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Printer User’s Guide The Future of Portable Printing . . . Today!

Warranty Information Standard Warranty Pentax provides, free of charge, a one-year limited warranty for your new PocketJet printer. For one year fro

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Chapter 1 - Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer Read and follow any instructions on any Read Me First sheet that may be included in your kit

Connecting to an AC Outlet Connect the printer to a nearby AC power outlet to run it on AC power or to charge the battery (see “Charge the Battery,”

Connecting to a DC Supply The PocketJet can be powered from its internal NiMH battery or from a vehicle DC supply. To install the battery, see page

Using the Operation Panel The operation panel consists of the main switch and three indicator lights. See Figure 4. FIGURE 4. Operation panel Ma

NOTE: Additional functions such as Auto On, Auto Off, and Pre-Feed are available for your printer through the Configuration Utility. See pages 18-3

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Chapter 2 - Using the Printer Printing Solutions Pentax provides printing solutions for many different operating systems and device types. Device typ

BlackBerry is a registered trademark of Research in Motion. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Symbian OS is a registered tra

Please take time to fill out the warranty registration information on the installation CD before installing any drivers to assist with technical sup

Manual Install Some operating systems require installing the driver manually, including Mac OS X and Linux, or you may want to manually install a Wi

Accessing Advanced Software Features Text Mode The PocketJet 3 and 3 Plus printers can print either Raster Graphics or Text Mode. The choice is dete

Form Feed Modes You can set how the printer ejects paper by using the following options. • Fixed Page Mode - the paper always feeds at the end of a

provides for a “tear-off” position from a continuous roll feed that will include the entire printed image. 3. The Paper Size selected does not affect

Windows 2000/XP Note: Set “Paper Type” to “Perforated Roll.” This modifies the printable area for any paper size including custom sizes. This way y

Windows Advanced Features Using the Pentax Configuration Utility  Auto-On  Auto-Off  Pre-feed These features can be accessed through Windows by

Windows-Specific Operating System Features Windows Vista Notes: 1) The “Roll Paper Pause” feature is not available in Vista. If required, contact

Connecting to Your Computer There are at least two ways to connect your PocketJet to your computer. USB cable and Infrared (IrDA) are both supported.

A. Connect the USB cable to the printer and computer. B. The Windows Add Hardware Wizard window will open (if it does not open, the software has alr

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Printing 1. Make sure that you have installed a charged battery, have connected the printer to an AC power outlet, or have a DC adapter plugged in. 2

The green DATA indicator light blinks to indicate that the printer is receiving data from your computer. NOTE: If you have inserted paper into th

Configuration Utility The CD supplied with PocketJet 3 and PocketJet 3Plus printers contains a configuration utility, a printer setup program that al

Using the Configuration Program: • Connect an external printer power source, or be sure that the battery is freshly charged. • Assure that the Print

Menu Bar File Menu: • Import – Load a configuration file that was saved previously using the Export feature. Note: You must then Save Config to set

Selecting “Bluetooth Settings” will display the following screen where you will have the choice of setting two parameters, the PIN Code and the Local

You may enter from 1 to 16 alphanumeric characters for your PIN code. Click on the “Save PIN” button to transmit your PIN code to the printer. CAUT

Configuration Options (Dropdown Menu Selections) Note: These configuration options are in most cases relevant only where the host computer will be

For standard paper sizes, this setting determines default margins and expected length for each printed page. For ‘Custom’ sizes, margins and length

emulation in native serif and sans serif fonts in 10, 12, 15, and proportional sizes. Print Density: This sets the

Contents Safety Information ...vi Printer Features...

‘No Feed’ mode ignores all Form Feed commands, and does not advance the paper after printing. This can be of particular help to roll paper users who

you may select either a 10-minute or 30-minute time-out period. If no data is received within the period selected, the printer will turn itself off.

Form Length: This command can be used to set the form length of a ‘Custom’ size page. You may specify the vertical print area in text lines as d

Bottom Margin: This setting will modify the bottom margin when ‘Page Size’ is set to ‘Custom’. ‘Lines’ allow you to set a bottom margin e

Left Margin: This setting can modify the left margin when the ‘Custom’ ‘Page Size’ is selected. You avoid any changes by selecting ‘Use Paper Si

will be a 3/4” (9 x 1/12”) left margin established. If the current ‘Default Pitch’ is set to ‘Proportional’, 10 characters per inch pitch, is used fo

allow you to print more characters across a line than larger characters (10 per inch). Each character in ‘10’, ‘12’, or ‘15’ per inch mode will use t

Printer Commands (Function Buttons) See the buttons across the bottom of the window. Test Page: You can print a test page using the Configuration

END OF PAGE AUTO POWER ON :Disabled PAGE LENGTH :66 1" PERF SKIP :Disabled BOTTOM MARGIN LINES :None PAGE SIZE :Letter LINE FE

Upload Font: Custom fonts may be developed for this printer to meet unique customer applications. For further information, if you are in N. America,

Tips on Using the Battery ... 42 Chapter 3 – Tips on Using Paper...

Installing the Battery 1. Open the printer’s battery cover by pressing the cover latch. Push the cover away from the AC adapter receptacle. See Fig

4. Grasp the battery removal ribbon, which is attached to the inside of the battery compartment. See Figure 12. CAUTION: If you forget to hold on

Removing the Battery 1. Open the printer’s battery cover by pressing the cover latch. Swing the cover open and remove it. 2. Pull out on the batter

Charging the Battery Note: Batteries are shipped from the factory uncharged. Pentax recommends that a complete charging cycle (following steps 1 th

Tips on Using the Battery Darker prints discharge the battery faster than lighter prints do. Use the density adjustment from the driver dialog on yo

Chapter 3 - Tips on Using Paper Inserting Paper 1. Use both hands to hold the paper straight while you insert it into the printer’s paper input slot.

See “Form Feed Modes”, page 10, “Non-Perforated Roll Paper”, page 11, and “Perforated Roll Paper,” page 12. Use Pentax Quality Paper Pentax guarant

Clearing a Paper Jam Method 1 Press and hold the green Main Power switch. The drive motor will start and move slowly for a few seconds, then move f

2. Gently pull the paper out of the printer. Pulling in either direction is acceptable. See Figure 16. CHARGEREFRESHONOFFERRORDATAPOWER FIGURE 16.

Chapter 4 - Maintaining the Printer Cleaning the Print Head To maintain high print quality, clean the print head after 500 prints or whenever you de

Safety Information Use Recommendations • Because the printer uses a thermal printing method, it produces heat during operation. Be sure to place it

POWERDATAERRORONOFFCleaning side FIGURE 17. Inserting the cleaning cloth CAUTION: Do not attempt to clean the print head with any material other t

Cleaning the Platen Roller Dirt and debris on the platen roller can make the roller feed paper into the printer at an angle, degrade the quality of t

FIGURE 18. Cleaning the platen roller. CAUTION: Do not attempt to clean the platen roller with any material other than the cleaning cloth. The

Cleaning the Printer’s Exterior Should the outside of the printer become dirty, clean it using a soft cloth moistened with water. If necessary, add

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Chapter 5 - Reference Indicator Lights The indicator lights tell you about the current status of the printer. Indicator Light Table = Solid

POWER DATA ERROR Flash data storage is complete Bad checksum of flash data No battery found when charging Time-Out when

Time-Out When Charging The printer believes that too much time was required to bring the battery up to a normal charge voltage. A maximum of 150 min

continues to fail in the same way, it is likely that the file itself is corrupt and should be replaced with a clean copy of the file. In rare cases,

Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting Overview If you have difficulty getting your printer to work properly, first check to make sure you have done the followi

Battery Recycling/Disposal Information This printer can run on an optional rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery. The battery is recyclabl

Paper Problems The paper is jammed in the printer See page 43, “Clearing a Paper Jam.” Paper moves through the printer, but nothing appears on the p

The image is compressed and stretched in many places Make sure the release cover was not left open during printing. If it is open, close it completel

The top margin is incorrect Make sure the correct margins have been set in the configuration utility and your software application. If not, set the m

possible, replace the interface cable with another and permanently replace it if it is defective. Pages Don’t Print The green DATA indicator remain

Make sure the printer driver is not inadvertently set to “No Feed Mode.” You may advance the paper position by pressing and holding the main switch

Chapter 7 - Technical Information Specifications Physical Height: 1.18 in. (30 mm) Width: 10.04 in. (255 mm) Depth: 2.17 in. (55 mm) Weigh

Custom 4.13” (105mm) x 1.00” (25.4mm) minimum 8.6” (218.5mm) x 27 feet (8.23 m) (at 200 dpi) max. 8.6” (218.5mm) x 18 feet (5.49 m) (at 300

Electrical Pentax AC Power Supply Input: 100~240 VAC, 50~60 Hz 1 A Maximum Output: 15 VDC Alternate Power Sources DC: 10.0~14.4V from NiMH battery

For PocketJet 3 units sold in the U.S.A., the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 66

For PocketJet 3 units sold in the Europe, the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 67

EU Product Disposal 1) In the European Union: If your product is marked with the symbol above, it means that used electronic products should not b

For PocketJet 3 Plus units sold in the U.S.A., the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 68

For PocketJet 3 Plus units sold in the Europe, the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 69

For PocketJet 3 Bluetooth units sold in the U.S.A., the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 70

For PocketJet 3 Plus Bluetooth units sold in the U.S.A., the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 71

For PocketJet 3 Bluetooth units sold in Europe, the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 72

For PocketJet 3 Plus Bluetooth units sold in the Europe, the following declaration of conformity applies. Page 73

Radio & Television Interference United States FCC Regulations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

Canadian Regulations This digital device does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Int

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Chapter 8 - Ordering Information You can order the following supplies, accessories and replacement parts for your printer. Consumables • Cut sheet P

Printer Features The Pentax PocketJet® ultra-portable printers have been specifically designed to meet the growing demands of mobile workers. • The p

• If you are outside the U.S., contact the dealer where you purchased your printer for information about ordering supplies, accessories and replaceme

Appendix I - Character Set Tables Extended Graphics Character Table MSB> 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F LSB 0 0@P`pÇ Éá ░ └ ╨ α ≡ 1 !1AQ

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Index 2 2-Ply Mode, 10 2-ply paper, 10 A AC adapter, v, viii, 2, 38, 39, 40, 41, 54 AC power, v, 2, 18, 41, 54 AC power outlet, 2 accessories, 77, 78

Clearing a Paper Jam, 45, 58 Configuration Options, 25 Configuration Program, 17, 20, 21 Configuration Utility, 19, 20, 21, 24, 35, 56, 63 Connecting

H High Thermal Head temperature, 54 HPC, 62 I Indicator Lights, 5, 53 Infinite Length Forms, 12 Infinite Paper Size, 12 Infrared, 16, 17, 21 interface

Palm OS, 7 Paper Custom Forms, 15 Custom Size, 15 Fanfold, viii Inserting, 18, 43, 59 Jam, 45, 46, 58 Pentax Quality, ix, 18, 44, 58, 77 Pre-defined S

R Radio & Television Interference Canadian Regulations, 75 European Regulations, 75 US FCC Regulations, 74 Raster Graphics, 10 RBRC, ii red indica

Page 86 V Variable Length Forms, 11 variable page length, 11 vehicle DC supply, 3, 19 Vehicle Mount, 77 vehicle power, viii Vista, ii, viii, 9, 10, 12

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