K4100 - Label printer Kroy - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Desktop Label Printer
Brand	Kroy
Model	K4100
Power Supply	AC adapter 12V DC, minimum 4.0A
Display	LCD with contrast adjustment
Print Technology	Thermal transfer (cartridge-based)
Max Print Width	1 inch (25.4 mm) using 1" tape
Supported Tape Sizes	0.375", 0.5", 0.8", 1.0" (tape, tube, die-cut, wire wrap)
Bar Code Capabilities	Codabar, Code 39, EAN-8, EAN-13, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, MSI Plessey, PDF417
Character Styles	Bold, Italic, Underline, Mirror, Frame, Justify, Vertical, Rotate
Font Options	Built-in Block font; downloadable TrueType fonts from PC
Print Speed	Unlimited (default) or selectable: 0.5, 0.8, 1.0 (units unspecified)
Label Memory	Internal file management; up to 8-character file names; multiple pages per file
PC Connectivity	Serial port (RS-232) for PC connection
Software Included	Kroy Label Designer (KLDS) and Windows printer drivers
Time/Date Stamp	Prints current date/time on label edge; settable clock
Sequential Printing	Numeric and alphabetic sequencing with variable increments
Language Support	English, Spanish, French, German
Maintenance	Clean printhead and rollers with 90% isopropyl alcohol after each cartridge
Warranty	6 months limited warranty
Included Accessories	AC adapter with power cord, serial cable, owner's manual, CD-ROM with software

Frequently Asked Questions - K4100 Kroy

How do I install the supply cartridge in the K4100?

To install the supply cartridge: 1. Wind the ribbon spool on the bottom of the cartridge counter-clockwise two full turns. 2. Insert the cartridge into the cavity with the lock/release knob turned counter-clockwise and thread the excess material through the exit slot. 3. Turn the knob clockwise to lock. 4. Press FEED to prepare for printing.

How do I print my first label?

After powering on and installing a cartridge, type text using the keyboard. Press the Print key. Auto Size adjusts the font size automatically. For a multi-line label, press Enter to add lines.

Can I create barcodes?

Yes. Press Shift + Font to access the barcode menu. Select from 10 barcode symbologies including Code 39, EAN-13, UPC-A, PDF417, and more. You can set resolution and checksum options.

How do I clean the printhead and rollers?

After each cartridge change, clean the printhead and rollers using a soft cotton swab moistened with 90% isopropyl alcohol. Allow the alcohol to evaporate before loading a new cartridge. Avoid touching the printhead surface with fingers.

The printer isn't working properly. What should I do?

Try resetting the printer: turn it off and on. If the display is blank, adjust LCD contrast via Printer Setup (Shift+Print). Ensure the AC adapter and cartridge are firmly connected. If characters are poorly formed, adjust print density or clean the printhead.

Can I connect the K4100 to my PC?

Yes, via the serial port on the back. Install the included KLDS software and printer driver from the CD-ROM. Use any Windows application (e.g., Word) to print labels by selecting the K4100 as the printer.

How do I print sequential labels (e.g., numbers or letters)?

Press Repeat and select Sequence. Choose Alpha or Numeric, set start and end values, and increment. Then select Insert to place the sequence marker. The printer will generate all labels automatically.

How do I adjust the print density?

Press Shift + Print to open Printer Setup, then select Density. Use the left cursor to increase density (darker) or right to decrease. Adjust if characters are smeared or incomplete.

Can I download additional fonts to the K4100?

Yes. Connect the printer to a PC, go to Printer Properties > Control > Advanced Options, select Download Fonts, choose TrueType fonts from your PC, and update. The fonts will appear in the printer's Font menu.

How do I use the time and date stamp?

First, set the clock via Shift + Repeat then Set Clock. To add current time/date to a label, use Time or Date options. For a stamp that prints at the edge of each label, enable Stamp in the Time/Date menu.

USER MANUAL K4100 Kroy

Read this manual before using your K4100

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K4100 Desktop Label Printer

Introduction

Kroy Limited Warranty

Kroy LLC (“Kroy”) warrants its labeling system equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of six (6) months from the date of purchase. At no charge to the customer except for inbound freight to Kroy’s service center, Kroy will, at Kroy’s option, repair or replace any product determined to be defective. Kroy will pay return UPS ground charges. A purchase receipt or other evidence of purchase will be required before warranty service is rendered. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or any damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse, negligence or modification or attempted repair by anyone other than Kroy or a Kroy authorized repair agent. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THIS PARAGRAPH.

KROY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do no allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

If a problem develops with your Kroy labeling system during or after this warranty period, you may contact Kroy customer service at 800.729.5769.

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

CDC Notice

This digital apparatus does not exceed Class A limits for radio noise for digital devices as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Battery and AC Adapter Notice

This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit AC adapter rated 12V DC, minimum 4.0A.

CAUTION: (for Lithium Battery) Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

CAUTION: (for rechargeable Ni-Cd Batteries) Risk of explosion if batteries are replaced by an incorrect type. Replace only with C size Ni-Cd batteries rated 1.2V maximum 2500 mAH. DO NOT USE ALKALINE BATTERIES IN THIS PRODUCT.

The K5100 Printer and Cartridges are protected by U.S. Patents including: 5,411,339 5,533,818

Product Disposal Instructions

The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed of with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life.

The Waste of Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in to effect to recycle products using the best available recovery and recycling processes to minimise the impact on the environment, treat any hazardous substances and avoid increasing landfill.

Product Disposal Instructions for domestic / home users

When you have no further use for the product, please remove any batteries and dispose of them and the product as per your local authority's recycling processes. For more information please contact your local authority or the distributor / retailer from where the product was purchased.

Product Disposal Instructions for business / commercial users

Business users should ensure that this product is not mixed with other commercial waste for disposal. Please contact the distributor from where the product was purchased to check the terms of your purchase contract.

Alternatively please contact Kroy Europe Ltd:

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Kroy Europe Ltd WEEE Producer No.: WEE/KA0053TQ

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Contents of Box.... 3

Printer Description.... 4

Important Safety Precautions.... 5

Connecting AC Adapter....6

Installing the Supply Cartridge....7

Chapter 2: Printing Your First Label

Printing a Label....9

Turning Printer On....9

Cursor Movement....9

Default Printer Settings....9

Editing Text.... 10

Adding a Character Style.... 10

Printing on Shrink Tube.... 11

Printing a Self-Laminating Wire Wrap.... 12

Frequently Used Keys.... 13

Chapter 3: Operating Your Printer

Font Function....15

Size Function....16

Character Styles- 17-18

Bold, Italic, Underline

Other Styles - 19-21

Mirror, Frame, Justify, Vertical, Rotate

Label Setup....22-23

Length, Cutmark, Left Margin, Vertical Margin

Shortcuts and Hot Keys....24

Multiple Copies & Sequencing....25-30

Printer Setup....31-32

Reset, Unit of Measure, Density, Auto Off, Advance Cut, Language,Printspeed, LCD Contrast

Bar Codes....33-34

File Management....35-36

New, Open, Save, Delete

Multiple Page Documents.... 37

Time/Date Stamp 38-39

Chapter 4: PC Operations

Introduction....41

KLDS Software and Driver Installation.... 42

KLDS Operation....43-44

Downloading Fonts....45-46

Using Your Printer with Other PC Applications.... 47-48

Appendices

Maintaining Your Printer.... A-1

System Messages...... B-1

Troubleshooting...... C-1

Updating Printer Firmware....D-1 D-2

Using Accent Characters.... E-1

Using the Character Map ...... F-1

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Getting Started

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(1) K4100 Desktop Label Printer

Simple line drawing of a rectangular box next to a CD (no text or symbols)

(1) Owner's Manual and (1) CD-ROM with KLDS Software and Drivers

Illustration of a black electrical plug connected to a cable with a power outlet, no text or symbols present.

(1) AC Adapter with Power Cord (1) Serial Cable

Illustration of a black cable with a connector and its connector to a U2D model (no text or symbols)

Figure 1: Top View of Printer

Tape Compartment Cutter Function Keys Print Key LCD Display Delete/ Escape Key KROY K4100 Power Key Enter Key Cursor Keys

Figure 2: Back View of Printer

Serial Port 12V~ AC Adapter Jack

When using your printer, always follow these important safety precautions:

1. Read all instructions carefully.
2. Do not immerse the printer in water or other liquids, you could receive an electrical shock.
3. Do not apply adhesive labels to your skin.
4. Do not put objects onto or into the printer.
5. Do not expose to high temperatures or high humidity. Never leave on the dashboard or in the trunk of your car.
6. Do not use in dusty places and avoid direct exposure to sunlight and rain.
7. Do not pull on the tape, you could damage the tape cartridge.
8. Do not attempt internal repairs to the printer. If service or repair is needed, contact a qualified Kroy service representative.
9. Do not touch the printhead ceramic or rollers with your fingers.

Connecting AC Adapter

The AC adapter is required to power the K4100. Warning: Only use the AC adapter provided with this machine. Use of any other AC adapter will damage your K4100, make it unusable and void the warranty.

Connecting the AC Adapter

1. Insert the AC adapter plug into the AC adapter jack on the back of the machine (See Figure 3).
2. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into the nearest standard electrical outlet.

Figure 3: AC Adapter Connection

AC Adapter Jack AC Adapter Plug

WARNING: K2500, K3000-PC and K240 AC adapters are NOT compatible with the K4100.

Figure 4: Installing the Supply Cartridge

Supply Cartridge Exit Slot Lock/Release Knob Printhead & Rollers KROY K4100

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1. Wind the ribbon spool on the bottom of the supply cartridge counter-clock wise two full turns in the direction of the arrow with your finger.
2. Insert cartridge into the cartridge cavity with the lock/release knob turned counter-clockwise and the excess material threaded in the exit slot.
3. Turn the lock/release knob clockwise to lock the cartridge into place.
4. Press FEED and you are ready to create a label.

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Printing Your First Label

After you have connected the AC adapter, plugged the AC adapter into the nearest outlet and installed the label cartridge, you are ready to make your first label.

Turning the Printer On

Press the Power 🔒 located on the front left corner of the keyboard to turn the printer on. The following displays will appear:

Kroy K4100

Version 1.0A

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Cursor Movement

The underline seen above is the cursor. The cursor shows you the current typing position. Cursor keys move the cursor through text without changing it and through options without selecting any. The left and right cursor keys move left and right, one option or one character at a time; the up and down cursor keys move the cursor up and down through lines of text, one line at a time.

Default Printer Settings

When the power is turned on for the first time, there are pre-programmed printer settings. One of these is the Auto Size feature. This feature auto sizes the text of your label to the current cartridge supply and size of media. You can find this function by pressing the Size key. You can always turn auto sizing off and type in a designated size, but for our example we will have auto sizing ON. The default font is "Block". No other font is installed on your K4100, however, other fonts of your choice can be downloaded into your K4100. The default justification is left. For more information on formatting and label setup see Chapter 3.

In the following examples, we have kept the default settings ON.

Type in the text "Cable 2E45"

1: Cable 2E45_

2:

Now that your label is typed, you will press the Print Key and the auto sizing feature automatically sizes the text for the cartridge you are using.

Cable 2E45

To make a two line label, press Enter at the end of line 1 and you will see the cursor go to line 2. Type in the text "Floor 2C" on line 2.

1: Cable 2E45_
2:

1: Cable 2E45

2: Floor 2C_

Now that you have two lines typed, press the Print key and the auto sizing feature automatically sizes the two lines for you.

Cable 2E45

Floor 2C

To add additional lines, perform the same function again.

Editing Text

You can correct or change characters by using the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the right of the character to be changed. Use the Delete key

to delete the character and type in the correction. Below we changed the "E" on line 1 to "F" in our example.

Move the cursor to the right of “E” on line 1, press the Delete key and type in the letter “F”.

1: Cable 2E45

2: Floor 2C

1: Cable 2F45

2: Floor 2C

Adding a Character Style

You can change the style of text previously entered by using the left and right cursor keys to position the cursor to the beginning of your text. Press the Style key to select your character style of choice. To turn styles on and off use your Enter key.

In the following example, the cursor is moved to the beginning of the word "Floor" and Bold was then selected in the Style Menu. Note: Only text to the right of the cursor will be changed.

1: Cable 2F45

2: Floor 2C

Style Menu

■ Rotate *Bold _Italic

Now that your label has been edited and styled press the Print Key.

Cable 2F45

Floor 2C

Printing on Shrink Tube

Kroy offers flattened shrink tube cartridges for wire marking. Insert a shrink tube cartridge for this example.

You will start with a New file. To create a New file, press the File key and select New with the Enter key. Or use Shift and File as a shortcut.

For our example, we kept Auto Size ON.

Type in the following text "File Server"

1: File Server_ 2:

Press the Print key. Cut the shrink tube label and insert the wire.

File Server

The tubing can be shrunk around the wire with a heat gun.

For further information on formatting the text of your shrink tube See Chapter 3.

Printing a Self-Laminating Wire Wrap

Kroy offers self-laminating wire wrap cartridges ideal for marking terminated wires and cables. Insert a self-laminating wire wrap cartridge for this example.

For our example, we kept Auto Size ON.

You will start with a New file. To create a New file, press the File key and select New with the Enter key. Or use Shift and File as a shortcut. When using a wire wrap cartridge, this will activate the automatic rotation feature. Rotation is necessary because the printable area of a wire wrap is vertical and represents a small portion of the label.

Type in the following text "300E"

1: 300E_

2:

Press the Print key then Feed and you have a wire wrap ready to apply.

Apply the printed portion of the label to your wire and wrap the laminated tail around the wire.

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For further information on formatting the text of your wire wrap See Chapter 3.

Frequently Used Keys

The keyboard is used to enter label text and access menus. You will hear an audible click whenever a key is depressed. The frequently used keys on the keyboard are described below.

Function keys (File, Font, Size, Style, Repeat), will automatically prompt a list of selections to choose from. When using some function keys, the printer will display submenus or prompt you for information. These function keys also act as “toggles” which allow you to turn an option on or off.

The Alt Key accesses special character symbols shown in blue on particular keys. To enter a special character, (such as Å), hold down ALT and press the key of choice at the same time. To abort a print job, use the Alt and the Print keys together.

The Cursor (Arrow) Keys move the cursor through text without changing it and through options without selecting any. The left and right Cursor keys move left and right, one option or one character at a time; the up and down Cursor keys move up and down through lines of text, one line at a time. When used with SHIFT, the up and down Cursor keys act as Page up (previous label) and Page Down (next label) keys and the left and right Cursor keys move the cursor one word at a time.

The Caps Key locks capital letters on. Pressing the Caps key again turns off the function. The Caps key does not effect the number keys.

The delete Key allows you to cancel functions or escape ____ from menus. Delete erases characters to the left of the cursor. To Delete an entire line, hold down Shift and the Delete key together.

The Enter Key in typing mode, moves the text or the cursor to the next line. In function mode, the Enter key selects specific menu options, file names and default printer settings.

The Feed Key advances the tape from the printer.

The Print Key prints the current label and advances the tape far enough to clear the cut mechanism.

The Shift Key capitalizes individual letters and accesses the black characters on the number keys (such as!). Using the Shift and File key creates it clears text allowing you to create a new label.

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Operating Your Printer

Font Function

Using the Font Menu

When you select the Font key the printer displays the default "Block" font seen below. This is the only font included with the K4100.

Font Menu

Block

K4100 has the option of downloading fonts from your PC. When you download a font, it will be added to your Font menu.

Font Menu

■ Block_times_arial

Press Enter to accept the current Block font or use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of the font you want and press Enter to select it.

See Downloading Fonts on Pages 41-42 for further information.

Size Function

Using the Size Menu

Select Size to specify the print size for your text. The printer displays the default Auto Size function and waits for your entry. Press Delete to accept auto sizing or type a different size and press Enter. Valid sizes of 4-72 pt can be entered.

Size Menu

Size ■ 24

*Auto

Auto Size OFF

When printing, the K4100 will show what point size is being printed in the auto size mode. See below.

Printing.....

Auto Size xx pt

If you select Auto Size, the K4100 will automatically adjust the print size based on the number of lines of your label and the width of the label media. If you turn auto size off, the size of the print you select must take into account the number of lines of your label and the width of the media.

Error

Size Too Small

If auto size calculates a point size smaller than 4 point, an error message will be displayed.

Error

FontSize Too Big

If the text you have typed is too large, an error message will be displayed.

See the table below which can be used as a guide. The table assumes using characters of all the same size (capital letters). When using characters of varying size (such as lower case letters or accent characters) or using character styles (such as bold, italic etc.) the maximum point sizes will vary slightly.

Tape Size	1 Line	2 Line	3 Line	4 Line	5 Line	6 Line
0.375”	28 pt 11	pt 8 pt N/A	N/A N/A
0.50”	38 pt 19	pt 12 pt 8	pt N/A N/A
0.80”	60 pt 30	pt 20 pt	15 pt	11 pt	N/A
1”	72 pt 36	pt 24 pt	18 pt	14 pt	12 pt

Character Styles

This section explains how to use the Style key to assign text formatting attributes to your label text. There are three types of text attributes: character, line and page. These attributes, as well as their defaults and options, are shown in the following table.

Attribute	Defaults	Options
Font	Block	Download True Type Fonts from PC
Size	Auto Size On	.50” 4-30 point size .80” 4-55 point size 1” 4-72 point size
Justification †	Left	Left, Center, Right
*Bold	Off	On, Off
*Italic	Off	On, Off
*Mirror ‡	Off	On, Off
*Vertical ‡	Off	On, Off
*Frame	OffOff	Page: On, OffLine: On, Off
*Underline	Off	On, Off
Rotate ‡	Off	On, Off

* Attributes marked with a asterisk are toggles. † are line attributes. They affect the entire line of text that the cursor is positioned on. ‡ are page attributes. They affect the entire page (label). All other attributes (except Frame) are character attributes only and affect the text from the point that the cursor is positioned.

The following style settings are available on the K4100: Rotate, Bold, Italic, Underline, Justify, Mirror, Frame and Vertical.

To Select Multiple Styles, with less keystrokes, use the Space Bar and the cursor keys to turn styles on and off. For more Shortcuts, See page 24.

Note: When the Style menu is selected, all selections are not visible on the LCD display - you will have to use your left and right cursor keys to scroll through all the choices.

The most common character styles used are Bold, Italic and Underline.

To emphasize the text of your label using Bold, move the cursor to the position where you want to apply the Bold attribute and press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Bold and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. To turn Bold off, press Enter again or to exit press Delete.

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Style Menu

■ Rotate *Bold _Italic

Bold Example:

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To italicize the text of your label using Italic, move the cursor to the position where you want to apply the Italic attribute and press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Italic and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. To turn Italic off, press Enter again or to exit press Delete.

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Style Menu

■ Rotate _Bold *Italic

Italic Example:.

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To underline the text of your label using Underline, move the cursor to the position where you want to apply the Underline attribute and press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Underline and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. To turn Underline off, press Enter again or to exit press Delete.

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Style Menu

* Underline _Justify

Underline Example:

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Other Styles

Other character styles include Mirror, Frame, Justify, Vertical and Rotate.

To reverse the text of your label using Mirror press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Mirror and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. To turn Mirror off press Enter again or to exit press Delete. When using mirror image, use clear tape for best results.

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Style Menu

* Mirror _Frame

Mirror Example:

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To draw a box around the text of your label using Frame press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Frame and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. The printer displays the frame menu and waits for you to select the type of frame you want. To turn Frame off, press Enter again or to exit press Delete.

Style Menu _Mirror *Frame

Once Frame is selected, the Frame Menu will appear. To frame all the text on the label, select Page by pressing the Enter key. When turned on, an asterisk will appear

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Frame Menu * Page _Line

Page Frame Example:

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To frame just a line of text, move the cursor to the line of your text and select Line by pressing the Enter key. When turned on, an asterisk will appear

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Frame Menu

_ Page *Line

Line Frame Example:

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To justify the text of your label using Justify press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Justify and press Enter. The printer displays the justify menu and waits for you to select the justification of your choice. To exit the Justify menu press Enter or the Delete key. Note: The default justification is left.

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Justify Menu * Left _Center _Right

Left Justification

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Center Justification

ATTENTION PLEASE

Right Justification

ATTENTION PLEASE

To print the text of your label vertically instead of horizontally using Vertical, press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Vertical and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. To turn Vertical off press Enter again or to exit press Delete.

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Style Menu

* Vertical _Rotate

Vertical Example:

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To rotate the text of your label using Rotate, press the Style key. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Rotate and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. To turn Rotate off, press Enter again or to exit press Delete.

Rotation and Vertical are not the same. Note: Mirror is ignored when rotation is selected.

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Style Menu

* Rotate _Bold

Rotate Example:

Auto Rotation

When a self-laminating wire wrap cartridge is installed, the K4100 will automatically rotate and auto size the text using the instructions below.

You will start with a New file. To create a New file, press the File key and select New with the Enter key. Or use Shift and File as a shortcut. This will activate the auto rotation feature.

Label Setup

To select the Label Setup press the Shift and the Style key together. The prompt below will appear. The menu options are length, cutmark, left margin and vertical margin.

Label Setup

■ Length _Cutmark

In the default setting, the Length of a printed label automatically adjusts to fit the length of text. If you want to specify the length of a label, the Length function allows you to set the length between 0.3" and 20". To turn Auto off, type in your specific length and press Enter. To exit the length menu without making any changes press Delete.

Length Menu

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The Cutmark function creates cutmarks along a print job. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Cutmark and press Enter. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. To turn Cutmark off press Enter again or to exit the menu without making any changes press Delete.

Label Setup

■ Length *Cutmark

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Floor 2C, Floor 2C

The Left margin function allows you to increase the size of your left margin by moving text from the left to the right of your label. The amount is measured in pixels. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Leftmargin and press Enter. A prompt will appear. Use the right and left cursor keys to select an increment up to 30 pixels. Press Enter to select the increment of choice. See the example below.

This function is used with die cut labels and self-laminating wire wraps only.

Cable 3E Server

The text seen here has printed right to the edge.

Left Margin

Margin: ■+5

Cable 3E Server

The text is now adjusted.

The Vertical margin function allows you to move text from the top to the bottom by pixel on your label. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Vertmargin and press Enter. A prompt will appear below. Use the right and left cursor key to select an increment up to 30 pixels. Press Enter to select the increment of choice. See the example below.

ATTENTION EMPLOYEES

The text seen here has printed to the bottom of the label.

Vert Margin

Margin: ■ +2

ATTENTION EMPLOYEES

The text is now adjusted upward on the label.

Shortcuts and Hot Keys

A Shortcut will provide a direct route to some submenus and options. See the listing below. To use a shortcut, first press and hold the Shift or Alt key and then press the second key.

Shift + File Creates a New File / Erases All Text

Shift + Font Bar Code Menu

Shift + Size Toggle Auto Size On/Off

Shift + Style Label Setup

Alt + Style All Styles Reset

Shift + Repeat Time/Date Menu

Shift + Print Printer Setup

Alt + Print Stops Print Job

Shift + Delete Erase Current Line

The Space Bar can be used to select multiple items on a menu. For example, in the Style Menu, if you want Bold and Italic on at the same time simply use your cursor key and the Space Bar to select these options and then exit the menu using the Delete key.

Hot keys are represented by a capitalized letter in most function key menus (i.e. _New _Open _Save). For example, the File Menu is selected. By pressing the letter "N", a new file will be selected without using the cursor keys and the enter key. Hot keys turn menu options on and off. And they also act as a shortcut to submenus. Note: The function key must be selected first before using the hot key. Hot keys work only in function mode.

Below is a listing of some of the function menu's hot keys.

File Menu Hot Keys

"N" New File

"O" Open File Menu

“S” Save File Menu

Size Menu Hot Keys

"A" Auto Size On/Off

Style Menu Hot Keys

“R” Rotate On/Off

"B" Bold On/Off

"I" Italic On/Off

"U" Underline On/Off

"J" Justify Menu

“L” Left Justify On/Off

"C" Center Justify On/Off

"R" Right Justify On/Off

"M" Mirror On/Off

"F" Frame On/Off

"V" Vertical On/Off

Repeat Menu Hot Keys

“S” Sequence Menu

"I" Insert

"A" Alpha On/Off - Sequence Start/End

“N” Numeric On/Off - Sequence Start/End

Multiple Copies and Sequencing

This section explains how to use the Repeat key to print multiple copies of a file or sequence text either numerically or alphabetically.

Press the Repeat key to make copies or sequence labels. The prompt below will appear.

Repeat Menu ■ Sequence _Copies

Select Copies to specify the number of copies you want to print (1-999). Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of Copies and press Enter. The printer displays the current setting for this option (see the following example) and waits for your entry. Press Delete to accept the number of copies shown, or type in your specific number and press Enter. Press Print.

Copies Menu Copies: ■ 2

Select Sequence to automatically generate and print labels containing a sequence of one letter or one to three numbers (101 102 103, ABC....etc.) without having to type the text of each label yourself. You simply tell the printer what characters to print on the first and last labels an how much to increment between labels (see following table).

Printing Sequential Labels

Start Stop	Increment	Individual Labels Printed
1 1001 10001 10	1 2 3 4 51 01 02 031 001 002	6 7 8 9 1004 05 06 07 0803 004 005 006 007 008 009 010
2 12 2	2 4 6 8 10	12
A J 1	A B C D E F	G H I J
a z 4 a	e i m q u y

The sequence character takes on the current character attributes previously defined. Optionally, you can redefine the sequence character's attributes like any other character. Note: You can only define one sequence type (numeric or alpha) per document/file, but you can place the sequence character in your document/file once on each line.

Select Sequence from the Repeat menu. The Sequence menu will appear.

Sequence Menu ■ Insert *Alpha _Num

Use the left and right cursor keys to move to the left of the option you want and press Enter to select it.

Example 1

If you choose Alphabetic, the printer prompts you to enter the first letter to start the sequence. Type the first letter of your choice and press Enter.

For our example, we have selected the letter "A".

Sequence Start Start: ■ A

The printer then prompts you to enter the last letter to end the sequence. Type the last letter of your choice and press Enter.

Sequence End End: ■ C

The next prompt you will enter the increment amount. Press Enter.

Sequence Inc Inc: ■ 1

You will then select Insert from the Sequence menu by pressing Enter. This will place the sequence where you would like it to begin. A black box will be seen where the sequence will start. See example below.

1: Wire_■ 2:

Press the Print key.

Wire A Wire B Wire C

For multiple labels, Press the Repeat key and the Repeat menu will appear. Toggle your cursor to the left of Copies and press Enter to select.

Repeat Menu _Sequence ■ Copies

The number of copies can either be typed in or you can use your up and down cursor keys. In our example, we have selected 2 copies. Press Enter.

Copies Menu Copies: ■ 2

Press the Print key.

If you choose Numeric, the printer prompts you to enter the first number to start the sequence. Type the first number of your choice and press Enter.

For our example we have selected two digits.

Sequence Start Start: ■06

Enter the last number to end the sequence. Type the last number of your choice and press Enter.

Sequence End End: ■12

The next prompt you will enter the increment amount. Press Enter.

Sequence Inc Inc: ■ 2

You will then select Insert from the Sequence menu by pressing Enter.

A black box will be seen where the sequence will start.

1: A■ 2:

Press the Print key.

A06

A08

A10

A12

Example 3

Here is another example of a numeric sequence using an increment of 2 and triple digits.

Enter the first number to start the sequence. We chose "006" for this example. Press Enter.

Sequence Start Start: ■006

Enter the last number to end the sequence. We chose "12" for this example. Press Enter.

Sequence End End: ■12

The next prompt you will enter the increment amount. Press Enter.

Sequence Inc Inc: ■ 2

You will then select Insert from the Sequence menu by pressing Enter. A black box will be seen where the sequence will start.

1: ■ 2:

Press the Print key.

006

008

010

012

Example 4

Here is an example of using multiple pages and numeric sequencing. For our example, we have typed "Line In" on the label (Page 1).

1: Line In_

2:

Press the Repeat key and select Sequence by pressing Enter. Toggle the cursor to the left of Numeric and press Enter again.

Sequence Menu ■ Insert _Alpha *Num

Enter the first number to start the sequence. We chose "1" for this example. Press Enter.

Sequence Start Start: ■ 1

Enter the last number to end the sequence. We chose "2" for this example. Press Enter.

Sequence End End: ■ 2

The next prompt you will enter the increment amount. Press Enter.

Sequence Inc Inc: ■ 1

You will then select Insert from the Sequence menu by pressing Enter. A black box will be seen where the sequence will start.

1: Line In ■ 2:

continued on page 30

To start a new page, use the Shift and the Down Cursor key to move to the next page. A prompt will appear with the page number.

We have typed "Line Out" on the label (Page 2).

1: Line Out_ 2:

Follow the same steps for the sequence setup on Page 1 and Insert the sequence. A black box will be seen where the sequence will start.

1: Line Out ■ 2:

Press the Print key.

Line In 1 Line Out 1 Line In 2 Line Out 2

Printer Setup

To select the Printer Setup press the Shift and the Print key together. The prompt below will appear. The menu options are reset, unit of measure, density, auto off, advance cut, language, printspeed and lcd contrast.

Printer Setup ■ Reset _Unit _Density

Select Reset to restore all factory settings and defaults. To select Reset press Enter or to exit press Delete.

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The Unit of Measure function allows you to choose the unit of measure you want to use for setting label width and margin. The options are tenths of an inch (default) and millimeters. Select Unit from the printer setup menu by using the cursor keys and pressing Enter. The unit menu will appear. Use the arrow keys to move to the left of the option you want and press Enter. To accept the current setting press Delete.

Unit Menu ■*Inch _MM

Select Density to specify the density (0-7) for printing the current label. Density will make the label darker or lighter per unit measure. The printer displays the current density setting and waits for your entry. Press Delete to accept the value shown, or use the left cursor key to add density and press Enter.

Density Menu D: ####■

If the characters are smeared on a label or are not completely filled in, you can attempt to fix the problem by adjusting the print density. If the characters are smeared, specify a lower number in the field; if the characters are not completely filled in, specify a higher number. You may need to adjust the density after installing a new tape.

Select Auto Off to activate auto shut off. The factory default is to shut off the printer after 5 minutes of non-use. When the printer is turned off, all current label text and text attributes settings are saved. All files in memory are still saved. Press Delete if you decide you do not wish to change the current setting. Or press Enter to activate auto shut off. When turned on, an asterisk will appear. By default, this function is on.

The Advance to Cut function advances the label material to the cut position. The default setting is advance to cut enabled. If you do not need this function you may disable the advance to cut function by using the cursor keys to move to the left of Advance in the printer setup menu and press Enter.

The Language function allows you to choose from 4 different languages. The default language is English. Other options are spanish, french and german. Select Language from the printer setup menu by using the cursor keys and press Enter. The language menu will appear. Use the cursor keys to move to the left of the language you want and press Enter. To accept the current setting press Delete.

Languages Menu * English _eSpanoL _Francai _Deutsch

Printspeed is the rate at which the label advances from the printer when printed. The default printspeed is unlimited. To specify a printspeed, select PrtSpeed from the printer setup menu by using your cursor keys and press Enter. The printspeed menu will appear and by using your cursor keys you can select from the options below by pressing Enter. To accept the current setting press Delete.

PrtSpeed Menu *Unlimit _0.5 _0.8 _1.0

The LCD Contrast allows you to lighten or darken the LCD of your printer. Select Lcdcontrast from the printer setup menu by using the cursor keys and press Enter. The lcd contrast menu will appear. Use the right cursor to lighten or the left cursor to darken. As you use the cursors, you will see a difference in your screen. Press Enter to accept the your setting. To accept the current setting press Delete.

LCD Contrast Use Left - Right

Bar Codes

To print a Bar Code, press the Shift and the Font key together. Use the Bar Code Menu to specify the type of bar code you want to print.

BARCODE Menu

■ None _codaBar _Code39 _Ean8 _eAn13 _I2of5

BARCODE Menu

_Upca _uPce _coDe128 _Msiplessey _pdF417

K4100 has ten bar codes built-in. The following table summarizes information on these bar codes. The

Bar Code Type	Valid Characters	Checksum Options Available	Fixed Length	Special Restrictions & Other Information
Codabar	0 -9 A - D. - / + %	None, mod 10, mod 16	< 32 characters	First and last characters must always be either A, B, C, or D. Letters not allowed in body of bar code
Code 39	0 -9 A - Z. - / + % space	None, mod 43	< 32 characters	Lowercase letters not allowed
EAN-8	0 -9	EAN-8	7, 9 or 12 digits	Length varies because of optional 2 or 5 digit supplemental
EAN-13	0 -9	EAN-13	12, 14 or 17 digits	Length varies because of optional 2 or 5 digit supplemental
Interleaved 2 of 5	0 -9	None, mod 10	Even number of digits	Printer adds leading zero, if needed, to make the length even
UPC-A	0 -9	None	11, 13 or 16 digits	Length varies because of optional 2 or 5 digit supplemental
UPC-E	0 -9	None	6, 8 or 11 digits	Length varies because of optional 2 or 5 digit supplemental
Code 128	128 ASCII Character Set	None	< 32 characters	See Appendix D
MSI Plessey	0 -9	None, mod 10, mod 11	< 16 characters	Mode 11 checksum cannot equal 10
PDF 417	All ASCII characters	0 to 400 levels of security	< 700 characters	None

After the bar code selection has been made, press the Shift and Font keys together to go back to the Bar Code menu. The menu will change allowing you to customize the bar code selected using code, text and resolution.

BARCODE Menu

■ Code _Text _Resolution

Select Code to change the type of bar code you want to print. The printer displays the types of bar codes available. Use the left and right cursor keys to move to the left of the option you want and press Enter. If an asterisk displays to the left of the option, selecting it turns code off.

Depending on the bar code you have selected, some bar codes allow you to choose whether to include a checksum and change the resolution at which the bar code is printed as well as whether to print text or the checksum.

Select Text to print text as part of the bar code. Use the left and right cursor keys to move to the left of the option you want and press Enter. If an asterisk displays to the left of the option, selecting it turns text printing off. Text is printed in the following manner:

• Code 39, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5 and MSI Plessey: text is printed immediately beneath the symbol.
• EAN8, EAN13 and UPC: text for the number system is printed at the left of the symbol; text for the product and manufacturer code is printed beneath the symbol; text for the supplemental is drawn above the symbol.
• PDF 417 has no text option.

Resolution specifies whether you want to print the bar code at normal or high resolution. Use the left and right cursor keys to select the option you want and press Enter.

Resolution Menu * Medium _High

CheckSum specifies the type of error checking you want to use. The type of bar code selected at Code determines the prompt that displays next. For example, if you selected 12 of 5, the following prompt displays:

BARCODE CheckSum * Mod10 _Mod16

Some bar code symbologies allow you to print the checksum value as part of the bar code

File Management

To select the File Menu press the File key. Use the File Menu to create new files, open files, save files and delete files.

File Menu

■New_Open_Save_Delete

Select New to create a new document. The printer clears any text displayed on the screen, returns all attributes to factory defaults and displays a blank edit screen so you can enter new text. To create a New file, press the File key and select New with the Enter key. Or use Shift and File as a shortcut.

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Select Open to access an existing document you want to edit or print. The printer displays a list of file(s) you have saved (see the following example) and waits for you to select the file you want to work with. Press the File key and use the cursors to scroll to the left of Open and press Enter. The Open File Menu is now displayed. Use the left and right cursor keys to scroll to the left of the file want to open and press Enter to select it. See example below.

Open File Menu ■ Address _Job 4048 _ww

Select Save to save the current document. You must save the label you are working on before you select either New or Open. If you do not save first, it will be lost. Press the File key and use the cursors to scroll to the left of Save and press Enter. The Save File Menu is now displayed prompts you to enter a file name..

Save File Menu

File names can be any combination of letters and numbers, 8 character maximum, with no punctuation or file name extensions.

If you enter a file name for an already existing file, you will see the following message:

Overwrite?

OK? (Y,N)

Press Y to overwrite or N to enter a different file name. If you decide not to save the file, simply press Delete.

Select Delete to delete files that you no longer need. Press the File key and use the cursors to scroll to the left of Delete and press Enter. The Delete File menu displays a list of files you have saved (see the following example) and waits for you to select the file you want to delete. Use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of the file you want to delete and press Enter to select it. If you decide not to delete a file, simply press Delete.

Delete File

■ Address _Job 4048 _ww

Multiple Page Documents

You can enter multiple labels in a file by using Page Up an Page Down to access additional pages (labels). In this case, you can think of a file as a single document containing one or more pages (labels). Each label can be up to six lines.

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To start a new page while you are in a file, use the Shift and the Down Cursor key to move to the next page. A prompt will appear with the page number.

Page 2

To move back to the preceding page, use Shift and the Up Cursor key. When you press the Print key, all pages in the file will be printed.

Time/Date Stamp

To select the Time/Date Menu press the Shift and Repeat keys together. Use the Time/Date Menu to print labels with

Time/Date Menu ■ Time_datE_stamP_setclOck_24Hourmode

To use the Time/Date functions you must first set the real time clock with the local time and date. This will lock the time and date into memory. This will have to be done once with the exception of summer and winter time changes.

Select Set Clock to enter the current time and date in the printer. Use the cursor keys to scroll to the left of Set Clock and press Enter. The prompt below will appear. Use the Up and Down cursor keys to scroll through the menu.

The information will be entered in the order shown here:

Year_ Month_ Day_ Hour_ Minute_ Second_

Set Clock Parameters

Prompt Parameters
Year Last	two digits of the year
Month Number	from 1 to 12
Day Number	from 1 to 31
Hour* Number	from 0 to 23
Minute Number	from 0 to 59
Second Number	from 0 to 59

* Hour is entered in 24 hour mode (i.e. 1PM would be entered as 13)

Select Time to add the current time to your label. Use the cursor keys to scroll to the left of Time and press Enter. The time will be added to the label where the cursor is positioned. The time can be formatted or deleted just as you had physically typed it in.

1:03:48:33PM

2:

Select Date to add the current date to your label. Use the cursor keys to scroll to the left of Date and press Enter. The Date Menu will appear offering 6 formats (mm/dd/yy, dd/mm/yy, mm/dd/yyyy, dd/mm/yyyy, dd.mm.yy, dd.mm.yyyy). Use the cursor keys to scroll to the left of the format you want and press Enter.

Date Menu

■ mm/dd/yy _dd/mm/yy _

The current date will be added to the label where the cursor is positioned. The date can be formatted or deleted just as you had physically typed it in.

1:02/01/04

2:

Note: Do not confuse the Time and Date options with the Stamp option. Time and Date enters the current time/date into your label at the insertion point, once entered they are now considered text by the printer (as if you typed them by hand). The Stamp function will always use the current time clock at the time of print job.

Select Stamp to have the current date and time (at the time of print) printed vertically on the very edge of the label. Every time you press print a stamp with the current date and time will be printed in ddhhmmMMMyy format. Use the cursor keys to scroll to the left of Stamp and press Enter. This will turn Stamp on and an asterisk will be displayed. To turn it off, press Enter again.

1612-01Feb04 File Backup - Marketing

Note: Using the stamp on tape supply sizes 0.50" and smaller is not recommended.

Select 24 Hour Mode causes time entered in the text of a label via the Time option to be in 24 hour mode (i.e., 1 PM as 13). Use the cursor keys to scroll to the left of 24 Hour Mode and press Enter. This will turn 24 Hour Mode on and an asterisk will be displayed. To turn it off, press Enter again.

Chapter 4

PC Operations

Introduction

The K4100 will operate either standalone or as a PC printer. This new printer will operate with Microsoft Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP. Any standard windows application such as Word, Excel or other programs can print to the K4100 via a standard Windows printer driver.

Kroy also includes the Kroy Label Designer Software (KLDS) application with your printer that contains easy to use, preformatted templates for your printer.

The communications between your printer and your PC are controlled by a windows printer device driver.

The printer device drivers are located on the included software CD-ROM or current drivers are available at www.kroy.com

Installing the KLDS Software

Close all programs prior to installation. Insert the Kroy Label Designer into the CD-ROM drive. On most systems the installation program will automatically start. See the steps below to help you along with your setup.

1. The InstallShield Wizard will appear and prepare to install.
2. Kroy Label Designer Setup will appear. Click Next to continue installation.
3. The License Agreement will appear: Click Yes.
4. Choose the Destination: the default will be C:\Program\Kroy Click Next.
5. You will then choose the Setup Type. The default is Typical and is recommended for most users. Click Next.
6. Click Finish to complete.

Installing the Printer Drivers

The drivers for the KLDS will automatically setup. You will see the following prompts once the software portion is complete.

1. Do you wish to install Kroy Printers. Click Yes.
2. The Kroy Printer Driver Setup will then appear. Click Next to continue.
3. You can now select to add your Kroy Label Printer under Setup Type. Click Next to continue.
4. Select the mode of printer installation. Choose Automatic and connect the printer to your PC using the serial cable. Turn the printer on.
5. Setup will then scan the COM ports on your system for the new printer, Click Next.
6. Name your Kroy Printer and select it as your default label printer by selecting Yes. Click Next.
7. Recommended Port Setting will appear and click OK.
8. Click Finish to complete.

KLDS Operation

Creating a Label

Double click the KLDS Icon or go to your Start Menu\Programs\Kroy Label Designer and select it. The main screen will appear.

1. Go to the Label Menu and select Label Setup. Click on the K4100 printer. Click OK to verify.

Printer Type Printer K225 On-line labeler K227 K3000-PC K4100 K5100 OK Cancel

1. Select the appropriate Supply Type, Size and Label Orientation that you are using in your K4100.

K4100 Label Setup Tape | Tube | Die Cut | Wire Wrap | Width 0.500" 0.799" 1.000" Length Automatic Width: inch Fixed Length: inch User defined Feed: inch Cut Mark Orientation A Portrait A Landscape OK Cancel

1. A label template will appear on the Main Menu Screen. Select the Text Tool "A" from the Main Tool Bar, click your left mouse button on the label template and input text at the blinking cursor.

Kroy Label Designer Label Edit Attribute Object View Tools Window Help Arial 18 100% B I U = = = 003.3 002.6 noname01.kry ATTENTION

1. After creating your label, click on the Print Icon from the top tool bar, or go to the Label Menu and select Print. Select the number of copies and click OK to print your label.

Print Printer Type : Kroy K4100 Label Printer Paper : 1.0 Tape Number of Copies : 1 Printer Name : Kroy K4100 Label Printer OK Cancel

1. The K4100 will then print your label.

For further assistance, go to the Help Menu of your KLDS Software.

Downloading a Font

The K4100 has the option of downloading fonts from the PC into your Font Menu. Follow the steps below.

1. Connect the serial cable to the com port of choice and to your printer.
2. Go to the Start Menu of your PC and go to Settings and select Printers.
3. Right click on the K4100 driver and go to Properties.

Open Set as Default Printer Printing Preferences... Pause Printing Cancel All Documents Sharing... Use Printer Offline Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties

1. Click on Control and go to Advance Options...

Kray K4100 Label Printer Properties General Sharing Posts Advanced Security Device Settings Cancel Printer Info Get Info Get Sensor values Print Self Test Test Print Control Print Density Lighter darker ✓ Advance to Cut Blade □ Print Cut Marks Label Length □ Fixed Length Label Advanced Options... OK Cancel Apply

1. Select Download Fonts from the Menu and click Update.

Advanced Printer Options Print Speed □ High □ Low Print Offset Vertical 0 -30 to +30 Pixels Print Offset Horizontal 0 -30 to +30 Pixels Select Printer update option Downloaded Print Update OK Cancel

1. Go to the Font folder on the C drive of your PC and click OK.

Open File name: *.iff Folders: c:\winnt DrWatson Fonts forms Help ime java List Files of type: Font File Drivers: c: Local Disk OK Cancel Read only Network...

1. Select the Font or Font Family of your choice and click OK.

Open File name: 1.asiabd.ill.asiabuW.asiabt ARBLI...TTF asnlll asnibd.ill asnibbW asnlll ARIALNLTTF ARIALNB.TTF ARIALNBLTTF Folders: c:\winnt\Works c\ WINNT Fonts ATMFolder OK Cancel Read only List Files of type: Font File Drives: c: Local Disk Network...

1. The LCD Display of the printer will show the progress of the download using the pound sign(#) across the bottom. The printer will show a receiving and an updating display.

Receiving...

Updating...

1. The download is now complete and you can find the font in your Font Menu. Press the Delete key to accept the current Block font or use the left and right cursor keys to move the cursor to the left of the font you want and press Enter to select it.

Font Menu ■ Block_times_arial

Using Your Printer with Other PC Applications

You may also use other Windows applications to create labels with the K4100 printer. This is an example using Microsoft Word to create a label.

1. Click on the File menu and select Print.

Print Printer Name: Kroy K4100 Label Printer Status: Idle Type: Kroy K4100 Label Printer Where: COML: Comment: Kroy Label Printer Properties Print to file Page range All Current page Selection Pages: Enter page numbers and/or page ranges separated by commas. For example, 1,3,5-12 Copies Number of copies: 1 Colate Print what: Document Print: All pages in range Zoom Pages per sheet: 1 page Scale to paper size: No Scaling Options... OK Close

1. Select the Kroy K4100 Label Printer in the drop down box and Click Close.
2. Click on the File Menu and select Page Setup.

Page Setup Margins Paper Size Paper Source Layout Paper_size: 1.0 Tape Width: 20" Height: 1" Orientation Portrait Landscape Preview Apply_to: Whole document Default... OK Cancel

1. Click on the Paper Size tab and select the supply type. This size should match the size of the width on the supply cartridge currently installed in your K4100 printer. Usually you will want Landscape orientation selected.

2. Select the Margins tab and change the top, bottom, left, right, gutter, header and footer to "0" or desired margin values. The default margins must be changed since you are not printing to a full 8.5" x 11" page. For some media, Word will want to "Fix" the margins based on the maximum printable area of the media selected. In this case, 1" tape requires a 0.05" top and bottom margin. Click on OK.

Page Setup Margins | Paper Size | Paper Source | Layout | Top: 0.05" Bottom: 0.05" Left: 0 Right: 0 Gutter: 0 From edge Header: 0 Footer: 0 Mirror margins 2 pages per sheet Preview Apply to: Whole document Gutter position ● Left ○ Top Default... OK Cancel

1. It is recommended to click on the View menu and select Page Layout mode.
2. A blank label template with a blinking cursor will appear on your PC monitor.
3. Enter the label text.

Document1 - Microsoft Word File Edit View Insert Format Tools Table Window Help Adobe PDF Normal Tahoma 28 B I U Printing from Microsoft WORD K4100 Desktop Label Printer

1. Select Print from the File menu. Make sure that the K4100 is selected and Click OK to print the label. Note: When printing and the cartridge runs out of tape, remove and install a new cartridge, and press Feed to continue printing. DO NOT TURN OFF THE PRINTER.

To Save your label, go to the File menu and select Save. You can also save the document as a template to start other label files.

Appendix A: Maintaining Your Printer

The printer requires no lubrication and only minimal maintenance. Occasional cleaning of the exterior surfaces and regular cleaning of the printhead and rollers are all that is required. This appendix explains how to clean these parts of your printer.

Cleaning the Printhead and Rollers

The printhead and rollers should be cleaned after every cartridge Use isopropyl 90% alcohol on a soft cotton swab to remove adhesive buildup and tape and ribbon residue. Make sure the alcohol has evaporated before loading a supply cartridge.

Note: Avoid touching the surface of the printhead with your finger. Acids and oils on your skin will damage the printhead.

Illustration of a hand using a tool to adjust or install electronic components on a circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

Appendix B: System Messages

The following are system messages that the K4100 will display and an explanation of each message.

Cannot Save (1) There is not enough memory to save your file.

No Memory Either delete unneeded files or simplify labels by reducing the amount of text or the number of formatting options they contain. (2) You tried to save a file to drive B when it is write protected.

Cartridge Empty Cartridge supply is empty. Install a new cartridge.

Font Size Too Big The point size is too large for the number of lines you have entered. Reduce the point size or select fewer lines.

Size Too Small Auto size has calculated a size smaller than the minimum size of 4 pt.

Font Error! You entered the wrong number of characters for the bar code. Check the requirements for the type of bar code you are using and enter the correct number of characters.

No Cartridge Install a cartridge in order to print.

No Files Found You selected Open or Delete but have no files saved in memory. You must save files before you can open or delete them.

Printer Too Hot The printer is too hot to print labels. Wait about five minutes and then resume printing. This message may also appear when the printer is used in an ambient temperature below its minimum rated operating temperature.

Printing... The printer is printing labels. No action required.

Appendix C: Troubleshooting

This appendix explains how to solve some common problems that may arise when you are using the printer. If you are unable to correct the problem contact your Dealer or Kroy Customer Service. In the United States, call [phone]; in Europe call [phone].

Display stays black/blank • Adjust the LCD Contrastafter printer is turned on • Make sure the AC Adapter is firmly connected

Printer does not print • Ensure the lock/release knob is in the locked position• Check the supply cartridge and its position• Check that the AC adapter and/or serial cable is firmly connected

Printed characters are not • Adjust the print densityformed properly • Clean the printhead and rollers

Printed characters have a • Turn off printer and use a Kroy Cleaning line through them and/or Kit (Part#255900) or use 90% or better voids isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab toclean the printhead and rollers (See Appendix A) for instructions.

Printer isn't working • Reset the printerproperly • Turn the printer on and off

Printer has locked up • Turn the printer on and off

Appendix D: Updating Firmware

Updating Firmware

Updates for firmware can be found at www.kroy.com. Go to support and click on downloads.

1. Connect the serial cable to your Com port of choice and to your printer.
2. Download the updated file from our site.
3. Save the file to your PC.
4. Go to your Start Menu of your PC and go to Settings and select Printers.

5. Right click on the K4100 driver and go to Properties.

6. Click on Control and go to Advance Options...

Kray K4100 Label Printer Properties General Sharing Ports Advanced Security Device Settings Control Printer Info Get Info Get Sensor values Print Self Test Test Print Control Print Density LogNet Darker ✓ Advance to Cut Blades ☐ First Cut Marks Label Length ☐ Fixed Length Label ✓ Advanced Options... OK Cancel Apply

1. Select Download Firmware from the menu and click Update.

Advanced Printer Options Print Speed Print Offset Vertical Print Offset Horizontal -30 to +30 Pixels -30 to +30 Pixels Select Pinters update option Downloaded Font Erase All Fonts Let Fonts Delete Font Downloaded Firmware Update OK Cancel

1. A warning will appear below and click Yes to continue.

K4100 Firmware Update WARNING Do not update the firmware unless advised to do so by Kroy Technical Support. This may cause permanent damage to your printer. Do you want to continue? Yes No

1. Select the firmware file and click Open.

Open Look in: Desktop My Documents My Computer My Network Places PDFX Checkup SPR K4100-16MBIT.com KrayFax shortcut to Irish History Desktop My Documents My Computer My Network P... File name: K4100-16MBIT.com Files of type: ROM File Open as read-only Open Cancel

1. The printer will then update the file.

Advanced Printer Options Print Speed Print Offset Vertical 0 -30 to +30 Pixels Print Offset Horizontal 0 -30 to +30 Pixels Select Printer update option Download Firmware Update Printer is Updating file. Please note... OK Cancel

The LCD Display will show the progress of the download using the pound sign(#) across the bottom. The printer will show a receiving and an updating display.

Receiving...

Updating...

1. The download is now complete.

K4100 Firmware Update Firmware update done. Please switch on the printer OK

Appendix E: Using Accent Characters

K4100 has a variety of international characters and symbols found in Blue on the keypad. Use the Alt key + the accent character and/or symbol to print out these special accent characters.

In our example, we will use the 'accent character and add it to the letter "i" in "Factoría" (Factory).

The “i” in “Factoría” must be accented. To do this, you will hold down the Alt + u’ key on the keypad. This activates the accent character. You will then press the letter “l” on the keypad. The printer will then display the accented character in the text of the label.

1:Factoría _ 2:

Accent Character Guide

^	aAeEiloOuU
~	aAnNoO
..	aAeEiloOuUyY
、	aAeEiloOuU
、	aAeEiloOuUyY

Appendix F: Using the Character Map

The K4100 has the capability to accept code to print characters not found on the keyboard. To use the character map, the Extended Mode must be on. To turn the Extended Mode on press the Alt and Space Bar together. To turn this mode off, press the Alt and Space Bar together again. See the character set below for ASCII codes to assist you.

To enter characters in extended mode, enter the 4 digit code shown in the table below. Most of the characters will be properly displayed on the LCD. For some characters, a solid block place holder will display on the LCD, but the selected character will print on the label.

ASCII Code	Character
0123 {0124 | 0125 }0126 ~0140 CE0156 oe0159 Ẏ0162 ¢0163 £0165 ¥0168 "0176 °0177 ±0180 '0191 ¿0192 Å0193 Á0194 Å0195 Å0196 Ä0197 Å0198 Æ0199 Ç0200 È0201 É0202 Ê0203 Ê

ASCII Code	Character
0204 ì
0205 Í
0206 Í
0207 Ï
0208 Ó
0209 Ñ
0210 ò
0211 Ó
0212 Ê
0213 Õ
0214 Õ
0215 ×
0216 ∅
0217 Ú
0218 Ú
0219 Ù
0220 Ü
0221 Ý
0222 Þ
0223 ß
0224 à
0225 á
0226 á
0227 ã
0228 ä
0229 á
0230 æ

ASCII Code	Character
0231 ç
0232 è
0233 é
0234 ê
0235 ë
0236 ì
0237 í
0238 î
0239 ï
0240 õ
0241 ñ
0242 ò
0243 ó
0244 ô
0245 õ
0246 Õ
0247 ÷
0248 ø
0249 ù
0250 ú
0251 û
0252 ü
0253 ÿ
0254 ÿ
0255 ÿ