ASTRO AstroJet 2000 Installation, Operating, And Parts Manual

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• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 40 AstroJet 2000 Printer PROBLEM REASON REMEDY No communication Improper cabling Unit not receiving power Use Proper cable (see Sect. 3) Check plug connections, on/off switch and fuse on back panel (see Sect. 2) Improper output (address inform- ation out of order, misfeeding, etc.) Wrong interface settings Static electricity Dirty media sensor Check software or data base on PC Turn AstroJet 2000 of and on Clean media sensor Extra lines; losing data Data base problem Check data in data base program Not printing on media Media not positioned properly 1. Adjust print band vertically 2. Adjust media margin sett

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 31 indexed, so the user is warned of the potential consequences of selecting an ODBC database. 2. The ODBC to CSV converter was added to the Layout Editor, so users have a viable alternative to using ODBC databases directly. 3. A timer has been placed in the Control Panel that monitors ODBC reads. When reading of a record exceeds a threshold, the Control Panel stops the job with a timeout error. Converting ODBC Databases to *.CSV (Comma Separated Value Format) To convert an ODBC database to a Comma Separated Value file, use the following procedure: 1. Create a new project, or open an existing project in t

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, i TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 – Introduction 1 Section 2 – Getting Acquainted 3 Components 3 Feeder Section 4 Printer Section 4 Key Pad Definitions 5 Operator Display Screen and Menu 7 Section 3 – Installation and Setup 9 Choose a Location 9 Install the Inkjet Cartridge 9 Plug in the AstroJet 2000 10 Setting up the AstroJet 2000 10 Install Software on the Compu

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 14 1 AstroJet III 1 AccuJet Data 0 Bios The latest version of the system Bios is stored here. 0 Databases This folder is used to store your databases. 0 Fonts When a job is printed from the AstroJet Control Panel the fonts and logos used for that job are rendered in a format that the AstroJet Image Blaster Printer can use. These rendered fonts and logos are stored in this folder for future use when the job is run again. 0 Jobs The Jobs folder shows information ab

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 19 The next step is to enter the rest of the return address. Double click on the second line in the return address area in the layout and enter the following in the “Text Field Editor – Field 3” window: Once you click the OK button, the second line will appear as you typed it in the “Layout Editor” window. To the right of the media layout is a vertical line, you can drag this line to the position where you want the information from the two edits to line up and then right click on the line. The lines will then line up with each other. The AstroJet Software has

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 51 KEY# PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1. 21-100-07 CENTER PLATE WLED. 1 2. 21-100-32 SLIDER 1 3. 21-100-31 SLIDER 1 4. 123-1335 CURVED DISC SPRING GR1074 HC STEEL 1 5. 123-0148 WASHER, 7/16 OD X .200 ID X 1/32 1 6. 123-0004 SCREW, 10-32 X 5/8 SOC HD 1 7. 21-100-33 SUPPORT, PAPER 1 8. 123-0002 SCREW, 10-32 X 3/8 PH UNDRCUT SS 2 9. 123-1205 SCREW, 8-32 X 1/4 BTN HD SOC 3 10. 94-102-05 SIDE GUIDE BLOCK SUBASSY. 2 11. 123-0126 SCREW, 8-32 X 1/4 PH MS SS UNDRCT 4

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 33 Section 5 – Maintenance This section shows you how to care for and replace inkjet cartridges, clear paper jams, and perform routine operator maintenance to the AstroJet 2000 Printer. Other problems such as not printing, poor print quality, etc., are also covered. Special tips and suggestions to help you increase efficiency and avoid problems are also included. The Inkjet Cartridge The AstroJet 2000 inkjet cartridges must be replaced when out of ink, when print quality is poor, or when purging and cleaning have not helped the image quality. The Approximate life of the HP 51645A Inkje

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 47 KEY# PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1. 21-100-14 COVER, R/H 1 2. 21-100-20 P/H COVER WELDMENT & DECAL 1 3. 21-100-19 CLOSURE, REAR 1 4. 21-100-18 COVER, L/H 1 5. 21-100-26 COVER WELD, L/H 1 6. 21-108-01 COVER, TOP ASSY. 1 7. 97-100-65 CABLE BRACKET 1 8. 123-0928 SCREW, 4-40 1/2 PH BIND HD 2 9. 123-1323 SCREW, TRUSS HD 4-40 X 3/16 SS 8 10. 123-1158 SCREW, 4-40 X 3/16 UNDRCT SS 8 11. 123-0017 SCREW, 10-32 X 1/4 PH TRUSS HD 2

• 37 CAUTION Never spray or pour cleaners d irectly on or into the AstroJet 2000 Printer. Excess liquid could harm electronic parts. Always dampen a rag with the cleaner and apply it to the parts to be cleaned. Cleaning the Media Sensor Periodically check the media sensor located in the print carriage area of the printer section. The sensor should be clean and free of accumulat

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 34 Short-term Storage Leave the cartridge in the AstroJet 2000 for short periods of time, 2 days or less. The next time that the AstroJet 2000 is used, the printhead may have to be cleaned per the cleaning instructions, below. Long-term Storage HP 51645A Keep the printhead in an area that is relatively free of dust and paper particles that is not too dry Place the cartridges in a Tupperware container with a damp sponge or towel to maintain humidity and prevent the printhead from drying out. When the cartridges are ready to be used again, the printhead will need to be cleaned. Disposal The cartridge may be disposed of in normal manner. If there should be an ink spill

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 16 Printhead 1 may be connected in the software to either to head 4 or head 2. This will permit you to print up to 1.5 inch wide on the media. There are some restrictions as to the placement of printhead 1, however due to the guide rollers in the printing section. If in doubt run a test before beginning the job. Before continuing, spend a little time exploring the “Layout Editor – Untitled” screen. The AstroJet 2000 uses five print heads. To eliminate the unused heads, click on Setup, then Print head. Click on the boxes in the window for the head positions that are not used (heads 6, 7, and 8)

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 11 separator and install the new one. Take care not to loose the mounting screw in the machine. The following steps will assist you in setting the feeder portion of the AstroJet 2000: 1. Place one piece of media on the feeder table move the side guides out to their extreme open position. Release the separator-locking lever located on the left side of the feeder and raise the separators to their up and locked position. 2. There are four separators on the feeder. Use the two center separators for narrow media and the two

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 18 After enabling the lines, select the style of font, size of type, and whether the type should be bold, italicized, underlined or struck through. The down arrow will permit you to access the other sixteen lines of data that are available for use. Click OK to continue. The software returns to the Layout Editor screen and the data selected will be displayed at the bottom right hand corner of the media layout called the blotter area. Use the mouse to move each line into the general area of the layout where they will be finally positioned. Once you have done thi

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 4 Feeder Section The media to be printed and addressed is loaded into the feeder section of the AstroJet 2000. It is fed into the printer section as required at the speed selected by the operator from the AstroJet 2000 Software Control Panel. The feeder is adjustable for a wide variety of media. Printer Section The Printer is the most important part of the AstroJet 2000. It is here that the address and other information are printed on the media. Two important features of the printer tha

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 9 Section 3 – Installation and Setup Before using the AstroJet 2000 Printer for the first time, the following procedures must be performed: • Choose a location for the AstroJet 2000 Printer • Install the inkjet cartridges • Plug in the AstroJet 2000 • Set up the AstroJet 2000 • Install the AstroJet 2000 software • Set up the transport • Adjust for media thickness • Position the printed output on the media Choose a Location Ø The AstroJet 2000 should be attached to the computer with a parallel printer cable n

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 26 NOTE: When the job is running the display in the lower right hand corner of the Control Panel will tell you the speed of the printer in Inches Per Second (ips) and the approximate number of pieces being processed per hour. This only displays when the Printer is connected and printing pieces. Bundle and Bag Breaks A Bundle and a Bag Break feature are available in the AstroJet Control Panel Software. This feature will permit you to stop the AstroJet printer in order to separate the pieces according to USPS regulations. The various mail management software available for presorting have the ability to prepare your databa

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 27 Once you have loaded your job in the control panel, select Advanced…, then select Bag Break, the above window will appear. You can enable these functions by clicking on the Enable Breaks to select it. Select the field where the break character was placed in the database. If you used a character other than the (*) place that in the Break Sequence block, then select pieces for the break in the Break Delay block. The printer will stop at the break. Then click OK. If you require a Bundle Break repeat the above sequence, but use a different character or field to designate this function. Remember you can not use any alpha or numeric character or the tilde

• 42 Software continued… ERROR MESSAGE PROBLEM SOLUTION New Fields missing from layout screen. Continued… Fields not visible in blotter area on Layout Screen. Right click on one of the fields that has already been positioned and click OK on the field property sheet an they should re-appear Right click on one of the fields that has already been positioned and click OK on th

• 21 logo or graphic on the layout as illustrated. The logo can be edited with Windows paint by double clicking on it. Press this button to add the USPS bar code to the address. Press the number 1 Enable button and then select the Field where the bar code is located in the database. Then press OK. The bar code will appear in the lower right hand corner of your screen just b

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 39 Section 6 – Trouble Shooting Guide The following trouble shooting guides are provided to assist you in solving any problems that might occur with the AstroJet 2000 Printer or its software. We have tried to make them as complete as possible. The best advice we can offer is to make sure that the system is setup properly, plugged in, that it has an adequate supply of ink before attempting to trouble shoot any problem. Inkjet Cartridges HP 51645A Print Cartridges CONDITION PROBLEM SOLUTION Cartridge will not print Sheet is blank even after it has gone undern

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 20 You may add as many messages to the layout in any position on the media by simply enabling an Address Line in the “Text Field Properties” window and dragging the line from the blotter area to the position you would like to have it appear on the media. Then double click on the line and enter the information in the “Text Field Editor” window. The Logo icon is used to add logos and graphics in .BMP format to your design. When you click on the “Logo” icon or access it from the Fields drop box, under Logos

• 15 The Wizard will switch to the “Database View – (file name)”. The first record of the database will be displayed. There is a series of arrows just below the record. These can be used to step through the records as follows: Click Next>> and the “Layout Wizard – Stock Properties” window will open. Select the size and/or type of stock that you will be print

• ASTRO AstroJet 2000, 13 Section 4 – Operating the AstroJet 2000 Once the AstroJet 2000 software has been installed on the computer and the AstroJet 2000 printer has been supplied with media and ink cartridges, it is ready to print. Using your existing database, you create a Layout and Job files with the AstroJet 2000 software. The computer sends the job to the AstroJet 2000 printer. The AstroJet 2000 then prints the Job with both the addresses and other information you input in the layout. This section explains how the Ast

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