Ax-Series - How to Set Up an External Print Trigger

Step 1

Set Up an External Print Trigger

To set up an external print trigger:
  1. On the TouchScreen, select Home > Setup > Production line setup > Print trigger.

  2. Select the Trigger by drop down setting and select External.

  3. Check how the print trigger signal is generated. Set the unit of measurement for the Product detect persistence value correctly, as described in the table on page 123 of the Ax-Series Product Manual.

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    The unit of measurement can only be changed by a certified engineer with a USB key.

  4. Select the Active level drop down setting and select whether a High or Low input signal will trigger a print.

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    Current level displays the current print trigger input signal level, either high or low.

  5. Select the Print delay (mm) setting and set the distance the product will move past the product detect sensor before the label is printed.

  6. For more advanced adjustments, consult page 123 of the Ax-Series Product Manual.

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