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The " f " at the end of the escape sequence represents the final character. It terminates the sequence, and specifies the function to be performed. Spaces are used when documenting escape sequences to increase readability. The spaces within the sequences are for readability only; they are not part of the sequences themselves. Characters that appear in italics such as " n " and " f " above are not sent to the printer as is; they are used as a place holder indicating that some value must be supplied.

Multiple character strings without intervening spaces typically represent control codes. For example, BS is the Backspace control code 08 hex , not the two characters "B" and "S" 42 and 53 hex. If you have any doubt about how to interpret a documented control code or escape sequence, refer to the hex representation in the provided example.

This should clarify any ambiguity. The examples may also be helpful when analyzing a hex dump see chapter 8 printed by the printer. Some escape sequences refer to the active column or active line. The active column is the column where the next character will be printed. Printing a character or a space will increment the active column. The active line is the line where the next character will be printed.

A line feed will increment the active line. Column and line numbers begin at one, not at zero. Since the ETX may be a legal value within an escape sequence, it is the user's responsibility to ensure that an ETX used for data handshake is not sent within an escape sequence. The user must also ensure that the maximum block size or the number of blocks sent at one time does not exceed the input buffer size of the printer.

The first parameter, n1 , sets the line spacing. The second parameter, n2 , sets the character spacing. Typical values for n1 and supported values for n2 are shown below. Other values for n2 will be ignored.

To change only the horizontal or only the vertical spacing, omit the other value from the sequence or set it to zero. Example: The following escape sequence will select 6 lpi without affecting character spacing. Example: The following escape sequence will select 10 cpi without affecting line spacing. Selects the graphic rendition n from the following table.

The other available fonts do not include italic characters. Causes the current line to be printed, and then sets the current print position to the left margin.

Causes the current line to be printed, and then moves the current print position one space to the left. The actual distance moved depends on the current character spacing.

Backspacing can be done up to, but not beyond, the left margin. Sets the current print position to column n. The actual position will depend on the current character spacing. If n is less than the left margin, the active column will be set to the left margin. If n is greater than the right margin, then a line feed will be performed and the active column will be set to the left margin.

Advances the current print position by n columns. The actual distance moved will depend on the current character spacing. Equivalent to sending n spaces SP. Example: The following escape sequence will advance the active column by 10 columns. If current character spacing is 10 cpi, this will cause the print position to move one inch to the right. Causes the current line to be printed, and then advances the paper one line at the current line spacing.

Performs a half line feed. Causes the current line to be printed, and then advances the paper one half line at the current line spacing. Performs a reverse half line feed. Causes the current line to be printed, and then retracts the paper one half line at the current line spacing. Sets the current line to line n of the current form. The actual position will depend on the current line spacing. Advances the active line by n lines.

The actual distance moved will depend on the current line spacing. Equivalent to sending n line feeds LF. Example: The following escape sequence will advance the active line by 12 lines. If current line spacing is 6 lpi, this will cause the paper to advance one inch. Causes the current line to be printed, and then sets the current print position to the left margin and performs a line feed. Equivalent to a carriage return CR line feed LF combination.

Form length is the distance from the top of the form to the bottom of the form. A form feed will advance the paper to the top of the next form. Some programs do not send form feeds. Instead, they count line feeds, and send the appropriate number of line feeds to fill out the page. The usual rational is that the program is then in complete control of form length, and will work on any printer without requiring the correct form length to be set. However, the correct form length should always be set on the FormsPro Even if the program does not use form feeds, the printer will automatically scroll a completed form up to the tear bar to be torn off.

This automatic scroll is based upon form length. The easiest way to set form length is via the "Length:" value in the "Setup: FORM" menu, so it will be correctly set for everyone using the form.

Causes the current line to be printed, and then advances the paper to the top of the next form. If a top margin is set, printing will continue at the top margin. Horizontal tab stops are associated with columns, not absolute physical positions.

Changing character spacing will change the physical position of the tab stops. Default tab stops are set at every eighth column, i. If different tab stops are to be set, the default tab stops should first be cleared. Advances to the next horizontal tab stop. If no tab stop exists between the active column and the right margin, the HT will be ignored. Sets a horizontal tab stop at the current print position. The tab stop is associated with the active column, not an absolute physical position.

Changing character spacing will change the physical position of the tab stop. The tab stop set by this escape sequence will be added to previously set tab stops, including the default tab stops. If this is not desired, the old tab stops should first be cleared. Clears the horizontal tab stop at the current print position. The tab stop to be cleared is associated with the active column based upon the current character spacing , not an absolute physical position.

Vertical tab stops are associated with lines, not absolute physical positions. Changing line spacing will change the physical position of the tab stops. Causes the current line to be printed, and then advances the paper to the next vertical tab stop. If no vertical tab stops are set, then a line feed is done instead. Sets a vertical tab stop at the current line. The tab stop is associated with the active line, not an absolute physical position. Maintenance and Troubleshooting contains information on how to care for your printer to keep it working at peak performance.

This section also includes a list of printer error messages and suggestions on how to solve problems. Advanced Setup Features contains additional information for systems administrators. Specifications provides detailed information regarding performance, media specifications, and options available for your MtP Series printer. Glossary of Terms is a reference for terminology used within this manual and in the computer and printer industry.

The battery must be charged using the following instructions prior to using the printer for the first time. Maximum battery capacity is not reached until after completing a minimum of three complete charge and discharge cycles. The Battery Indicator will turn on and remain on until the battery is fully charged. Caution : Use only Printek power supplies designed specifically for your MtP printer. Each printer comes supplied with a roll of receipt paper. For your convenience, the printers feature a paper supply indicator as shown in Figure 2.

The indicator changes from all green to all red as the paper supply is used. Note : For maximum performance and optimum print quality, use only genuine Printek media in your MtP Series printer. To install media, you must release the paper door by moving the Paper Door Release in the direction shown in Figure 2 and then lift the paper door to expose the paper compartment. Refer to Figure 3 and locate the movable media support.

Move the support in the direction shown and then locate the media between the supports and release the movable support. Note : Make sure that the roll spins freely on the media supports. Refer to Figure 4 and unroll enough paper to allow it to lay through the print head as shown, and close the paper door. You may now press the Paper Feed Button to advance the paper a few inches and then tear it off in preparation for printing. To turn the printer on, simply press the Power Button.

The bottom line will display a battery symbol at the right hand end of the line that indicates the current condition of the battery. To turn the printer off, press and hold the Power Button. Two self test printouts are available — the standard printout which prints the items listed below, and an extended printout which also prints any graphic images or logos that are stored in the printer. Pressing and releasing the Paper Feed button will cause the images to be printed at the bottom of the standard printout.

Prior to using your printer with a computer application, check the interface settings to be sure they match those required by your host system. Each printer is equipped with a Serial RSC interface which is selected by default.

Additionally, the printer may also be equipped with either an IrDA interface, Bluetooth interface, or Wi-Fi interface. The model description on the serial number label will indicate if one of the optional interfaces is installed.

The factory defaults for the basic settings for each interface are listed below. If the above settings do not sufficiently match your host system, the following instructions describe how to access the Interface Set Up Menu. Make sure the printer is powered off. Press and hold the Enter Button. Continue to hold the Enter Button and turn the printer on. If necessary, you may toggle between the Serial interface and the optional interface if installed by pressing the Increment Button.

Note that the interface that is displayed is the interface that will be used when you exit set up mode. Press the Enter Button to advance to the first set up feature for the interface that was displayed in step 4. You may continue to step through additional set up features by pressing the Enter Button. Press the Enter Button to save the changes and exit the Setup Mode.

Your printer is now configured and ready to communicate with your host system. The belt loop system consists of two parts — a knob located on the bottom of the printer and a belt loop strap with a click on connector. To use the belt loop system, slide your belt through the strap of the belt loop and then insert the knob located on the bottom of the printer into the slot of the belt loop connector. Pull down on the printer until you hear a click.

The printer is now secure and can safely hang down beside your hip. To release the printer, press in on the two latches on the sides of the connector and pull the printer and knob up and clear of the slot. Note : Do not force or pull the printer from the connector without pressing in on the two latches.

For normal daily use, most users will only need to turn the printer on and off, load paper, and recharge the battery at the end of the day. The following sections describe these simple activities and provide additional information regarding the use of the MtP The MtP Series printers are designed for simple operation with an easy to use control panel.

As shown in Figure 5, the control panel consists of an LCD Display, five indicators, and four pushbuttons. Page 49 The control panel User guide Message Meaning The user is requested to tear off paper Tear Paper off which has been advanced to the tear edge.

AED Error Page Paper Handling User guide Paper handling Paper handling This section describes how to load fanfold paper, transport paper and move the paper to the tear position. Loading paper Your printer can process fanfold paper. For informations on allow- able paper formats, refer to the section Paper specifications page Page 53 Paper handling User guide Release the colored latch lever of the left- hand tractor and align the tractor so that the first printing position on the paper matches the X mark on the printer housing.

Lock the colored lever again. Place fanfold paper into the left-hand tractor. Page 54 User guide Paper handling Make sure to align the paper stack in parallel with the printer and that the paper flow is unob- structed. Lower the front cover. Switch the printer on. The active paper source Tractor1 appears in the display. The display alternates between… and … Page Paper Transport Paper handling User guide Paper transport Loaded paper can be transported in the printer in several ways.

Make sure that the printer is in offline mode; press the Online key, Offline Trac1 if necessary. The tear edge is located at the front side of the paper output opening. If necessary, press the Online Trac1 Online key. Page Removing Paper Paper handling User guide Removing paper Never use force to remove the paper from the printer. Other- STOP wise the mechanical components may be damaged. Make sure that the printer is in offline mode; press the Online key, if necessary.

Press the Park 1 key. Page Se T T Ings User guide Settings Se t t ings This section describes how to set the tear position, the first printing line, the print head gap as well as the font and the character density. Setting the print head The printer features automatic print head gap adjustment to the thickness of the paper used.

Page Setting The Tear Position Settings User guide Setting the tear If the tear position of the paper is not aligned with the tear edge of the printer, you can adjust it. Inserted paper needs to be torn off if position necessary and retracted to park position. Press the Setup key. You can use the density and font Font key to select resident fonts. Press the Setup key, then the Char 4 key. Page 62 User guide This page left intentionally blank.

Page 63 User guide This page left intentionally blank. Page 64 User guide This page left intentionally blank. Page 65 User guide This page left intentionally blank. Page 66 User guide This page left intentionally blank. Programming via the control panel. Basic settings such as emulation, character size, form length etc. Page Menu Handling User guide The Menu Menu handling You can navigate in the current menu using the four function and se- lection keys arranged below the LC display field.

Each function and parameter displayed in the LCD is executed or selected by the cor- responding key below, respectively. An acoustic signal German verifies this action. Setup After saving your setting Set , the display in our example indicates the following text Page Menu Structure The Menu User guide Menu structure The menu structure of your printer may be slightly different from the example shown here, depending on the printer software. Page Menu Parameters User guide The Menu Menu parameters The following section introduces and explains all the possible menu settings.

Press Setup key. Adjust Paperway Setup mode and Menu mode may be disabled. Hold Form Char Online Reset Press Reset 2 key. Reset Quietm. Reset Form1 Online Setup Press Font 2 key. The higher the pa- rameter the smaller the character spacing.

Press Skip 3 key. When a printer understands the control set written for another printer type, it is said to emulate the other printer. Press Emulate 3 key. See also Interfaces page Bidir Back Next Online Setup Serial interface Serial This parameter group only is valid, if an optional serial interface module is installed. Page Data Format Format The Menu User guide Data format Format This parameter serves to define the number of data bits, the parity check for received data bytes and the number of stop bits per data byte.

Press Format 3 key. Press Special 2 key. Press Remote 2 key. Press Protocol 3 key. Page Selecting Interface Interf. The Menu User guide Selecting interface Interf. Selects the interface. Printer is configured either for parallel, Ether- net or optional serial connection or in automatic change for the par- allel or the optional serial interface Shared.

Press Interf. Serial Interf. Gateway Press Gateway 3 key. Press EthSpeed 3 key. These character sets can be used according to the selected emulation. Other Problems Obtaining Service Printer Specifications Media Specifications Supplies and Accessories Glossary of Terms The FieldPro series offers a variety of configurations to suit any printing environment.

The RT43 prints on receipt paper supplied in roll form up to 4. All models also support an optional internal Bluetooth or Wi-Fi interface. Each printer is shipped with a battery, a carrying strap, a Quick Start Guide, and one roll of receipt paper.

This manual has been written for systems administrators and end users and contains information needed for the set up and everyday use of the printer. It also contains information regarding preventative maintenance and how to obtain service if needed.

Getting Started contains the minimum steps required to get the printer set up and able to communicate with your host system. Daily Operation describes additional activities that are likely to be encountered under normal operation.

Printer Configuration contains detailed information on all the features available in the Setup menus. Interfacing To A Host Computer provides basic information related to connecting the printer to a computer via a cabled serial connection or the optional Bluetooth or Wi-Fi interfaces. Power Considerations provides information regarding operation on the internal battery or from an external supply.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting contains information on how to care for your printer to keep it working at peak performance. This section also includes a list of printer error conditions and suggestions on how to solve problems. Specifications provides detailed information regarding performance, media specifications, and options available for your FieldPro series printer.

Glossary of Terms is a reference for terminology used within this manual and in the computer and printer industry.

Before preparing your new FieldPro RT43 for use, please refer to Figure 1 and familiarize yourself with the locations of the various features of the printer. The battery must be charged using the following instructions prior to using the printer for the first time. Maximum battery capacity is not reached until after completing a minimum of three complete charge and discharge cycles.

Please refer to Figure 2. Battery Contacts. The Battery Indicator will turn on and remain on until the battery is fully charged. Caution : Use only Printek power supplies designed specifically for your FieldPro printer. Note : For maximum performance and optimum print quality, use only genuine Printek media in your FieldPro printer.

To install media, you must release the paper door by moving the Paper Door Release Lever in the direction shown in Figure 4 and then lift the paper door to expose the paper compartment.

Paper Door. Unroll a small portion of the paper as shown, place the roll into the printer, and close the Paper Door. If the printer is turned on, you may now press the Paper Feed Button to advance the paper and then tear it off in preparation for printing. Note : If you need to use a paper width other than what was supplied with your printer, please refer to Media Specifications in the Specifications section of this manual. To turn the printer on, simply press and release the Power Button.

To turn the printer off, press and hold the Power Button. To perform a self test, press and hold the Paper Feed Button while turning on the printer with the Power Button.

The printer will print a test page with the following information:. Do not press any buttons at this time. Improper changes may make your printer perform poorly or not at all. These menus should only be used under the direction of your technical support staff. For more information, please refer to the Printer Configuration section on page 13 of this manual. To tear the paper, pull the paper against the tear bar a sharp edge on the paper door at a slight angle as shown in Figure 6, and then continue to pull the paper in the direction shown to tear it off.