AMT Datasouth Printer Fastmark M3 Users Guide

							 © April 2014, AMT Datasouth Corp.  
   
 
 
 
 
Fastmark M3 Series 
 
Portable Direct Thermal Bar Code Printer  
 
 
User’s Guide 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Document # 120320 
  
						

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Copyright Declaration 
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a 
commitment on the part of AMT Datasouth Corporation. No part of this manual may be 
reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means, for any purpose other than the 
purchaser’s personal use, without the expressed written permission of AMT Datasouth 
Corporation. 
 
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 All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. 
 
Regulatory Agency Approvals:  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
CE  CLASS B 
EN 55022:2006 +A1:2007 
EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003 
EN 61000-4 SERIES REQULATIONS  
 http://www.amtdatasouth.com/support-1/downloads/ 
 
  
FCC CFR Title 47 Part 15 Subpart 
B:2011 Class B 
ICES-003 Issue 4:2004 Class B 
 
AS/NZS CISPR22---ITE 
AS/NZS 4268-----RF (WIFI & BT) 
Following standards for SAR (WIFI) 
Radio communications (Electromagnetic Radiation-Human 
Exposure) Standard 2003 Amendment 2011 IEC 62209-2  
						

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Regulatory Statements:  
 
Wichtige Sicherheits-Hinweise 
 
1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch. 
 
2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung fűr den späteren Gebrauch auf. 
 
3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromentz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie 
keine Flüssig-oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes 
Tuch zur Reinigung. 
 
4. Die Netzanschluß-Steckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich 
sein. 
 
5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schűtzen. 
 
6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen 
oder Fallen könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen. 
 
7. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß ans Stromnetz die Anschlußwerte. 
 
8. Dieses Gerät kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 40℃ betrieben 
warden. 
 
Battery safety warning: 
 
DO NOT throw the battery in fire. 
DO NOT short circuit the contacts. 
DO NOT disassemble the battery. 
DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. 
 
The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be 
placed in municipal waste. 
 
CAUTION 
 
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries 
according to the instructions 
 
 
 
    
						

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT 
 
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference 
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not 
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 
following measures: 
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is 
connected. 
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. 
 
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference, and (2) this 
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation. 
 
CAUTION: 
 
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device 
could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 
 
RF exposure warning (WiFi) 
 
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided 
instructions and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other 
antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be providing with antenna 
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure 
compliance. 
 
SAR Value: 0.023 W/kg 
 
 
 
 
   
						

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RF exposure warning (For Bluetooth) 
The equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment. 
 
The equipment must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other 
antenna or transmitter. 
 
Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices 
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause 
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference 
that may cause undesired operation of the device. 
 
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information 
The radiated output power of the Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) 
radio frequency exposure limits. The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner 
such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. 
 
This device has been evaluated for and shown compliant with the IC Specific 
Absorption Rate (“SAR”) limits when installed in specific host products operated in 
portable exposure conditions. (For WiFi) 
 
This device has also been evaluated and shown compliant with the IC RF Exposure 
limits under portable exposure conditions. (antennas are less than 20 cm of a persons 
body). (For Bluetooth) 
 
Canada, avis dIndustry Canada (IC) 
Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-003 
et RSS-210. 
Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit 
pas causer dinterférence et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, 
notamment les interférences qui peuvent affecter son fonctionnement 
 
Informations concernant lexposition aux fréquences radio (RF) 
La puissance de sortie émise par l’appareil de sans fil est inférieure à la limite 
dexposition aux fréquences radio dIndustry Canada (IC). Utilisez l’appareil de sans fil 
de façon à minimiser les contacts humains lors du fonctionnement normal. 
Ce périphérique a été évalué et démontré conforme aux limites SAR (Specific Absorption Rate – Taux 
dabsorption spécifique) dIC lorsquil est installé dans des produits hôtes particuliers qui fonctionnent 
dans des conditions dexposition à des appareils portables. (For WiFi) 
Ce périphérique a également été évalué et démontré conforme aux limites dexposition aux RF dIC 
dans des conditions dexposition à des appareils portables. (les antennes sont moins de 20 cm du 
corps dune personne). (For Bluetooth) 
 
  
						

							 
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User Caution................................................................................................................... 8 
Packaging ....................................................................................................................... 9 
Unpacking the printer .................................................................................................................................... 9 
Removing protective material ........................................................................................................................ 9 
Introduction .................................................................................................................. 10 
Product ........................................................................................................................................................ 10 
Key features ................................................................................................................................................. 10 
Printer Overview .......................................................................................................... 11 
Front view .................................................................................................................................................... 11 
Open view .................................................................................................................................................... 12 
Bottom view ................................................................................................................................................. 12 
Operator Controls ........................................................................................................ 13 
LED indication and keys .............................................................................................................................. 13 
Setup ............................................................................................................................. 14 
Installing the battery .................................................................................................................................... 14 
Battery charging........................................................................................................................................... 15 
Charging station........................................................................................................................................... 16 
Vehicle charger ............................................................................................................................................ 17 
Loading media ............................................................................................................................................. 18 
Installing belt clip ......................................................................................................................................... 20 
Installing IP54-rated environmental case .................................................................................................... 21 
Connecting the printer interface .................................................................................................................. 22 
Cable communications ................................................................................................................................ 22 
Bluetooth communication ............................................................................................................................ 23 
Wireless communications with W iFi ............................................................................................................ 23 
Power-ON Utilities ........................................................................................................ 24 
Power-ON Utility options ............................................................................................................................. 24 
Media sensor calibration .............................................................................................................................. 24 
Self-test and Dump Mode ............................................................................................................................ 25 
Self-test printout........................................................................................................................................... 26 
Dump Mode printout .................................................................................................................................... 27 
Printer Initialization ...................................................................................................................................... 27 
Printer defaults............................................................................................................................................. 28 
  
Table of Contents  
						

							 
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PALTM Print and Program Overview ........................................................................... 29 
Traditional printing ....................................................................................................................................... 29 
Legacy data stream interpretation ............................................................................................................... 29 
Standalone/downtime applications .............................................................................................................. 30 
Diagnostic Tool ............................................................................................................ 32 
Starting diagnostic tool ................................................................................................................................ 32 
Printer functions ........................................................................................................................................... 33 
Setting Bluetooth configuration .................................................................................................................... 34 
Setting W iFi configuration ............................................................................................................................ 35 
Calibrating media sensor ............................................................................................................................. 36 
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................... 37 
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 39 
Product Characteristics .............................................................................................. 40 
Printer specifications ................................................................................................................................... 40 
Bar code symbologies ................................................................................................................................. 41 
Media ........................................................................................................................................................... 41 
Optional features ......................................................................................................................................... 42  
						

							 
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User Caution  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Battery charge takes 2~3 hours 
before the first time usage. While 
charging the status LED color is 
solid amber, fully charged green. 
Before connecting or disconnecting 
the USB/Serial cable, be sure to turn 
off the printer.  
Do not connect the printer AC 
adaptor to a non-standard power 
source. Refer to safety label on 
adapter. 
Unpack the printer. Make sure that the 
printer body and all accessories are 
included in the package and no parts are 
damaged. 
Battery Safety: 
DO NOT short circuit the contacts. 
DO NOT disassemble the battery. 
DO NOT throw the battery in municipal 
  waste. 
Do not use the printer in any location 
subject to sudden changes in 
temperature, humidity or heat generating 
equipment. 
Operational safety             CAUTION  
Cautions in setting up        CAUTION  
 Mechanical and electrical repairs 
should be conduct by qualified 
service personnel. 
Refer to the product label (back of the 
printer) and verify your power source 
exactly meets those requirements. 
Do not use this product near heat or 
water while utilizing AC power outlet. 
Unplug this product from the power 
outlet before cleaning. 
If the case or cover becomes dirty, 
clean it with a soft cloth moistened 
with a small quantity of neutral 
detergent diluted with water. Never 
use a hard cloth or volatile solvent 
such as alcohol, thinner, or benzene.  Do not turn off the printer during printing, 
as this may lead to a malfunction. 
Refer to print adjustments in this manual 
before attempting alignments.  
						

							 
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Packaging 
Unpacking the printer  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Removing protective material 
 
1. This printer has been specially packaged to withstand damage during 
shipping. Please carefully inspect the packaging and printer upon 
receipt. Open the carton and remove the printer from bubble wrap. 
2. If any parts are missing, please contact the Customer Service 
Department of your purchased reseller or distributor.  
3. It is recommended to keep packaging materials for future use if needed. 
 
   
 
  
CD ROM 
AC Adaptor 
Quick Start Guide  
						

							 
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Introduction 
Product 
 
 
Thank you for purchasing your AMT Datasouth bar code printer. 
  
The Fastmark M3 is a, light-weight portable printer efficient for printing quick and 
trouble-free labels or receipts on demand. The Fastmark M3 is designed for a 
rough life, inside the IP54-rated environmental case to resist dust and water and 
with its rubber over-mold design prepared to take up to a five foot fall and keep 
printing. These small and light printers can be worn comfortably for a full shift, 
without interfering with the user’s tasks. Use USB, Bluetooth, optional 802.11 
b/g/n Wireless or serial to connect to a mobile computer or even a smart phone 
and produce clear easy-to-read labels or receipts hour after hour.  
 
Applications: 
 
 Point of sale  Retail 
 Healthcare patient safety 
 Work in process 
 Distribution 
 Shipping/ receiving 
 
 Compliance labeling 
 Order fulfillment 
 Logistics receipts 
 Ticketing 
 
Key features 
 IP54 rated protective case to resist dust and water 
 Plastic design  with  rubber  over-mold  construction  that  withstands 
5-foot drop 
 Ready  for  EPL,  ZPL,  CPCL  or  PAL  environments, WinCE  Quick-
Link tool & SDK and iOS SDK 
 Wired  &  Wireless  communications  (USB  2.0,  RS-232,  Bluetooth, 
and 802.11 b/g/n) 
 High-speed  processor  and  extensive  memory  for  fast  print  speeds 
of up to 4-inches per second 
 2-year limited warranty