Printer This chapter explains how to load media and ribbon, print test labels, and adjust the print quality. 33 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 48
adjust the media holders, you do not need to adjust them again for a new roll of the same size media. Note: The illustrations show the PC43d printer. Adjusting the media holders is done the same way for all printers. 34 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 49
Chapter 2 - Set Up the Printer 1 Pull one or both of the printer latches toward the front of the printer and lift the printer lid. 2 Pull the locking tab up. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 35 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 50
against the sides of the media roll, and then press the locking tab down to lock the media holders in place. 36 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 51
Start Adjust Stop Adjust Start Adjust Stop Adjust Start Adjust Stop Adjust 203 dpi 300 dpi Distance -113 -168 -14.24 mm (-0.56 in) 0 0 0 mm (0 in) -124 -183 -15.50 mm (-0.61 in) 0 0 0 mm (0 in) -108 -160 -13.60 mm (-0.54 in) 0 0 0 mm (0 in) PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 37 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 52
, tear the label up towards the top of the printer to prevent media jams. 1 Pull one or both of the printer latches toward the front of the printer and lift the printer lid. 2 If there is an empty media core in the media compartment, remove the core. 38 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 53
the next step. If you are using large rolls of media stored outside the printer, such as in an external media holder, feed the media through the external media feed slot. To adjust the media holders for a different media size: a Pull the locking tab up. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 39 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 54
Printer b Slide the media holders to adjust the distance between them, and place the media roll between the holders. c Make sure the media holders are snug against the sides of the media roll, and press the tab down to lock the media holders in place. 40 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 55
Printer 4 If you are using notched or black mark stock, slide the label stop sensor so the notches or marks pass over the sensor. 5 For the PC23d and PC43d, thread the media under the tip guides on the media holders and past the front of the printer. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 41 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 56
guides, slide the guides as needed to fit your media. 6 Close the printer lid until it snaps shut. 7 Turn the printer on and configure the feed adjust settings. About Cut-Off Printing In cut-off printing, each label differences between printers. 42 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 57
-off printing is supported only by the PC43 printer with the cutter module installed. 1 Pull one or both of the printer latches toward the front of the printer and lift the printer lid. 2 If there is an empty media core in the media compartment, remove the core. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 58
the next step. If you are using large rolls of media stored outside the printer, such as in an external media holder, feed the media through the external media feed slot. To adjust the media holders for a different media size: a Pull the locking tab up. 44 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 59
Up the Printer b Slide the media holders to adjust the distance between them, and place the media roll between the holders. c Make sure the media holders are snug against the sides of the media roll, and press the tab down to lock the holders in place. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 45 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 60
Chapter 2 - Set Up the Printer 4 For the PC43d, thread the media under the tip guides on the media holders. For the PC43t, thread the media through the media guides. To adjust the width of the media guides, slide the guides as needed to fit your media. 46 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 61
up, press . 9 Select Settings > Printing > Cutter. 10 In the Cutter Control options, select Automatic. 11 Press or . A "Save Changes?" message appears. 12 Press to save your changes and exit the Settings menu. 13 Configure the feed adjust settings. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 47 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 62
Adjust Start Adjust Stop Adjust Start Adjust Stop Adjust 203 dpi 300 dpi Distance -117 -173 -14.70 mm (-0.58 in) 3 5 -0.46 mm (0.02 in) -126 -186 -15.8 mm (-0.62 in) 2 3 0.3 mm (0.01 in) -125 -185 -15.7 mm (-0.62 in) 16 24 2.1 mm (0.08 in) 48 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 63
the liner and is presented at the front of the printer for manual removal. 1 Pull one or both of the printer latches toward the front of the printer and lift the printer lid. 2 If there is an empty media core in the media compartment, remove the core. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 49 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 64
the next step. If you are using large rolls of media stored outside the printer, such as in an external media holder, feed the media through the external media feed slot. To adjust the media holders for a different media size: a Pull the locking tab up. 50 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 65
- Set Up the Printer b Slide the media holders to adjust the distance between them, and place the media roll between the holders. c Make sure the holders are snug against the sides of the media roll, and press the tab down to lock the holders in place. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 51 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 66
Chapter 2 - Set Up the Printer 4 If you are using notched or black mark stock, slide the gap sensor so the notches or marks pass over the sensor. 5 For the PC43d, thread the media under the tip guides on the holders. 52 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 67
Up the Printer For the PC43t, thread the media through the media guides. To adjust the width of the media guides, slide the guides as needed to fit your media. 6 Open the label dispenser front door. 7 Remove the label closest to the end of the liner. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 53 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 68
slack. The liner should be over the roller in the printer and under the roller in the front door of the label dispenser. 9 Close the front door. 10 Close the printer lid until it snaps shut. 11 Turn the printer on and configure the feed adjust settings. 54 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 69
printer. 1 Place the media behind the printer. 2 Feed the media into the printer through the external media feed slot. &YUFSOBMNFEJB GFFETMPU 3 Thread the media through the media holders or media guides as you would for media installed inside the printer. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 70
Printer Load Ribbon 1 Press the printer latches toward the front of the printer and open the printer lid. 2 If there is an empty ribbon core in the media compartment, remove the core and set it aside. 3 Remove and discard the full ribbon takeup core. 56 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 71
Chapter 2 - Set Up the Printer 4 Place the new ribbon roll between the rear ribbon holders. The ribbon should come off the roll as shown in the illustration. 5 Place the takeup core between the front takeup core holders. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 57 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 72
Chapter 2 - Set Up the Printer 6 Attach the end of the ribbon to the takeup core. 7 Turn the slack-wheel to take up slack in the ribbon. 58 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 73
warranty and may damage the printer. 1 Connect the power adapter to the power port on the rear of the printer. 2 Connect the power adapter to AC power. When the adapter is connected to AC power, the green LED in the adapter connector turns on and stays on. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 74
test label to check print quality and get configuration information, including lists of the fonts, images, and applications installed on the printer. Use one of these methods to print a test label: • In Start Up mode • In Idle mode • From the Main Menu 60 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 75
print settings, select and press . Print a Test Label from the Main Menu If you have an LCD printer, you can print a test label from the Main Menu. 1 Make sure that the printer has media and ribbon (if necessary) installed. 2 From the Ready screen, press . PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 76
the RFID labels are properly aligned with the antenna. • Avoid printing on the thickest part of the label when possible. For help configuring RFID parameters, see the Intermec Fingerprint Command Reference Manual or the IPL Command Reference Manual. 62 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 77
Position and Output Power (UHF inlays, only) for RFID media. Note: After you determine the correct RFID media settings, you can save these settings to a printer profile and load the profile when you need to print on the specific RFID media. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 63 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 78
Menu, select Wizard > Calibration > RFID Calibration. 3 To enable the RFID module, select Enable. 4 Load the RFID media. 5 Select OK. When the calibration is complete, the printer displays the RFID Tag Position XJUI UFBSCBS /FYUMBCFM 3'*%DIJQ Z$IJQ 64 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 79
Up the Printer 3 Note the yAntDist value for your printer: • PC23d: 280 dots, 35 mm, 1.378 in • PC43d: 260 dots, 33 mm, 1.299 in • PC43t: 256 dots, 32 mm, 1.260 in 4 Use this formula to calculate the estimated Tag Position: TagPosition=yChip - yAntDist PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 65 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 80
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3 Connect the Printer This chapter explains how to connect the PC23 and PC43 printers to a PC and to an Ethernet or wireless network. 67 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 82
install the drivers. 1 Open a web browser and go to www.intermec.com. 2 Select Support > Downloads. 3 Select these items: a In the Product Category list, select Printers. b In the Product Family list, select Fixed Printer . c In the Product list, select PC23d, PC43d, PC43t Desktop Printer and then - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 83
Windows Start menu: • Intermec > InterDriver > InterDriver Wizard • Intermec > InterDriver > Check for Updates How to Connect the Printer to Your PC You can connect the printer to your PC using one of these cables: • USB cable • Serial or parallel cable PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 69 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 84
connect the printer to the serial or parallel port on a PC. Note: You must configure all printer settings through the printer Main Menu, the printer web page, or with PrintSet 5 and a USB connection before you use a parallel connection to the printer. 70 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 85
the Printer to Your Network You can connect the printer to your network using the: • Ethernet interface. • Wi-Fi + Bluetooth wireless interface. These network interfaces provide features such as security, FTP server, web page, and Alert handling. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 71 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 86
starts to print. 3 Configure the necessary Ethernet settings: • For an LCD printer, from the Main Menu select Settings > Communications > Ethernet. • For an icon printer, configure the Ethernet settings through PrintSet 5 or the printer web page. 72 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 87
the printer on. The printer automatically connects to the wireless network. For a printer with the LCD interface, the Wi-Fi Connection icon shows the status of the connection. $POOFDUJPOJDPO ® Ready Fingerprint 10.200.27.89 01/04/2012 12:00 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 73 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 88
wireless network settings for a non-DHCP network. 1 From the printer Ready screen, press . The Main Menu appears. Main Menu Programs Settings Tools Wizards 2 Select Settings > Communications > Wireless 802.11. Wireless 802.11 General Security Network 74 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 89
the printer IP address and press Enter. The printer web page appears. 3 Click Login. The Login page appears. 4 Type your Username and Password and click Login. The default username is itadmin and the default password is pass. 5 Click the Configure tab. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 75 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 90
as bar code scanners and keyboards. You can also make the printer discoverable by Bluetooth-enabled devices such as mobile computers. When the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module is installed: • the Bluetooth icon appears in the status bar on the LCD printer screen. 76 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 91
press Enter. The printer web page appears. 4 Click Services and then select Print Test Labels > Printer Settings. 5 In the Printer Settings screen, locate the Bluetooth Settings label and click Print. The printer prints the Bluetooth Settings label. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 77 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 92
in range of the printer. 2 From the printer Ready screen, press . The Main Menu appears. 3 Select Wizards > Communications > Bluetooth. 4 Follow the instructions to discover and connect 4 When you are finished, save your changes and restart the printer. 78 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 93
right corner of the screen. The Login page appears. 4 Type your Username and Password in the entry fields, and then click Login. The default username is itadmin and the default password is pass. 5 Click Configure. The Configuration Summary page appears. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 79 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 94
as Intermec SmartSystems, click Network Services. 7 Change settings by typing in the fields or by selecting an item from a list. 8 To save your changes, click Save. To reset all values and options on the page to the default settings, click Default Settings. 80 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 95
commands directly to the printer or to enter information if you are running a Smart Printing application. Bar code scanner Use Intermec USB bar code scanners for data input with a Smart Printing application. The printer also supports other USB scanners that use a generic keyboard driver. USB - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 96
Chapter 3 - Connect the Printer 2 Connect the device to one of the USB host ports. 64#IPTUQPSU 64#IPTUQPSU 3 If you connected a USB storage device to an LCD printer, select Tools > USB Menu for more options. 82 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 97
4 Configure the Printer This chapter explains how to view and change printer settings by using the Main Menu or the printer web pages. 83 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 98
disable services including Intermec SmartSystems, FTP, Telnet, and others. Set maintenance alert values for the printer odometer and other alerts. Enable or disable network services including Intermec SmartSystems, the web or email servers, and others. 84 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 99
minutes depending on the options in your printer and your network connection. 1 Open a web browser on your PC. 2 In the Location or Address bar, type the printer IP address, and then press Enter. The printer web page appears. 3 Click the Configure tab. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 85 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 100
web page. You should have already connected your printer to your network and obtained an IP address. 1 Open a web browser on your PC. 2 In the Location or Address bar, type the printer IP address, and then press Enter. The printer web page appears. 86 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 101
as Intermec SmartSystems, click Network Services. 7 Change settings by typing in the fields or by selecting an item from a list. 8 To save your changes, click Save. To reset all values and options on the page to the default settings, click Default Settings. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 102
Configure the Printer with Programming Commands You can change configuration settings by sending programming commands directly from your PC to the printer through a terminal program (such as HyperTerminal), a serial connection, or a network connection. 88 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 103
following printer settings are not saved in a profile: • IP address for either IPv4 or IPv6 networks • Media calibration settings for the label stop sensor • Remote port or remote host values for a remote computer accessing the printer through raw TCP PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 89 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 104
load a saved LCD printer profile to another printer by sending programming commands directly from your PC to the printer through a terminal program (such as HyperTerminal), a serial connection, or a network connection. All commands are case-sensitive. 90 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 105
/forms /webforms /images /display Configuration profile /profiles Configuration /config Fingerprint script /scripts Firmware /firmware Installation package (UFF resource file) Root of USB storage device Start file Root of USB storage device PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 91 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 106
appears. To import a configuration file from the USB storage device to the printer memory, select Install Configuration. A list of the available files appears. 6 Select the file to export or install and then press . The file is exported or installed. 92 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 107
applications, fonts, images, label formats, or web forms. Note: You can only delete applications and resources you downloaded to the printer memory. You cannot delete resident applications or resources, which are installed as part of the printer firmware. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 108
application or file. b Double-click the file to select it. c Click Upload. The application or file uploads to the printer. To delete an application or file, click the file name in the Customer Downloaded list and then click Delete. The file is deleted. 94 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 109
5 Troubleshoot the Printer This section explains how to troubleshoot the PC23 and PC43 printers. 95 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 110
• Firmware type and version • Printer command language • Wireless or serial port settings • Installed options • Media settings • Ethernet settings • Bluetooth settings You can find all of this information on the printer web pages or on a test label. 96 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 111
Chapter 5 - Troubleshoot the Printer Locate the Printer Configuration and Serial Numbers The printer configuration and serial numbers can be found on the product label located on the underside of the printer. $POGJHVSBUJPOMBCFM PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 97 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 112
web pages for useful information and statistics on the printer hardware and firmware. This information can be useful when you contact Intermec Product Support for assistance or troubleshooting. Note: The printer must be connected to an Ethernet or wireless network to view system information in the - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 113
the printer web page, the printer must be turned on and connected to your Wi-Fi or Ethernet network. 1 On your desktop PC, start a browser. 2 In the Location or Address bar, type the printer IP address and press Enter. The web page for the printer appears. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 114
or if the printhead is lifted during printing. There are three types of alerts: • Error alerts • Information alerts • Warning alerts You configure alert settings in the printer web page. Alert is sent, and change the default text message for the alert. 100 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 115
. 4 Type your Username and Password in the entry fields, and then click Login. 5 Click the Configure tab > Alerts. 6 Click Error to configure error alerts. Click Warning to configure warning alerts. Click Information to configure information alerts. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 101 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 116
of media printed since the last reset. Printhead Too Hot The printhead is overheated and needs to cool down. Wait for printing to resume automatically. Printhead Not Detected The printer is not detecting the printhead. Check the printhead cable. 102 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 117
table to understand and troubleshoot some common problems you may encounter. Problems and Possible Solutions Problem Possible Solution The printer does not feed media Remove the media from the media correctly. compartment and reinstall the media. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 103 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 118
Intermec Windows driver for an RS-232 printer installed on your PC, uninstall the driver. The printer is connected to my PC Make sure that bidirectional support is using a virtual COM port, and disabled. From the printer properties printing contrast. 104 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 119
side of the ribbon may not transfer printout. be facing the media. Reload the ribbon. When I feed or print a label, the Make sure the Print Method is set to ribbon is not taken up. Instead, it Ribbon (TTR). spills out the front of the printer. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 105 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 120
in the menu. help, contact your local Intermec representative. None of the RFID commands work. RFID is disabled. Enable RFID from the web page or the Main Menu. Go to Settings (Main Menu) or Configure tab (web page) > System Settings > Manage I/O. 106 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 121
Chapter 5 - Troubleshoot the Printer Problems and Possible Solutions (Continued) Problem Possible Solution Printing on regular media (not RFID) is slow and halted in between labels. RFID is enabled. Disable RFID from the web page or the Main Menu. I am using an application to write Try these - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 122
bar. When the bar is halfway across the screen, press and hold , and release when the first screen of the Startup Wizard appears. 5 Close the printer lid. The defaults are restored. For an LCD printer, follow the instructions in the Startup Wizard. 108 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 123
The printer web page appears. 3 Click Login in the upper right corner of the screen. The Login page appears. 4 Type your Username and Password in the entry fields and then click Login. The default username is itadmin and the default password is pass. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 109 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 124
Tools > Restore Defaults. The Restore Defaults menu appears with all items in the list selected by default. If you continue without changing anything, the current network and system settings will be restored to default values, and any files or programs 110 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 125
page. • a USB storage device. • the USB menu. • PrintSet 5. For more information, see the PrintSet 5 online help. Note: After you upgrade the printer firmware, Intermec recommends that you restore the default settings and calibrate the media sensors. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 111 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 126
Chapter 5 - Troubleshoot the Printer Download the Printer Firmware Update Before you can upgrade the printer firmware, you need to download the upgrade file from the Intermec website. 1 Go to the Intermec website at www.intermec.com. 2 Click Support > Downloads. 3 Use Product Category, Product - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 127
is flashing, you need to restart the printer once again to complete the upgrade. • If the Ready-to-Work indicator is off, there may be a condition that is preventing the printer from restarting. For example, the printer lid may not be fully closed. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 113 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 128
select Upgrade Firmware. 7 In the Upgrade Firmware list, select the firmware upgrade file and press . An "Upgrade Firmware?" message appears. 8 Press to start the upgrade. When the upgrade is complete, the printer restarts and the Ready screen appears. 114 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 129
6 Maintain the Printer This section explains how to perform basic maintenance on the PC23 and PC43 printers. 115 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 130
stuck labels or other material. The printhead is delicate and can easily be damaged. 1 Turn the printer off and disconnect the printer from power. 2 Open the printer ribbon) in the printer. 9 Close the printer, reconnect power, and turn on the printer. 116 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 131
disconnect the power cord. 2 Pull one or both of the printer latches toward the front of the printer and lift the printer lid. For a thermal transfer printer, remove the ribbon. 3 Press the printhead latches apart until the printhead slides forward. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 117 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 132
Chapter 6 - Maintain the Printer 4 Carefully slide the printhead out of the mechanism. The printhead is still attached to the mechanism by a ribbon cable. 5 Disconnect the cable from the printhead and remove the printhead from the printer. 118 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 133
printhead. 10 For a thermal transfer printer, install the ribbon. 11 Close the printer lid until it snaps shut. 12 Print a test label. Clean the Platen Roller Follow this procedure to remove, clean, and replace the platen roller as part of standard maintenance for the printer. Intermec recommends - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 134
latches apart and tilt them up. 5 Pull the latches up to remove the platen roller from the printer. 6 Remove any adhesive residue from the roller with a cotton swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol. 7 Reverse Steps 4 and 5 to install the roller. 120 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 135
cleaning the printer exterior. Make sure to keep the surface surrounding the printer clean as well. Recommended Cleaners Intermec has tested and PC43t. Multi-Use Citrus All SANI-CLOTH HB All SANI-CLOTH PLUS SUPER SANI-CLOTH Alcohol Prep Pads All PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 136
Product Quest Chemical Corporation Spartan Surgipath Techspray Renewal Veridien Vernacare Grime Buster Super HDQL 10 Cloro-Wipe Towelette Eco-Shower Viraguard® Tuffiewipes Use On These Printers All All All All All All 122 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 137
A Specifications This appendix contains specifications for the PC23 and PC43 printers. 123 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 138
PC23d Print Speed, Resolution, and General Media Specifications Print Mode: Direct thermal Print Speed (variable): 203 Label Stop Sensor Adjustable from left media edge to 4.5 mm right of center on LCD printers (fixed at center on Icon printers) 124 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 139
Media Thickness: 76.2 to 203 μm (3 to 8 mil) Media Density: 60 to 181 g/m2 Liner Opacity (maximum): 76% (TAPPI T425) Label Stop Sensor Adjustable from left media edge to 4.5 mm right of center on LCD printers (fixed at center on Icon printers) PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 125 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 140
°C (-40 °F to 140 °F) 20 to 80% non-condensing PC43t Print Speed, Resolution, and General Media Specifications Print Mode: Thermal transfer or direct thermal Print Speed (variable): 203 dpi: 50 to 200 mm/sec (2 to 8 ips) 300 Ink Side Out, only 126 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 141
memory device, up to 32 GB Supported Command Languages • Fingerprint • Direct Protocol • Intermec Printer Language (IPL) • ESim • ZSim • DSim Media Sensors • Label stop sensor • Cover open • Label taken (on cutter and label dispenser accessories) Network Services • FTP • HTTP Server • SNMP • Line - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 142
Supported Font Types • TrueType • OpenType • Bitmap Localization Fonts • Simplified Chinese (optional) • Traditional Chinese (optional) • Cyrillic • Korean (Optional) • Latin • Greek • Turkish • Hebrew • Arabic • Baltic • Baltic Rim • Vietnamese • Thai 128 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 143
PCX • PNG • GIF • BMP Drivers • Support for Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Server 2003, and Server 2008 • Supports 32-bit and 64-bit editions Supported Bar Code Symbologies 1D bar code symbologies: DUN-14/16 • EAN: • EAN-8 • EAN-13 • EAN 128 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 129 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 144
bar code symbologies: • Add-on 2 • Add-on 5 • UPC-5 digits Add-on code 2D bar code symbologies: • Aztec • Code 16K • Code 49 130 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 145
(CC-A, CC-B) • EAN-13 Composite (CC-A, CC-B) • GS1 Composite (previously called EAN.UCC Composite) • UPC-A Composite (CC-A, CC-B) • UPC-E Composite (CC-A, CC-B) PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 131 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 146
Fonts Bar Codes(Barcodes) Images Description All Intermec utility programs and user-installed applications. Resident and user-installed fonts. Resident bar codes (partial label shown). All images, including resident and user-installed files. 132 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 147
802.11 MAC address • Ethernet • Serial Port • USB Device • USB Host • Bluetooth • Thermal Printhead • Front Panel • Ribbon • Power Supply Unit Number of labels printed, current odometer value, and total distance printed. General product information, including: • Firmware version • Product name - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 148
Printer Settings Labels Label Media and Printing Ethernet Settings Serial Port Settings Bluetooth Settings Description Current settings for media handling, including: • Media width, length, and X-margin • Selected media type • Printing method (TTR or DT 134 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 149
4 • User Name • Password • Anonymous Name • Inner Authentication • CA Certificate • Client Certificate • Client Key • Server Common Name 1 and 2 • Validate Certificate • PAC • Acquire PAC • Fast Roaming (CCKM) • Mixed Mode (Group = TKIP) • Supplicant State PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 150
Appendix A - Specifications Print Quality Labels Print Quality Labels Label Chess Description Diamond 136 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 151
Appendix A - Specifications Print Quality Labels (Continued) Label Pitch Description Pyramid Ruler PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 137 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 152
Appendix A - Specifications Print Quality Labels (Continued) Label Bar Code(Barcode) Description Wrinkle 138 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 153
B Default Settings This appendix contains all of the default settings for the printer. 139 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 154
. For example, PC43-0000000411. Discover Passkey Determines if other Bluetooth devices Enable can detect the printer. Sets the passkey that is used when pairing Bluetooth devices to the printer. Range is 1 to 16 characters (case-sensitive). 1234 140 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 155
characters. Screen Timeout Selects how long the printer screen stays on Disable before the screen saver starts. Feed Key Access Determines if the Feed button on the printer keypad is enabled or disabled. Enable Volume Sets the printer volume. Off PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 141 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 156
Repeat 1 1 1 1 1 1 Delay Unit Occurrences Occurrences Occurrences Occurrences Occurrences Occurrences Message Error - Out of media Error - Out of ribbon Printer in pause mode Printer in menu mode Error - Application Break Error -RFID not installed 142 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 157
Message Print job complete Printer is started Printer is rebooting Warning Alert Default Settings Delay Warning Alert Status Repeat Ribbon Installed Upgrading Firmware Odometer (User Resettable) Odometer (Printer) Disable 1 Disable 1 Disable 1 Disable 1 Replace Printhead Clean Printhead Faulty - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 158
Ribbon Installed (Sent when the printer is set for direct thermal printing but has ribbon installed for thermal transfer printing) • Ribbon Low • Upgrading Firmware • Odometer (User Resettable) • Odometer (Printer) • Replace Printhead • Clean Printhead 144 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 159
Default Settings • Faulty Dot (Sent when a faulty dot is detected in the printhead, which can lead to lower print quality) Ethernet Settings This section describes the Ethernet IPv4 and IPv6 settings. To view these settings: • From the printer Main Menu, select Settings > Communications > Ethernet - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 160
Description Default System Name Sets the network identification name (WINS name) of the printer. Printer model printer waits before it goes to Sleep mode. Command Language Sets the printer command language. Fingerprint If changed, requires restart. 146 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 161
Type Selects the type of media that is loaded in the printer. Print Method Selects the method of printing that the printer is using. Default Media With Gaps Ribbon (TTR) for thermal transfer printers, or No Ribbon (DT) for direct thermal printers PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 147 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 162
36th Ave W Sets the width of the printable area Variable measured from the media margin (X) across the printhead. Unit of measurement is defined in the Unit of Measure parameter. *935.-FE0JB4X4JE-UI001* INTERMEC 6001 36th Ave W Everett WA 98203 148 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 163
) after printing a label. Unit of measurement is defined in the Unit of Measure parameter. Range is -9999 to +9999. Selects the mode the printer uses to Fast calibrate media. Use Slow if the printer has trouble identifying gaps or marks in media. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 149 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 164
the image darkness for media and ribbon. Variable Adjust this parameter with the Media Sensitivity parameter. Range is 1 to 100. Adjusts the blackness of the printing on the +0% label in 2% increments from -10% to +10%. 150 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 165
XON/XOFF From Description Default Transmission speed in bits per second (bps) for the serial port. 115200 Number of bits that define a character or 8 byte. Specifies how the printer checks the integrity of rate of data transmission from the host. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 151 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 166
module is installed. Enable Determines if the printer is allowed to Enable communicate using its RFID radio. Supported only if the RFID module is installed. Determines if you can enable the USB port to Disable be used as a virtual serial port. 152 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 167
) daemon. Determines if the printer can use IKEv2. Disable Determines if the printer can use Secure Socket Enable Handling (SSH). Telnet Determines if the printer can use Telnet. Enable XML Determines if the printer can use XML printing. Enable PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 153 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 168
is configured. Unit of measurement is defined in the Unit of Measure parameter. Range is 0 to 4294967295. Sets the number of faulty dots on the 0 printhead before the Faulty Dot alert is sent, if this alert is configured. Range is 0 to 4294967295. 154 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 169
. INTERMEC Network Type Selects the radio behavior of the printer. Ad Infrastructure Hoc mode allows the printer to communicate directly with another printer. Infrastructure mode allows the printer to devices from connecting to the wireless network. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 155 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 170
Wireless 802.11 Network Settings Setting Description Default (IPv4) IP Assignment Method Sets how the printer obtains an IP address (for IPv4 networks). • From the printer Main Menu, select Settings > Communications > Wireless 802.11 > Security. 156 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 171
Key 4 User Name Password Anonymous Name Inner Authentication CA Certificate Description Default Selects the intermec.pem Authority (CA) that verifies the server certificate. This CA should be the same one that was used to sign the server certificate. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 172
when using EAP-TTLS, PEAP, or EAP-TLS. Intermec recommends that you set Validate Certificate to Yes. printer can roam Disable from one access point to another without reauthenticating with the server. CCKM only works in wireless networks using LEAP. 158 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 173
B - Default Settings Wireless 802.11 Security Settings (Continued) Setting Mixed Mode (Group=TKIP) Description Determines if the printer can use either TKIP or AES for data encryption, depending on the configuration of the access point. Default Disable PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 174
Appendix B - Default Settings 160 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 175
C Print Labels with INPrint This section explains how to use the INPrint feature to print labels. 161 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 176
lists and enter information in the fields for that label. You can then preview and print the label. The printer firmware includes several predefined label formats. You can also copy your own label formats to the printer and print them from this page. 162 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 177
one of the Resident (Intermec-supplied) web forms, click Resident and then select the web form in the list. 5 Type information in the web form as needed. 6 (Optional) To preview the label on screen, click Preview. 7 To print the label, click Print. PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 163 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 178
Appendix C - Print Labels with INPrint Predefined INPrint Label Formats Predefined INPrint Label Formats and Sample Illustrations Format Name 203_returnadd_3x1.lbx Sample minimal.lbx shipping.lbx 203_in_demo_4x6.lbx 164 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 179
Appendix C - Print Labels with INPrint Predefined INPrint Label Formats and Sample Illustrations (Continued) Format Name 203_shipaddr_4x6.lbx Sample lifetest.lbx PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual 165 - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 180
Appendix C - Print Labels with INPrint Predefined INPrint Label Formats and Sample Illustrations (Continued) Format Name 203_packslip_4x6.lbx Sample 166 PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Intermec PC23d | PC23 and PC43 Desktop Printer User Manual - Page 181
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