How with command to feed 50 labels without print

Here is command: 

~S,FEED,50

How to delete memory of printer with ZPL command

Customer can use command: ^XA^IDR:*.*^XZ

In most of case it is using when during usage ZPL code you download a lot of image but you do not delete it.

How to print gap/mark sensor output diagram

Sometimes (e.g. with difficult label media like colorful preprinted labels or thick/thin labels) you might need to inspect the GAP/MARK sensor output and how printer sees them. It is possible to enable the printer to print the sensor output diagram after the calibration. To do so follow the procedure below:

1. Install the media into the printer
2. Power on the printer
3. Open the thermal printhead (printer will beep)
4. 6 times press the feed button on the printer (printer will beep twice)
5. Close the printhead
6. Initiate the calibration.

You will get some similar to this printout:

MX30i Calibration/Selftest page print

To calibrate MX30(i) printer you need to carry out the following procedure:

1. Printer must be turned off and TPH closed
2. Press and hold the Feed button and while holding the pressed Feed button, power on the printer
3. Keep holding the Feed button until printer will beep few times, then release the button.
4. Printer will start to feed media and after some time will print the self test page. 
5. Calibration is done and you can print labels. 

Information in selftest page is useful to inspect printer settings, FW version and other. Godex engineers might ask you to provide a photo of selftest page to help to diagnose the issue.

Self test page looks like this:

How to save port settings in label?

How to save port settings in label?

In Golobal setting need to enable this option.

Video:How to save port settings in label?

How to upload startup video at GX4000i

How to upload startup video at GX4000i

Files need for this example:

LCD storage tool: Link

Video convert tool: Link

LCD Tool V1.4: Link

Video1: Link

Video2: Link

If you have vertical video add this command at Advance option

-r 25 -q 5 -vcodec mjpeg -b:v 768k -acodec adpcm_ima_wav -vf transpose=2

If you have horizontal video add this command at Advance option

-r 25 -q 5 -vcodec mjpeg -b:v 768k -acodec adpcm_ima_wav

Video tutorial:

Godex printer installed on MAC via USB- advice

Godex printer installed on MAC via USB - advice

If you have problem for example you send 10 labels over USB  and it print 5 labels put into printer USB host USB Stick with next content (latest FW and USB command):

Printers with ARM 7 processor and USB host (FW start with 1.XXX RT7x0i...):https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Ot6Vm-MwIsGCxODOHQIMKOF1VhJ65sX/view?usp=share_link

Printers with ARM 9 processor and USB host (FW start with 2.XXX ZX1x00i...): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TN2GE7m2ckFtnG3s7SwQMoGCp39fGGJZ/view?usp=share_link

Connect GoDEX printers with Scale - how to create label at printer side

Connect GoDEX printers with Scale - how to create label at printer side

Label link like example: Link

Video Tutorial:

For Ohaus Ranger 3000 scale here is pinout for RS232 cable between printer and scale:

Example PDF: Stand-alone-with-external-variable-scales

.Here how you can use Scale wizzard from Golabel to make variable from scale data.

Here you can see how each link go to different variable and you can add custom name of this variable and cut data.

How to adjust Rotary cutter at ZX1000i & GX4000i

How to adjust Rotary cutter at ZX1000i & GX4000i

Command to check cutter parameter: ~~internalcommandcs

Command to set Rotary cutter parameter: ^D1,230

Video tutorial: 

How to pre set word for ingredients on label in GoLabel 2

How to pre set word for ingredients on label in GoLabel 2

First create database with ingredients without need to be bold and connect to label.

Here are next steps at video instruction how it will be changed depending on filter you made:

How to setup this in standalone mode: example in attach with explenation

Link:AllergensHightlightStandAlone

How to print on GoDEX printer from Linux & Raspberry PI without driver

How to print on GoDEX printer from Linux & Raspberry PI without driver over LAN or WIFI

Prepare *.txt file with ZPL,EPL or EZPL code. In my example it is test.txt

Set GoDEX printer LAN or WIFI settings 

At Linux command promt enter folder where is *.txt file and send command: nc -q 2 192.168.92.183 9100 < test.txt

How to setup Wifi on Godex printer

How to setup Wifi on Godex printer

Here is example using GoConfig ( a part of GoTool) how to setup Wifi.

Where to find GoTools (GoDoctor):LINK

Connect printer with USB and start GoConfig

If software did not automaticly find printer click on POrt and select USB

After this click on GET button to see how printer is set.

Then click on Printer I/O Setup and set wifi settings (SSID, encription, password, DHCP or static IP adress)

Same is possible using Golabel2 Wifi Tool and Quick settings

And then to only enter password after selecting network:

Calibration on GoDEX printers

Calibration on GoDEX printers

If customer is using calibration button it is same like customer send command ~S,SENSOR,0  - autocalibration

When you want that printer focus only on black mark calibration you need to send commands:

^G0   (this command is to set printer only on reflective sensor)

~~INTERNALCOMMANDV

When you want that printer focus only on thrue sensor calibration you need to send commands:

^G1   (this command is to set printer only on thrue-see sensor)

~~INTERNALCOMMANDV

Default command is ^G2 - autoselect

To lock value at printer  for  reflective or see-thrue sensor  please send command:^xset,lockcmd,02000000

How to use Label Verifier Echo 300

How to use Label Verifier Echo 300

When you need to verify text, barcode, counter you can use our Echo 300 with special PC software .

This PC software provide two ISO standard ISO-15416 & ISO-15415.

Same printer can also be used like standard barcode printer.

By default Label verifier is set like this

And when error ocured on PC LCD will ocured pop up

If we pre-set like this it will not occured popup during error it will automatic make decision:

Video description: Link

Example how to record preprinted 2D barcode values woth Echo300 - if you want to rewind please use T10C.

How to scan datamatrix barcode at 450 pre -printed labels and rewind on T10C

Datamatrix 3mmx3mm with counter decrement

New function in program LabelVerifier:

For OCR is aded Advanced Settings button:

If label have differents sizes of fonts you can put max font size

Also if your text consist of letters which are not english for example ÜÖÄßćźźż you can use this field to add those characters:

How to solve of electrostatic charge and sticks when is using Godex printer with cutters

How to solve of electrostatic charge and sticks when is using Godex printer with cutter

Customer can order antistatic bruches or antistatic labels (10 pcs min order pn: 745-009200-000 ).

Here is example how to mount it:

Here is example antistatic label how to apply:

How to set up GoDEX printer on long label calibration

How to set up GoDEX printer on long label calibration

With this command  ^XGET,SENSORSTATUS  you can check standard length on which printer will try to find gap or mark.
Standard length is 250mm .

With command: ~S,SENSOR,400,3,30 - you will set printer to try to find gap or mark on 400mm long label.

Command: ~S,SENSOR[,length,gap,percent]

Where values can be: length : 100 ~ 999 ( mm ) , default = 250 gap : 1 ~ 499 ( mm ) , default = 3 

After setting for example 400mm pressing calibration button printer will continue to seak in range 400mm gap or mark.

To set to factory default you can click button Factory default at GoDoctor.

How to activate line mode on GoDEX desktop printer

How to active line mode on GoDEX desktop printer

Link for FW 1.DX1a: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ytu7t9C1Hdv6a4b8OsaGAdkkwiWKyUCe/view?usp=sharing

How to pre-set GoDEX printer when have issue with detektion gap at color or preprinted label

How to pre-set GoDEX printer when have issue with detektion gap at color or preprinted label

1. Upload latest FW
2. Try with GoDoctor to do Autocalibration
3. send command: ~S,SENSOR,X,Y,Z where X is range in which printer will try to find gap, Y value of gap, Z value of treshold - standard is 40 
   for color label or preprinted label customer can try with 25 or 27
4. With command:^XGET,SENSORSTATUS  at GoDoctor can see does printer save value 

Link for GoTools (GoDoctor is part of it): https://godex.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/pHoQ8cjP0VPq5djlBNaMuQ.file?v01

How to reset printhead counter after changing printhead at GoDEX printer

How to reset printhead counter after changing printhead at GoDEX printer

With command ^XSET,TPHLENGTH customer can see current lenght and history of changing printheads if any exist

In this case from picture above we can see that there is no history of changing TPH - this just means that next command was not send when 
printhead was changed. Here we introduce command: ^XSET,TPHLENGTH,0  with which we reset counter for printhead

And if we check again status from printhead counter we can see that it was restart and first value (how many meters printhead was printed) was saved.

This command works on V1.130v or later versions; V2.110s or later versions; FW V4.010j or later versions;

This command does not need to used on EZ2x50i & EZ6x50i and printheads for those printers have IC where is written this info and with command: 

~~INTERNALCOMMANDT1 the LCD shows two values. First - how meters was print this particular printhead and second - how many meters print printer.

How to setup graphic settings in MAC driver for GoDEX printer

How to setup graphic settings in MAC driver for GoDEX printer

If you have issue with printing barcode on MAC here how you need to setup driver

New driver for MAC 1.1.10:

Video tutorial: Link

How to change *.lbl file from USB stick (LABELDIR folder) at MAD EDIT text editor and use again at standalone application

How to change *.lbl file from USB stick (LABELDIR folder) at MAD EDIT text editor and use again at standalone application

Video tutorial: Link

How it recall and print: Link

How to change name of internal form from printer - just number of characters must be same so if label name is 123456 new name can be GORAN6 - both have 6 characters.

How to print on GoDEX printer transparent label with blackmark where backpaper is also transparent

How to print on GoDEX printer transparent label with blackmark where backpaper is also transparent

In this case it could be that when you try to at GoDoctor make Autocalibration it show that gap (blackmark) is label and that label is gap

Here how you need to setup driver where label is 80mmx14mm

How to install combo WIFI /BT at RT7x0i+ / RT7x0i, GE3x0... Godex printer

How to install combo WIFI /BT at RT700i+ Godex printer

For RT7x0i and all other arm7 printers put new FW 1.141c LINK.

For RT7x0i+ use latest FW4.020: LINK

For setup wifi use latest Golabel2 : LINK

Here look video how to take one part of card during instalation as same card is for different printers Link

Darker connector need to be connected to card and white connector of cable is need to connect to printer:

Commands to enable /disable BT:

 ^xset,externcardmode,16  This command will turn off the BT and also the SLEEP mode.

  ^xset,externcardmode,255  This command will turn on the BT mode.

There is option for printer with LCD to see power of wifi signal on LCD with command:^xset,showrssi,1

Wifi roaming :

1.     By switch time, our default is to make a switch after 30 seconds if there is no connection.
    
   ^NW,WSETROAMING,<n>,<sec>
          ^NW,WSETROAMING,1,20  : this command to change to 20 seconds. 
    
   2.   By DB signal strength. The signal strength threshold for Roaming switching can be change by the following commands (default is -70 dbm)
           ^NW,WSETRT,<threshold>
          ^NW,WSETRT,-60 : this will change it from -70 dbm to -60 dbm

Wifi have also AP mode in which printer have DHCP which will provide IP adress in range 192.168.4.2~192.168.4.101.

How to install and print with GoDEX printer at Raspberry Pi

How to install GoDEX printer at Raspberry Pi

Driver you can finde here: LINK

Video tutorial:

How to print from Raspberry Pi from Text editor to GoDEX printer

How to install und calibration make on Ultra sonic sensor on ZX1000i GoDEX printer

How to install und calibration make on Ultra sonic sensor on ZX1000i GoDEX printer

Video manual how to install :

Video manual how to calibration make - first option:

How to make calibration  - second option:

Video case study:

ZX1200iPro with ultrasonic sensor

Advance diagnostic how ultrasonic sensor see gaps - using oscilloscope

How to make diagnostic LAN issue for GoDEX printers

How to make diagnostic LAN issue for GoDEX printers

Connect printer with PC per USB and to network over wifi or LAN (depending where is problem on Lan or wifi).

Install     Link:

Select port which you want to scan - same network where is printer and PC - look picture below

Then it will start to scan network flow data like at picture below

Then install Printer Monitor tool on PC: LINK

Send this comand to printer and it will start to log network data whic is commen to printer:

After customer close PrinterMonitor in this folder which he open with LogDirectory file will be updated.

After error ocured wait 2 min and save both results and provide it to tech department so we can detail analised and help.

How to install Mac driver and install GoDEX printer

How to install Mac driver and install GoDEX printer

Driver customer can find at Download section / Driver : https://www.godexintl.com/downloads?locale=en

GoTermi sw for diagnostic and setup wifi  GoDEX printers on MAC: LINK

How to setup graphic settings in MAC driver for GoDEX printer: LINK

Install driver short video: LINK

Install driver and printer - long video:

New MAC how to install over LAN (in this example we are using BP driver but it is same with original Godex)

New MAC installation driver over USB (in this example we are using BP driver but it is same with original Godex)

Installing Godex macOS Driver

This document describes the standard installation of the Godex printer driver in a macOS environment. Godex Linux and macOS drivers are based on CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System), which is a modular printing system for Unix and Unix-like operating systems that allows a computer to act as a print server.

For advanced installation and more information, please refer to documents provided with the driver in rastertoezpl-1.1.2/doc and CUPS documentation at https://www.cups.org/.

To install the Godex macOS driver, follow these steps:

1. Download the Driver

• Visit the Godex International official website's Downloads -> Driver section
• Download the appropriate CUPS Printer Driver for macOS (e.g., "CUPS Printer Driver V1.14 (MacOS)")

2. Install the Driver

• Locate the downloaded `.pkg` file (e.g., `rastertoezpl-1.1.2.pkg`).
• Right-click (or Control-click) the file and select "Open with" -> "Installer (default)"
• 
• Confirm any security prompts by clicking "Öffnen" (Open).
• 
• Proceed through the installation wizard.
• 
• Accept the GNU General Public License to continue the installation.
• 
• 
• 
• Click "Installieren" (Install) to perform the standard installation on your Macintosh HD.
• 
• 
• After successful installation, you can choose to move the installer to the Trash.
• 

3. Add the Godex Printer to macOS

• Open "System Preferences" (Systemeinstellungen) on your Mac.
• 
• Select "Printers & Scanners" (Drucker & Scanner).
• 
• Click the "+" button to add a new printer.
• 
• In the Add window, select the "IP" tab.
• Input the IP address of your printer.
• Select "HP Jetdirect - Socket" as the Protocol.
• In the "Use" (Verwenden) dropdown, select "Other" (Andere).
• 
• A browse window will open; press `CMD + Shift + G` to bring up a "Go to Folder" subwindow.
• 
• Enter the path `/usr/local/share/ppd/godex` and click "Öffnen" (Open).
• 
• Select the required printer model (e.g., `godex-rt860i.ppd`) from the list and click "Open".
• 
• You can optionally change the printer's name.
• Click "Add" (Hinzufügen).
• 
• The printer should now appear under "Printers & Scanners".
• 
• 

How to print DPL (Datamax printing language) on GoDEX printers with DPL fonts

How to print DPL (Datamax printing language) on GoDEX printers with DPL fonts

Each GoDEX FW today have DPL emulation. If print job request some fonts they need to be download to GoDEX printer via

standard Datamax driver. Here is example how to download Ariel 

Download driver: https://www.seagullscientific.com/support/downloads/drivers/datamax-oneil/download/

 Install for example  on same USB like GoDEX printer

Why it can not be used Golabel2 to download fonts for DPL:

 Due to the commands for downloading and calling fonts defined by EZPL and DPL are different, the fonts downloaded by GoLabel  II through EZPL cannot be used by DPL. Therefore, the font downloaded by GoLabel II in this case can’t not be used by DPL. The downloaded fonts must be download by DPL commands or DPL Driver in order to be used by DPL. Also this is the only way to print the downloaded fonts in this case.

The downloadable fonts ID defined by EZPL is one Byte A to Z  . 

The download font IDs defined by DPL are Two Bytes 03 – 99, 9A – 9Z, 9a – 9z  . 

The call character format defined by DPL is S00 to Szz, U00 – Uzz, u00 – uzz, it is different from GoLabel via EZPL download fonts ID.    

How to setup stop position for cutter when is sending ZPL label to GoDEX printer

How to setup stop position for cutter when is sending ZPL label to GoDEX printer

According to the ZPL command rules, the stop position after printing (^E value) is changed according to the device type (Tear-off, Peel-off, Cutter) set by ^MM.

For example, when the ^MMT Tear-off stop position (^E value) is set, it automatically changed to ^E16.

When the ^MMC Cutter stop position (^E value) is set, it automatically changed to ^E26.

~TA can be used to adjust the stop position, but the max. value can only be set to 120 dots.

So ZPL command can’t set ^E30 in ^MMT Tear -off mode.

Customers can  use ^XSET,LOCKCMD command to set (lock) ^E30 stop position.

For peeler use next command sto lock stop position

^XSET,LOCKCMD,00000000

^O1

^E13

^XSET,LOCKCMD,00440000

How to install / reinstall printhead at GoDEX GX4000i

How to install / reinstall printhead at GoDEX GX4000i 

Main thing why we take out motor and black plastic part is because then we can more take out printhead and easily remove and install new.

How to import / export GoDEX printer driver settings from command line

How to import export GoDEX printer driver settings from command line:

1. Navigate to the driver package folder. By default, it's located under
   C:\Program Files\Seagull\Printer Drivers\Packages\

2. In this example, the latest available version is 2021.3.

3. Run the following command in the Command Prompt substituting PRINTER NAME with the name of the printer in question and FOLDER PATH with the path where the file should be stored.
   ssdal /p "PRINTER NAME" /q settings export "FOLDER PATH\FILE.sds"

4. Navigate to the folder specified in the command above to find the SDS file.

5. Should you need to import this SDS file containing your printer settings on other computers, you can use the following command.
   ssdal /p "PRINTER NAME" /q settings import "FOLDER PATH\FILE.sds"
   
   
6. Here where it is at Win11
7. 

How to install combo WIFI /BT at ZX1000i, ZX1000i+, GX4000i GoDEX printer

How to install combo WIFI /BT at ZX1000i, ZX1000i+, GX4000i GoDEX printer

Use Golabel2 with WIFI Tool1.34 minimum version: LINK

For FW printer for ZX1000i use min . version from this link:LINK

For FW printer for ZX1000i+ and GX4000i  use min . version from this link:LINK

Combo Wifi/BT connect at board to BT port:

For setup via WIFI Tool look user manual from WWW.GODEXINTL.COM web site for this type printer

How to use USB stick like external memory, for configuring GoDEX printer and Download files, for copy files from printer to USB stick

How to use USB stick like external memory, for  configuring GoDEX printer and Download files, for copy files from printer to USB stick

How to make USB with files and settings:

First step put USB flash into printer and wait until you see yellow icon on LCD – this mean that printer was recognize USB stick.

There will be created LABELDIR folder with subfolders

Then you can take out USB flash from printer and put it into PC.

Open GoLoader (part of GoTools) select USB stick and download fonts, labels ....

If you want to use USB flash like external memory this is it.

If you want from USB stick to copy those files to printer you need, after you download all files to USB flash , to click on ENABLE button and Auto File Copy will be created.

Third way is that you want also some commands to send to printer with or without files. In this case you need to open AutoCopy File and you will see something like this

First part are control parameters and then second part is commant to copy from external memory to internal memory.

For example if you want to send command for speed ^S3 (3”/sec), Drakness ^H8 you make file like below just first row must be empty

Then you  delete same file from USB stick and download this new file with GoLoader

Click Start download

Now if you open file from USB stick you will see new control characters (in this example it just send commands when you put it into printer with out files).

Also same procedure is possible with copy/ cut files from printer to USB stick just swich D and F (and must follow this procedure with empty first row and making new control character)

Here are more options

Before you make final configuration you can send commands aldo with GoDoctor

GoDoctor is part of GoTools - customer can download from Download section

our website: www.godexintl.com

How to skip empty label on roll with GoDEX printer

How to set GoDEX printer to skip empty label and not to show "MEDIA ERROR"

Video example: LINK

Use this command to increase the alarm length to the total length of the tabs with the number of pages allowed to be dropped.
         n = total length of a label x number of labels allowed to be dropped.
         The value of n must not exceed 10 labels. (it is no sense to use such a bad label roll.)

Description black mark paper:
Gap = 0 paper out len ​​= 30dot + n (dot)
Gap > 0 paper out len ​​= Gap*2.5 + n (dot)
Label GAP Sticker :
     Gap = 0 paper out len ​​= 30dot + n (dot)
Gap > 0 paper out len ​​= Gap*2.5 + n (dot)
Continuous paper: This command is invalid
paper out len ​​= ((8 or 12)dot/mm+10 ) * 6

For example for ZX1300i  

Commands: ^XSET,PAPEROUT,1225
                     ^XSET,MISSINGLABEL,0

^XSET,MISSINGLABEL,n

n=0  Ignore the missing labels and print the directly on the liner directly, the position of the coordinated maybe inaccurate.

n=1 After skipping the missing label, reprint the one before the missing one.

n=2 After skipping the missing label, continue with the serial number.

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end

How to integrate GoDEX GoLabel with external ERP with GoDEX Automatisation software

How to integrate automatic label printing with variable data from external ERP system on a Godex label printer. GoRun Automation SW. 

You can download the GoRun SW from here: LINK

 Process:

You create label with variable. 

Define on which Printer will label be printed:

And where will be label with text file which will content values for variable.

Start proces

From your ERP make txt file with same name like name of label and copy to this location and printer will automaticly print label

How to use GoDEX Perforation cutter on ZX1000i or GX4000i

How to use GoDEX Perforation cutter on ZX1000i or GX4000i

Perforation cutter have two blades. One for full cut and second for perforation cut.

So it is possible to use this cutter:

1. Only perforation
2. Only full cut
3. Only full cut after print job (Batch cut)
4. Only perforation  cut after print job (Batch cut)
5. Perforation cut and at print job end full cut
6. Inside one label to make aditional cut with doublecut option where you define offset
   For example: you make one label with full cut 80mm but on 20mm you make perforation cut (ticket system)
7. Multy-cut : Inside one label up to 15 perforation cuts and at end full cut
   First 6 options are possible from GoLabel . Last  need to send command file to printer.

In Golabel there is option to define double cut

Also possible batch cut - this mean after print job is finish (you send 5 labels to print it will cut after 5 labels)

If you want to print 5 labels and to have 4 peroration cut and at end full cut this is possible with next steps:

You design label and after this you define option between label perforation cut and at end full cut

What programmer need to done:

At start of code need to send command how will be end cut : in our case full cut (^XSETCUT,MODE,0,2)

Then inside label to send for each perforation cut command:

Here is one example – in this example I am using dots to define when perforation cut will be made but alo is possible mm:

So label length is 150mm and 4 time it will make perforation cut and lats time full cut

^XSETCUT,MODE,0,2

^Q150,0,0

^W30

^H8

^P1

^S4

^AT

^C1

^R0

~Q+0

^O0

^D1

^E51

~R255

^L

Dy2-me-dd

Th:m:s

BA3,282,292,2,6,80,0,1,1234

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,D720,3,1

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,D1440,3,1

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,D2160,3,1

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,D2880,3,1

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Same situation is when you have one label and you want to print it 5 times.

Inside label value for length need to be full length for all 5 labels for example ^Q30,0 one label so total ^Q150,0

Example with 15 time perforation cut in one label:

^XSETCUT,MODE,0,2

^Q150,0

^W25

^H5

^P1

^S2

^AD

^C1

^R0

~Q+0

^O0

^D1,5

^E52

~R255

; ^L Reset the cutting address of label multi-tool

^L

Dy2-me-dd

Th:m:s

C00,001,+1,Prompt

Dy2-me-dd

Th:m:s

AD,13,0,1,1,0,0E,Sample^C00

; Cutting limit is 15 times

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,D240,3,1

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,D480,3,1

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,D800,3,1

Lo,0,0,187,0

Lo,6,79,182,80

Lo,4,160,180,161

Lo,0,238,176,239

Lo,0,318,176,319

Lo,0,398,176,399

Lo,0,478,176,479

Lo,0,556,176,557

Lo,0,635,176,636

Lo,0,716,176,717

Lo,1,795,177,796

Lo,0,874,176,875

Lo,9,36,20,1199

AT,90,99,45,45,0,0E,0,0,1

AT,88,179,45,45,0,0E,0,0,2

AT,87,251,45,45,0,0E,0,0,3

AT,86,334,45,45,0,0E,0,0,4

AT,86,416,45,45,0,0E,0,0,5

AT,82,495,45,45,0,0E,0,0,6

AT,78,575,45,45,0,0E,0,0,7

AT,78,655,45,45,0,0E,0,0,8

AT,72,731,45,45,0,0E,0,0,9

AT,71,817,45,45,0,0E,0,0,10

AT,72,1137,45,45,0,0E,0,0,E

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For installation look user manuel for ZX1000i -Apendix

.

How to recall ZPL form from GoDEX printer

How to recall ZPL form from GoDEX printer

Form for download:

^XA
^DFR:SAMPLE.GRF^FS
^FO20,30^GB750,1100,4^FS
^FO20,30^GB750,200,4^FS
^FO20,30^GB750,400,4^FS
^FO20,30^GB750,700,4^FS
^FO20,226^GB325,204,4^FS
^FO30,40^ADN,36,20^FDShip to:^FS
^FO30,260^ADN,18,10^FDPart number #^FS
^FO360,260^ADN,18,10^FDDescription:^FS
^FO30,750^ADN,36,20^FDFrom:^FS
^FO150,125^ADN,36,20^FN1^FS (ship to)
^FO60,330^ADN,36,20^FN2^FS(part num)
^FO400,330^ADN,36,20^FN3^FS(description)
^FO70,480^BY4^B3N,,200^FN4^FS(barcode)
^FO150,800^ADN,36,20^FN5^FS (from)
^XZ

Recall commnands:

^XA
^XFR:SAMPLE.GRF
^FN1^FDGo Printing^FS
^FN2^FD14842^FS
^FN3^FDScrew^FS
^FN4^FD12395678^FS
^FN5^FDGodex Fabricating^FS
^XZ

Memory can be RAM or Flash (R or E)

For recalling label usig QR barcode and barcode scanner over RS232 port connected to printer need also to send those commands to printer:

~~INTERNALCOMMANDPROMPT2
^XSET,LABELSEARCH,1

In QR barcode you enter commands to recall label

How to cancel current print job only but not all other from printer queue GoDEX ZX1300i example

How to cancel current print job only but not all other from printer queue GoDEX ZX1300i example

Send command to enable this option:  ^XSET,FEEDKCM,1  

And send for example two print files :

^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,0

^Q30,0,0

^W100

^H10

^P20

^S4

^AD

^C1

^R0

~Q+0

^O0

^D0

^E16

~R255

^L

Dy2-me-dd

Th:m:s

C00,001,+1,Prompt

AT,155,15,90,90,0,0E,0,0,A^C00

E

^Q30,0,0

^W100

^H10

^P20

^S4

^AD

^C1

^R0

~Q+0

^O0

^D0

^E16

~R255

^L

Dy2-me-dd

Th:m:s

C00,001,+1,Prompt

AT,155,15,90,90,0,0E,0,0,B^C00

E

   Video example:

How to print at from Linux to GoDEX printer with EZPL code without driver

How to print at from Linux to GoDEX printer with EZPL code without driver

Linux (udev) automatically creates a char device files for each connected USB printer in Linux.  Usually it is “/dev/usb/lp0”, for the first connected printer.

You can open this file (character device) and what you write to it, is send to printer, and what send the printer, you can read from the file.

For single test, send a command to printer, you can:

  echo "~V" > /dev/usb/lp0

or you can send a file with printer commands:

  cat "commands_file" > /dev/usb/lp0

You need to hae rights (sudo su)

How to send commands to the printer

To set up some particular functions, you might need to send a command to the printer. 

This can be done in few ways, the easiest is to use either GoDoctor or GoLabel:

1. GoDoctor is a small useful tool for service technicians. It is basically an executable file (no need to install) that has few buttons with predefined commands as well as, you can input the command manually or make your own buttons with predefined functions/commands.

GoDoctor is a part of GoTools set and can be downloaded from our official website www.godexintl.com, or direct download link here (https://godex.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/pHoQ8cjP0VPq5djlBNaMuQ.file?v01) please note that the direct download link might get outdated after some time.   

Extract the archive and run GoDoctor.exe on the left most upper corner you will find a button Port:

You can search and select the needed model here, the selected model will be shown on the bottom part of the GoDoctor window. 

Click on the "Command Mode", an area to input the command will appear and you can input the command into it, after that click "Send". Alternatively, if you have the command set in a text file, you can also choose "Send file" and select the needed file. 

If you will choose "Customize" you can also predefine your own buttons of often used functions: 

e.g. the full factory default that will erase everything and set all settings back to default: 

^XSET,LCDLOCK,0
~S,ESA
^XSET,LOCKCMD,00000000
~S,OFFSETX,0
~S,OFFSETY,0
~Q+0
~MDEL*
^D0
~~INTERNALCOMMAND+INIT

After doing so, you will have your own buttons in the TAB Customize (simple, yet very practical for repetetive tasks of a technician).

2. GoLabel. Another possible way is to use Command Area in GoLabel and send the commands through it: 

3. Windows Driver. It is also possible to send the command via Windows driver, go to Printer Properties window, select Tools tab, Action -> Send Printer Command. 

4. Printer Webserver (if printer is connected via IP port, you can input the IP address of the printer in the browser and access the webserver of the printer, default credntials are login: admin and pass: 1111)

There are also other possibilities like Hyperterminal, telnet, ftp and similar, yet, they are more advanced and used less often, so in case you would require such communication, please apply to Godex tech team for more information on that. 

How to create installation for automatic driver setup

How to create installation for automatic driver setup

First you make setup of driver and then you export settings and make *.sds file

Then prepare update.bat  for which driver and printer you want update driver settings

Then from MS Windows start program IExpress add .sds and update.bat file and create .exe file

How to make integration with ERP with more GoDEX printers and with different connections

How to make integration with ERP with more GoDEX printers and with different connections

Link for software GoAutoRun version2:LINK
Customers have option to triger with new text file different printers:

Also they can add as last value print quantity at *.txt file :

For example like at picture below where 3 mean that it will be printed three labels

Video tutorial:

How to setup Wifi on Godex printer with WPA2 Enterprise 802.1X (WPA2-PEAP /MSCHAPv2) Authentifikation

How to setup Wifi on Godex printer with WPA2 Enterprise 802.1X  (WPA2-PEAP /MSCHAPv2) Authentifikation

Update WiFi combo card with latest FW 3.4.0.0:Link 

Here you can see process how to update wifi FW: Link

Use Wifi Tool 1.36 to setup wifi settings: Link

For example:

And you will see that priter is connected to AP with Radus server.

On AP side i used for test Vigor AP710 with internal radius server(also SSID can be hiden):

Shrink tube printer. Printing shrink tubes on Godex RT200

You can easily print shrink tubes on your Godex printer. 

We install the shrink tube roll and resin ribbon inside the printer and make calibration. In this particular example, we use 25 mm wide shrink tube. In case you would require to print narrower tubes, we can offer you special adapters to accomodate narrower media, also it is possible to have few rows at the same time. 

Then make in GoLabel a label format (select continues media type)

Temperature/Speed settings you must fine tune to get the best results:

Shrink tube on USB B plug: 

Please apply to your local Godex dealer for more information. 

How to use Ethernet and WIFI on same Godex label printer

How to use Ethernet and WIFI on same Godex label printer

With new FW this is possible 1.141t: LINK

How to adjust print line and prevent ribbon wrinkle at GoDEX label printer EZ6x50i

GoDEX label printer EZ6250i print line and ribbon adjustment

Video tutorial:

How to use GoDEX label printer with small (numeric) or big keyboard in standalone mode

How to use GoDEX label printer with small (numeric) or big keyboard in standalone mode

For all "PLUS" models and GX4000i series you will need FW 4.021w FW: Link

By default when you connect keyboard all three options are disabled (NUMLOCK, CAPS LOCK, SCROLLLOCK).

If you have small numeric keyboard without possebility to enable NUMLOCK you can predifine that it is enabled by default when you connect keyboard

Command send with GoDoctor: ~PCB,KEYBOARDLED,n  n can be from 0-7

For enable Num :~PCB,KEYBOARDLED,6

Or for other option here is value for n parameter

1 NUMLOCK LED
2 CAPS LOCK LED
4 SCROLLLOCK LED

By default is: ~PCB,KEYBOARDLED,7

How to connect to database in GoLabel2 and print GS1 Datamatrix barcodes

For CSV file, we choose the "Text" Database option

Select the needed file and definte the delimiter and codepage and click OK

We can check the data and if everything is OK in the DataTable tab:

Then we select DataMatrix:

Select the needed Column (in this case, there is only one):

Also don't forget to delete the sample data:

For GS1 Datamatrix, tick the box:

You can scroll between the records with buttons: 

When you will click print, the window will open where you need to select what records need to be printed:

If desired, you can also define different copy quantities for different records, to do so, please go to Printer Setup Tab and copies per label select "Database" and _Qty, if there is no collumn dedicated as copy quantity:

How to install WIFI 6 usb dongle on GoDEX label printer Pro series

How to install  WIFI 6 usb dongle on GoDEX label printer Pro series

We recomend WIFI 6 dongle  Asus  USB-AX55 Nano (AX1800 Dual Bend).

Use at least FW 5.110t on printer.

Use GoLoader 1.008 to download driver.

With command~mdir you can see if it is in memory from GoDoctor

Then with Golabel wifi tool you can set wifi settings

Here is driver for WIFI 6:LINK

Verified USB Dongle List for Pro Printers

Verified USB Dongle List for Pro Printers

How to define which one to chose:

It depend from app. Here are examples:

1. Customer need latest wifi 6 standard (big corporations) then we recomend WIFI 6 dongle  Asus  USB-AX55 Nano (AX1800 Dual Bend).
   How to install WIFI 6 usb dongle on GoDEX label printer Pro series - Godex Knowledge Base
   
   
2. Customer need only classic or BLE Bluetooth then Edimax 8500
   
   
3.  Customer need wifi but not latest standard (cheap one) without BT (here you can chose with smaller antenna , with bigger antenna, wifi 2,4GHz, wifi 5GHz...)

      4. Next option is combination BT  classic and BLE

5. Next option is combination Wifi and BLE  

----------------------------

  Summary list:

-------------------------------------------------

Link for more info: Godex Knowledge Base - Printers

How to use GoDEX label printer with external battery 24V

How to use GoDEX label printer with external battery 24V

You will need aditional three longer screws to connect printer with battery holder

Battery need to buy separatly.

We advise battery model: XTPower®-XT-20000QC3-AO-PA-Powerbank-inkl-Netzteil

Link: LINK

When custome buy it by default it is set 12 v and customer need to setup output to 24V.

Here are steps how to do this:

1. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for about 3 seconds until the voltage digits on the display start blinking.
2. Press the same button repeatedly—each press cycles through the available DC output voltages:
3. Stop pressing once “24 V” is flashing. After about 3 seconds of inactivity, the voltage setting is locked in.
4. Briefly press the button to activate the output—you'll then see the selected voltage and output power displayed.

How to setup Liner rewinder UN-208 with GoDEX label printer

How to setup Liner rewinder UN-208

Description:

            Liner rewinder is attend to rewinding of label liner that comes out from stripper module for  thermal transfer printers  EZ-1000, EZPi-1000,
G500 a RT7X0 during print and stripp. Almost all parts of liner rewinder are metalic that ensure long lifetime and - thanks the weight - very good
 stability on workplace as well.

Installation:

            Place printer on the top of liner rewinder. The pin on top of liner rewinder must go down in the cut-out on the bottom of the printer.
Liner rewinder is powered with printer power supply that connect to the rear panel of liner rewinder. Than connect power cable with jack
that comes from the rear panel of liner rewinder to power slot on rear panel of the printer. Power supply can be permanently connected to
the wall socket. Only in case that liner rewinder will not be use for long time, it is recomended to unplug it from wall socket.

            Now, when power switch on front panel of liner rewinder is switched on, rewinder shaft starts to rotate. Printer can be switch
on with standard way according to instruction in user manual of particular printer model. Rewinder shaft is driven via clutch. Torque
of this clutch is possible adjust with nut on the front end of this shaft. Adjusting is necessary to make when liner rewinder is switched off.

            It is necessary to install catch metal plate for RT7X0(i) printers or catch metal clips for  G500. These parts ensure door of stripper
against opening. Trend to open stripper dor is caised with force that rewinder shaft tighten liner. Catch metal plate is mount in right hole
on top cover of RT printer using rubber anchor. See enclosed picture. Catch metal plate must be firmly pressed to top cover of printing
mechanism during and after tightening screw of the anchor otherwise this metal plate blocks correct closing of the printer mechanism.
Catch metal clips is used for G500. These clips are slide on tear – off plate that is on top cover of the printer. All is clearly visible on
 enclosed pictures.

Using of liner rewinder:       

            Remove labels from liner in appropriate lenght to reach rewinder shaft and load it in stripper and than continue to rewinder shaft.
Fix end of liner under rewinder shaft clip and rotate by hand with rewinder shaft to fasten liner on the shaft. Close printer head and check
that the catch metal plate ensure stripper against opening. Switch on rewinder. Rewinder shaft tighten liner. Now it is possible to start
printing and stripping of labels. Label liner is rewind on rewinder shaft during printing.

            When media is not stable and goes to the left and/or to the right, there is too high torque adjust on rewinder shaft. It is necessary
to loose adjusting nut.  The smaller width of the media is, the smaller torque is necessary to adjust. Contralily – wide media accept high torque.

Maintanance:

            Liner rewinder is maintanance free device. When it is necessary to clean it, use cloth wet in alcohol.

Pictures for RT700 instalation:

a) Instalation of catch metal plate with rubber anchor.

b) Positioning RT700 on UN208

Pictures for G500instalation:

Positioning of G500 on UN208 and instalation of catch metal clips

How to capture a print code file in Windows for Godex label printers that use Windows driver

How to capture a print code file in Windows for printers that use Windows driver

In order to reproduce your environment, it is always good to have the precise that data that is coming out of your system. There are few ways to capture a printfile under Windows OS, the result of all of them is the same, you capture the print file, however the approaches are a bit different, choose the one that is most suitable for you:

1. The easiest way is to use the Seagull Drivers Function: Logging. Pleaser go to the Control Panel-> Devices and Printers, right click on the desired printer, select Properties:

Then select Tools Tab and click Logging Options: 

Tick the box Record Printer Code and select the path where the captured files should be stored:

When this function is turned on, all the printjobs that will be printed via the driver, will be saved under the directory you selected, e.g.: 

in the directory we selected: C:\Log Files\Godex RT230i, you will find text files (extension .prn), when you open the files with text editor (e.g. notepad) you will see similar to the below contents: 

If the printjob contains graphical information, you will see some unclear information represented in symbols, this part is the bitmap graphics part. 

2. Second possible way is to use the “File” port and when you press print, it will ask you to save the file somewhere in your PC. 

Navigate to Control Panel -> Devices and Printers. Right click on the desired printer and select Printer properties: 

In Printer Properties window, click on Ports tab, look for a port named FILE and select it (tick a box near the port name), press OK: 

Initiate printing to needed printer from the application as usual, e.g. MS Word: 

You will be prompted to save the file, input some file name and press OK: 

After saving the file, please repeat the steps and select the previous port, that was selected before this change in order to continue using your device. 

3. Third way is to capture the file from Windows Spooler, in order to do so, physically disconnect the data cable of the printer or use the option “Use Printer Offline” in the printing queue window. Then send the printjob to the printer form the SW as usual, it will issue an error that it can not be printed, then we go to: Run (Win + R) and type in this: %windir%/system32/Spool/printers : 

Until the printjob will not be transferred to the printer, we will see it in the Spool Folder, please copy the file from it and save it in other folder: 

Then please connect the cable back to the printer or disable the “Use printer offline” function, the printjob in few moments should be printed on the printer and files in the Spool folder will be automatically removed after transferring to the printer. 

4. Use Godex Printer Monitor app (https://mega.nz/file/HGAQVD6T#aCi_zLYU_t0xRZP5G5ztd3_ufGhuYKu7jPXkK2tnjOw) 

Connect the printer with USB to the PC, if the application uses network port, both of them should be connected at the same time. Send ~S,DUMP8 and it will record all data received by the printer to specified folder in the PC. 

 Open Tool(PrinterMonitor) and check printer is connected by USB.

Select command “~S,DUMP8” and click "Send"

Send printjobs to the printer and the printcode will be recorder,

To save data to file wait until the icon clears. (When the icon color is green, the tool is receiving data)

Click "Finish writing" 

Captured data is saved in a text tile “..\ PrinterMonitor_V1.0.5 \Log"

5. How to get print file on USB stick:

Method 1. If the customer is using the printer with USB HOST:
1.    Plug the printer into a USB flash drive.
2.    Send the command ~S,DUMP255 to the printer.
3.    Follow the customer’s procedure to print.
4.    Remove the USB flash drive after 5 seconds.

Method 2. If the customer is not using the USB HOST:
1.    Run the attached file (Printer Monitor) on the customer’s PC
2.    Connect the printer with COM Port.
3.    Send the command ~S,DUMP255 to the printer.
4.    Follow the customer’s procedure to print.
5.    Printer Monitor will catch the data via COM. Then send this information back to us.

You will get RAW files like this:

6.With Wireshark software :

Printer is receiving data over LAN or WIFI and you connect PC to same network and connect printer over USB.

So for example we are sending print job to IP 192.168.92.182

At Wireshark we are filtering IP adress: 

Then we are sellecting line and checking content like this:

And we are getting printfile:

How to send EZPL from Simens S7 1200 PLC to Godex printer

How to send EZPL from Simens S7 1200 PLC to Godex printer

After design label in Golabel2 export EZPL code.

Then at PLC software add this string but between each row need to add carrage return and line feed characters.

In this case: $R and $L

How to install and print with ZPL font at GoDEX label printers

How to install and print with ZPL font at GoDEX label printers

First it is important to understand that there is 4 memory partitions where Font can be stored.

R: - RAM partition - after power off/power on all data will be deleted

E: Flash partition 

To use a TrueType Font (TTF) in ZPL, you generally follow a two-step process:

 uploading the font to the printer's memory and then recalling it within your label format.

1. Uploading the TTF Font

Please use GoLoader - part of GoTools or also from ZPL driver you can download fonts to internal memory

2. Recalling the Font

Once the font is stored on the printer, there are two main ways to use it in your ZPL code:

Method A: Direct Recall (The ^A@ Command)

Use this if you want to call the font by its filename without assigning it a shortcut letter.

^XA

^FO50,50

^A@N,50,50,E:ARI000.TTF^FDHello World^FS

^XZ

• ^A@: The "Use Font Name" command.
• N: Orientation (Normal).
• 50,50: Height and Width in dots.
• E:ARI000.TTF: The full path and filename of the stored font.

Method B: Alias Mapping (The ^CW Command)

XA
^CWZ,E:Algerian.TTF  <-- Map Algerian.TTF to letter 'Z'
^FO50,50
^AZN,50,50^FDHello World^FS
^XZ

^CWZ: Assigns the font stored at  E:Algerian.TTF to the identifier Z.

^AZN: Tells the printer to use font Z in Normal orientation.

Use this to assign the TTF to a single-character ID (like Z). This makes your code cleaner if you use the font multiple times.

^XA
^CWZ,E:Algerian.TTF  <-- Map Algerian.TTF to letter 'Z'
^FO50,50
^AZN,50,50^FDHello World^FS
^XZ

[!IMPORTANT]

Reboot Note: If you store a font on the E: drive, the file remains after a reboot, but the ^CW mapping is often lost. It is best practice to include the ^CW command at the beginning of every print job to ensure the mapping is active.

How to Verify Stored Fonts

If you aren't sure of the exact filename on the printer (Zebra often shortens filenames to 8 characters), send this command to print a list of all stored files:

^XA^WDE:*.*^XZ

• ^WD: Print Directory label.
• E:*.*: Search for all files on the E: (Flash) drive.

At GoDEX printers using GoDoctor you can list all fonts/data from printer memory using comand: ~MDIR

How to clean GoDEX printers - Printhead Maintenance Guide

How to clean GoDEX printers - Printhead Maintenance Guide

Failure possibilities:

1. Corrosion - mostly happen if customer is using cleaning material based on watter. Or when humidity in warehouse 
   interfier with material which is printing and rolls of textile, labels are not in foil protected. 
   Solution: Protect each roll of label with foil from humidity. Use Godex cleaning pens or 99% isopropyl Alcohol with soft cloth.
   
2. Abrasion - mostly come when customer is using direct thermal printeing (not using ribbon).
   Customer need to calculate where to invest - in new printhead or in ribbon.
   
3. Mehanicly damaged- customer need to educate oprator on printer not to use screw drivers, scalpels .. if some label stuck inside printer.
   
4. Overpowered (using too much temperature):
   Solution: Depending of material customer can use wax, wax/resin or resin ribbon.
   Making good combination between speed, temperature and mechanicly good aligned printhead (between print linie and platen roller) customer will get best results and he will optimise lifetime of printhead. 
   For example- when customer is changing print head good praxis is also to change print roller.
   From examples of good praxis we have share next info (this also depend of printer speed, printhead tension and state of printer):
   With wax ribbon customer sholud get good results with temperature up to 9.
   With wax-resin ribbon customer sholud get good results with temperature up to 12.
   With resin ribbon customer sholud get good results with temperature up to 15.
   Cleaning printhead interval: for industrial printers after each 450meters ribbon, for desktop printers - after each two full rolls of labels (rolls of label are cca. 74 meters).
   

Here is how look like Godex cleaning pen:

How to solve problem:"Unable to add GoDEX printer with Seagull Drivers"

How to solve problem:"Unable to add GoDEX printer with Seagull Drivers"

Problem describe:"Unable to add printer from Windows based print server on Windows client.  Receive error "Windows cannot connect to the Printer. There is not enough memory to complete this operation. Please close some applications and try again".  Also detected this event in Event log that seems to correspond: "Event 256 seagull driver environment setup".  System has adequate RAM, and this error occurs after a reboot with no other programs loaded.  Even increased paging file size to see if virtual memory was an issue, but this did not help either.  "

First solution is to:

Second solution:

1. Use windows  “File Manager ”.  and input the IP of this shared printer \\xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
2. User will be able to see the shared printer, just double click on the icon, the driver will be installed automatically.

Third option:

On the client machine...

Go to Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners

Click add a printer

When " The printer that I wanted isn't listed" shows up, click that hyperlink

Select Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings. Click Next.

Click Create a new port. Select Local Port for Type of port.

In the Port Name box, type the path to the printer in the following format, where server is the name of the print server and printer is the share name of the printer (e.g. \\server\printer). Click OK.

Select the printer model and driver. Click Next.
If the exact model isn't listed, click Have Disk and browse to the location where you extracted the drivers.

When prompted to share the printer, select Do not share this printer. Click Next.

How to adjust print line at RT863i, RT863i+, RT863i Pro (in General all RT800i series)

How to adjust print line at RT863i, RT863i+, RT863i Pro (in General all RT800i series)

At print mechanism there are two screws for setup print line.

Adjusting them customer can make printout better.

Installing Godex Linux Driver

# All Godex devices
0x195F unidir no-reattach

How to install Godex printer driver on Linux Manjaro

How to install Godex printer driver on Linux Manjaro

How to activate Bootloader Mode (DL-Mode) in the Download Tool Software

1. Open the Download-Tool, which you can download here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/r0308zvz0tslygt04o9dh/Cloud-ATMEL-V4.100-251027-01-bootloader-j.zip?rlkey=rereizzt2qfokwben4utuhcgu&st=9wqhc3wb&dl=0
2. After opening the software, please enter the word "dlmode" using your keyboard.
3. Another button will appear and it should look like this:
4. 
5. click on that new button and select the "boot V4.005j.BIN" - file
6. After the loadingbar will be finished you can continue with "Download Firmware" (first button)
7. Click "Download Firmware" and select the "Cloud ATMEL V4.100 (251027-01).BIN" - file
8. The Printer will restart after the Firmware Update

How to format SD Card and used it in Pro Printers

1. remove SD-Card from the Printer
2. Put it into a SD-Card-Reader
3. Open Disk Management (Datenträgerverwaltung) in Windows
4. choose the SD-Card drive
5. 
6. Right click on the higher partition (~14gb)
7. Hit ok
8. Right click again on the empty partition
9. New simple volume -> Next -> Next -> Next
10. choose Fat32 -> Next -> finish

Now please install the SD-Card back into your printer and start the Printer in DL-Mode:

1. Open Print head (Cover or Lever)
2. Press and Hold the Feed-Button
3. Power on the printer
4. Display should show "DL-Mode" now
5. USB-Port is available
6. Please send the latest Pro Firmware
7. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/zuqixe6t0ay17840nt4mh/Cloud_5_V5.140f-260325-01.zip?rlkey=z3brtisxxmad06febgoozbumx&st=rxhfaux8&dl=0

Initial setup and triggering modes of Godex AG4000

A new (or after factory reset) AG4000 needs to have an intial setup. 

You need to send a command (click for more info) to the printer to set the printer to the correct applicator mode ^XSET,APPLICATOR,0,1 and ^XSET,REWINDER,1 (command must be sent one time). After factory default the applicator mode is reset and you will need to send it once more. 

When sending the printjobs, please make sure that correct settings are set up in GoLabel/Driver:

1. Select option - “Applicator” in the LCD and lock the function by tapping the small lock on the left side (see video).

2. Make sure to choose applicator mode in the printer settings in GoLabel/Driver or any other label design SW.

3. Smartback feed/preprint must be turned off

The AG4000 has 3 triggering modes

1. Direct Mode (jumper on and DB15 shorted) After receiving the print job, printer prints the label immediately and application follows the printing. “Trigger” for whole process is the print file. 
2. 1 Step trigger mode (jumper off, sensor connected to DB15) After receiving the print file, printer waits for the trigger signal on DB15, after receiving the signal, label is printed and applied directly.
3. 2 Step trigger mode (jumper on, sensor connected to DB15) After receiving the print file, the label is printed immediately, but not applied yet, label is being hold on the labeling pad by vacuum and is applied only after receiving the trigger signal on DB15.

The following fragment from UM has only 1 and 2 modes, as the 3rd Mode was implemented later. 

The shorted DB15 connector is delivered together with AG4000

By plugging in the connector with pins 1 and 9 shored, you create full direct mode, because there is permanent start signal.

User manual for AG4000: LINK

AG4000 Output signals

AG4000 Print and Apply system provides 4 different output signals that can be used for integrating the machine in the production line and/or adapting it with other systems. 

On the side of the AG4000 there are 2 connectors - DB9 and DB15. Each of these signal drive a separate relay, so you can either use internal voltage from AG4000/printer, or connect it to an external voltage, as well as use either NO or NC. 

Pinout:

• Error signal (ERROR 1) - this signal is activated when there is any kind of error either in the printer, or in the applicator. Signal can be used to stop the line and provide alarm to the operator that service is required. 

In the video below you will find example of the Error signal:

Please note that if the AG4000 is set OFFLINE, there will be no Error signal, but Ready signal will be inactive.

• Data Ready (DTR) Signal - this signal  is activated when printer has a printjob in it's buffer that is ready to be printed and waiting for trigger signal (e.g. a label sent from PC to be printed, or a label recalled from printers memory in Standalone). If more than one label is sent to be printed, e.g. 3 labels, DTR signal will stay active until last label is printed. 

• Ready Signal -  this signal is activated when printer has a printjob to be printed in its buffer (DTR is active), AG4000 is ONLINE and not in the cycle. In short - the system is ready to apply the label. 

• Home Signal - this signal is activated when the piston moves out of it's resting position - signal is active when piston is traveling down and up. 

If your application requires some special inputs/outputs, it is also possible to use additional signals from ZX1000i/GX4000i GPIO, please refer to the attached PDF for more information or contact your Godex representative. 

Cutter Stacker service procedures

During the use of cutter stacker, some routine maintenance must be done, as well as wearable parts should be replaced once worn. 

In the video below, you will find the most common procedures of cutter stacker servicing, such as: 

• Blade movement pattern (crankshaft eccenter) adjustment
• Blade replacement 
• Blade crossing adjustment (might be needed after longer usage for proper cut quality avoiding full blade replacement, as well after blade replacement)
• Upper blade height adjustment
• Cleaning of the machine
• Lubricating the joints

Detailed information you will find in the video below. 

Godex Cutter Stacker Device Service Procedures

This document provides detailed service instructions for the Godex Cutter Stacker device, extracted from the official service video. Please ensure to follow all safety precautions.

Source Video: Godex Cutter Stacker Servicing Guide

1. Initial Steps

1. Before making any adjustments, turn off the machine and unplug the power cord [00:04].
2. Unscrew the two screws to remove the metal cover of the Cutter Stacker unit [00:11].
3. For convenience, you can put the CS unit back on to the printer, but be careful as it will be loose and can fall down. Alternatively, you can use an appropriate nut to fix it on the printer [00:34].
4. Remove the two screws and remove the knife safety cover [00:51].

2. Adjusting the Crankshaft/Eccentric

1. Release the screw [01:22].
2. Hold the pin at the sensor position [01:28].
3. Adjust the eccentric (labeled as 4) with a key so that the upper knife, at the sensor resting position, would be at the top most moving position [01:28].
4. Retighten the screw [01:28].
5. Ensure the screw is moderately tight so you can manually move the pin but it won't slide. You should be able to adjust the eccenter with the key. While adjusting, manually move the pin and see how the upper knife behaves. At the resting position (when the pin is at the sensor), the knife should be at the top most position, and when you move the pin/motor forward, the knife should go down [01:48].
6. Once you find the right eccenter position, retighten the screw with proper force. Make sure the eccenter and pin are snug [02:18].

3. Blade Replacement/Adjustment

1. Release the screw and loosen the ring/spring [02:36].
2. Release the upper knife screw and take it out [02:43].
3. Then you can remove the upper blade [03:00].
4. Remove the right guide [03:06].
5. Pay attention to the carriage. Move it all the way to the left guide. PLEASE DO NOT remove the carriage from the CS, as the bearing balls can fall out [03:19].
6. Remove the screws and slide out the lower blade [03:24].
7. You might need to take out the positioner screws from the old blade and install them in the new blade [03:34].
8. Install the blades in the reverse order. Do not fully tighten the screws yet. You need to have them fairly loose for blade crossing adjustment with the small positioner screws on the lower blade [03:43].
9. Install the upper blade. Pay attention to the PINS and notch [03:56].
10. The upper blade screw should be tightened with proper force; please use a towel to hold the knife when tightening to avoid any possible injury [04:21].
11. Check the "play" and if the blade is moving properly [04:29].

4. Blade Adjustment (Blade Crossing)

1. Correct blade crossing needs to be set up for proper cutting performance and blade lifespan [04:33].
2. For blade adjustment, you need a 0.2-0.3 mm gauge (Fühlerlehre) [04:38].
3. Make sure that the ring is loose [04:46].
4. Move the blade down so that it would be in the lowest position [04:50].
5. With the small positioner screws, adjust the lower blade that on the left side it would be possible to insert the ~0.2 mm gauge. PLEASE MAKE SURE that the bottom blade bigger screws are loose enough to support the skewing [04:53].
6. Retighten the bigger screws, double-check if the gauge fits in. IMPORTANT - the spring should be loose when making this measurement/adjustment [05:28].

5. Blade Height Adjustment

1. Correct blade height adjustment is needed for proper operation. The resting position should be parallel to the metal block [05:43].
2. Release the screw [05:50].
3. Adjust the upper blade to the parallel position [06:03].
4. Retighten the screw and test the blade play [06:09].
5. Retighten the spring ring. Distance should be ~13-17 mm. The smaller the distance, the higher the force to the upper blade [06:17].
6. Check the function over the whole knife width [06:33].

6. Ribbon Shield Adjustment

1. The TTR Shield is a metal part that helps to separate the TTR from Textile. The correct adjustment might differ with different medias [06:49].
2. Position the TTR shield so that it would be as close to the TPH as possible. Reassemble everything [07:33].

7. Reassembling the Unit

1. Reassemble the unit [07:39].
2. Mount the cover [08:22].

8. Cutting Line Adjustment

1. Sometimes you might need to adjust the cut line skew position. To do so, you can use the 4 screws on the base plate of the CS [08:58].
2. By turning these screws, you can adjust the base position how the CS "sits" on the printer [09:02].

9. Cutter Stacker Cleaning

1. It is necessary to regularly clean the machine to have proper print and cut results. For daily used machines, you must clean the printer printhead, platen roller, and the blades at least once a week [09:08].
2. Remove media and first blow the dust and debris with compressed air from the print and cut mechanism [09:12].
3. For printhead and platen cleaning, you can use special wipes soaked in isopropyl alcohol. Alternatively, you can use a lint-free wipe and soak it with isopropyl by yourself [09:23].
4. You might try to clean the TPH without removing the Cutter Stacker unit, however, the quality of such cleaning is limited [09:26].
5. To clean the platen roller, you can take it out [09:36].
6. The best cleaning results you will get when you will remove the CS unit and clean all of the important parts. By having the CS unit removed, you will have good access to them [09:51].
7. You can clean the blades with WD40. If you see dust or other residue on the blades, first use compressed air to blow the debris out and then with WD40 spray on the cloth and wipe the blades. It is not necessary to remove them. When doing this, THE MACHINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS! [10:07].
8. If you experience any issues with textile sticking to the blade, you might consider applying some silicon grease/oil to the blades [10:56].
9. Carefully apply the grease on to the blade. You might consider taking off the safety cover to rub it to the upper blade as well. MACHINE MUST BE UNPLUGGED from the mains [11:06].

10. Lubricating the Joints

1. From time to time, especially when using the machine intensively, you need to lubricate the joints of mechanisms. If the machine is used intensively, you need to lubricate once a month [11:18].
2. Lubricate the indicated joints [11:24], [11:53].

Cutter Stacker does not cut full width. How to fix.

Problem: Cutter stacker does not cut full width any more

Problem example video from customer:

We see that only the left part of the label is cut. Customer is cutting satin textile material. Satin is soft and more demanding material than nylon or paper. From the video it seems that most likelly the issue is worn blades, however before replacing the blades to new or resharpened ones, it is possible to readjust the blade crossing and use the same blades for a while.

The procedure how to adjust the blade crossing is shown visually here: https://youtu.be/Iw-Pmbh38HM?si=dE2QoFDNYI4NXJ9X&t=274 If you are doing this for the first time, please watch the full video before starting to see the generall disassembly/reassembly procedures of the Cutter Stacker unit. 

IMPORTANT:

1. When adjusting blade crossing, the upper blade tension spring must be loose:

2. It is a must to use Feeler Gauge for the correct blade gap measurment/adjustment. Target gap between blades is ~0,2-0,3 mm (making adjustments "from the eye" and/or setting too big blade crossing might result in premature wear of the blades)

3. When measuring the GAP between blades, the upper blade must be on the lowest position and the tip of the upper blade must be pushed/hold towards the lower blade. 

4. The blade crossing/gap between blades adjutment is made by turning the grub screws on the right side of the lower blade. 

5. When adjusting the grub screws please make sure that the blade screws are loose enough to let the blade skewing adjustment. However when blade crossing measurment is made, the lower blade should be stable. 

Another possible cause of not cutting the full width could be the position of upper blade. However this is more applicable in cases when wider labels are cut. The adjustment procedure is shown here: https://youtu.be/Iw-Pmbh38HM?si=tgtKFejhxWmxHhZz&t=344 

How to set up GPIO for AG2000 on a ZX1x00(X)i(+)/GX4x00i

The printer GPIO must be configured to internal 5V configuration. Please see jumper config below:

IMPORTANT: Incorrect (24V GPIO config) will burn the AG2000 control box, so please make sure that 5V is set up.

After setting the correct jumper/voltage config, you need to send a command (click for more info) to the printer to set the printer to the correct applicator mode ^XSET,APPLICATOR,0,1 (command must be sent one time). After factory default the applicator mode is reset and you will need to send it once more. 

When sending the printjobs, please make sure that correct settings are set up in GoLabel/Driver:

1. select option “on” and then “applicator” in the display menu. Lock the function

2. no backfeed (Tearoff/Stop position = 0 mm)

3. applicator mode in printer settings in label software

4. Smartback feed/preprint turned off

At latest FW here how to enable applicator port and start signal

Cutter Stacker Plunger/"Hammer" does not come back to upper position

Problem: Cutter Stacker Plunger/"Hammer" does not come back to the upper position. Most likelly the spring got off. 

To fix this, we need to take off the CS cover

(see in this video 00:10-00:35):

Then you need to "connect" the print to the plunger, see this video:

Spring "disconnected"

Spring "connected"

AG2000 Precision. Application with and without fan

AG2000 is a cost effective fully automatic print&apply solution. AG2000 uses simple approach to address higher line/product speeds. 

Applicator arm, right after the dispensing edge, incorportates a fan to create vacuum and hold the dispensed label straight. The whole idea of this is to have just a little bit of the label left on the dispensing edge (~10-20 mm), the fan is needed to hold the "free" label part straight:

after receiving the trigger signal from photo sensor or PLC, we quickly dispense the rest of the label and it is being "catched" by the moving product and immediately pulled with product speed, while the next label is being printed with printer speed. By these means, we are able to address higher product speed than the printer speed. Disadvantage of this, however, is slightly worse precision of label placement on the product. 

If higher precsion is needed, you can also use the 1 to 1 approach, but in this case, the printer and product speeds must be virtually equal. 

GoDEX label applicator AP200-FB

GoDEX label applicator AP200-FB

Here are different samples of usage:

100mm Round label

Lables for cans: Link Video

: 

Standalone CSV Database in Godex label printer. Remote update

For some working places it is important to have standalone label printing solution and update the information from time to time. All Godex label printers with USB Host interfaces are capable of handling the CSV/DBF Standalone operation. Also it is possible to remotely update the files in the printer if the printer is connected to the network. 

Below is a simple example/tutorial how to set this up.

We have a simple text file (CSV): 

Also we make a simple label in GoLabel2 that includes information from the CSV Database: 

When we create the file in GoLabel 2, we select Download label to the printer (or USB, if desired), select AUTOFR and Automatic quantity 1:

And load the files to the printer, restart the printer and test the file. 

To update the files in the printer, you first need to get out of the AUTOFR, to do that, the easiest way is to select "Advanced->Exit AutoFR" in GoLabel 2:

One label will be printed and it will get back to Ready Screen (you should be using AUTOFR to get back to Ready, if you entered the Standalone via "Recall label", it will return to select label screen). 

Once in Ready Mode, delete the needed files first

And then, reconnect to the modified DB and load the files to the printer. After the files are loaded, select "Restart Printer". It will reboot back into the AUTOFR:

Shrink tube printer. Printing shrink tubes on Godex RT200

You can easily print shrink tubes on your Godex printer. 

We install the shrink tube roll and resin ribbon inside the printer and make calibration. In this particular example, we use 25 mm wide shrink tube. In case you would require to print narrower tubes, we can offer you special adapters to accomodate narrower media, also it is possible to have few rows at the same time. 

Then make in GoLabel a label format (select continues media type)

Temperature/Speed settings you must fine tune to get the best results:

Shrink tube on USB B plug: 

Please apply to your local Godex dealer for more information. 

How to print only second transparent label without blackmark with label printer GoDEX ZX1300i with ultrasonic sensor

How to print only second transparent label without blackmark with label printer GoDEX ZX1300i with ultrasonic sensor 

Task: On roll are two labels froth and back for bottle. Only on second label need to be printed expired date.

Procedure for prepare printer for this kind of media :

There is  three parts of calibration J

First you need to calibrate material with ultrasonic sensor . First you make position on gap and then on label. Here is Article and video to explain this: Godex Knowledge Base - How to install und calibration make on Ultra sonic sensor on ZX1000i GoDEX printer

Second part Is to press calibration button from back (position of sensor need to be at middle of label so he see 32mm gap).

Then with feed button you make position to first label and then you send commands to printer

^XSET,ACROSSGAP,1

^Q156,32

^SJ2

^SB2

^SF2

Function acrossgap have ability to see several labels like one (to ignore gap between).

In this case one label is 49mm seconf 75 and gap 32 wich make 156mm

So we send ^Q156,32

In Golabel then you make lanel 80mmx156mm with 32 mm gap and printer is ready to print. Precison on 156 mm long label cca 1mm.

Standalone example with graphic icons on GoDEX GX4000i label printer 

Standalone example with graphic icons on GoDEX GX4000i label printer 

If you need something similar we can make for your custom app for standalone mode at big display in colour.

How to send EZPL from Simens S7 1200 PLC to Godex printer

How to send EZPL from Simens S7 1200 PLC to Godex printer

After design label in Golabel2 export EZPL code.

Then at PLC software add this string but between each row need to add carrage return and line feed characters.

In this case: $R and $L

How to with new print job cancel current print job using GoDEX driver

How to with new print job cancel current print job using GoDEX driver

Add command ~S,BUFCLR at start of every print job . This how when you send new printjob it will stop current print job and start new one.

Video example using Nicelabel and MX30+ GoDEX printer:

Just set printer to :^XSET,TOPOFFORM,3 so when next printjob is comming not to feed one label.

How to use GoDEX Linerless printer DT4L with web platform www.shipmondo.com

How to use GoDEX Linerless printer DT4L with web platform www.shipmondo.com

Install: GZPL Driver 2024.3

Setup driver: 

Driver setup- continious variable length

Customer can import driver settings: Link

Send via driver commands: 

^XSET,LOCKCMD,00000000

^Q200,0,0

^XSET,REALLENGHTPRINT,1

^D1

^E35

^XSET,LOCKCMD,00440000

At  Shipmondo Print Client select printer DT4L EZPL

Select 10x19 paper size (printer will automaticly make bigger or smaller labeldepending on content).

Here is ZPL file if someone need for diagnostic.Link

Here is video of test:

How to make 3 keyboard input first time and second time only third variable enter- Standalone mode

Standalone mode with GoDEX printer - How to make 3 keyboard input first time and second time only third variable to enter

Link for example label:LINK

Video tutorial:

Print results:

Most important taht you select which input variable will be set to one time ask for value,

adn for which always.

And to setup after label is printed to go back to enmter new variable.

Godex Pro Series

How to use big roll on ZX1000i Pro - up to 300mm diameter

How to use big roll on ZX1000i Pro - up to 300mm diameter

We have develop new accessories that can be installed in any ZX1000i series printer .

With it it is possible to use up to 300mm diameter roll.

Part No.:    ZX-HEAVY-ROLL-HOLDER

How to peel-off small label from 10mm high at GoDEX printers ZX1000i Pro and GX4000i Pro

How to peel-off small label  from 10mm high at GoDEX printers ZX1000i Pro and GX4000i Pro

pn: 031-Z2i005-SMALL

This is  modification of peel holer mask which mount at front of printer.

 Customer can buy it with standard peel-off and swich just sensor between.

Position of sensor is same like of starndard peel-off - biut on request can be moved to right side.

How to use peel-off Godex printer port like triger button from PLC

How to use peel-off Godex printer port like triger button from PLC - in this example it is RT730i Pro

In thsi case we will use black and white wires from peel off port.

You need fro getting good RTC with pee-off to send command: ^XSETRTC,APPLYCURRENT,1

After printer is power on and before send printjob those two wires need one time short to connect - look video.

In this way customer can for example recall label from LCD or also remotly via LAN but

 PLC will control when some label need to be printed.This is using when printer does not have GPIO - applicator port.

How to set label with TTF (True type Font) in standalone with French language or any other at Godex printers

How to set label with TTF (True type Font) in standalone with Franch language or any other at Godex printers

First during label design it is important to uncheck UTF 8 Encoding at PrinterText

Then you can download TTF and Code page . For French Code 850 will work good.

Then you need to set keyboard - even from LCD or with commands

French special characters on QWERTY keyboard: 2-é; 7-è; 9-ç; 0-à; Shift+Ü+O= Ö 

How to solve the problem if the plastic case of the peel-off sensor fall down on a GoDEX EZ2350i printer?

How to solve the problem if the plastic case of the peel-off sensor fall down on a GoDEX EZ2350i printer?

Here is sample of fixed case for peel -off sensor

Item number: 700-036000-3D

Description: Fixed housing peel-off sensor (EZ2X50i)

How to setup RFID - UHF setup at GoDEX GX4000i Pro

How to setup RFID - UHF setup  at GoDEX GX4000i Pro 

After instaling internal antenna and RFID modul start GoTool with RFID pre- set command.

Press next buttons:

1. RFID Profile Europe
2. Enable RFID Anetnna 
3. For shorter label then 70mm long start mode 0 calibration
   power and position
4. For Long label for example 150mm long you can try mode1 or mode 2
   which are quicker mode for longer label 

Then Start Golabel2 RFID and select RFID printer tool

With this tool customer can find position and power for RFID label - RFID Calibration button.

Then if customer want to check if calibration is good and not  to lost label he can press button
"Retry timer test" and customer can define with how many labels he wnat to make it.
For example with 10 labels or 40 labels. So on those labels nothing will be printed but it will be encoding testen.

At end to get results of "Retry timer test" customer need to press button "Getting retry timer test result"
where will be show errors during encode test - or no errors like on picture above.

At label setup cutomer can set to use current setup of printer for RFID power and position or to use the one that are set in label

For printing from database heer is one example. For example customer can write in one colum 24 characters 
and connect database to label.

Then at RFID command editor setup 

How to use value of one counter to different labels in stand alone mode at Godex label printers with LCD

How to use value of one counter to different labels in stand alone mode at Godex label printers with LCD

This is not possible when customer is printing from Golabel but if they print in stand alone mode this is possible.

It is because each counter has hidden file inside printer memory. With command:  ~L,SERIAL,name,data customer can setup

new counter file and setup start value. You can use same counter file for different labels this how this customer request can work.

Off course customer need to have Godex printer with LCD.

Here is example with 3 different counter in one label:

 First step is to downlaod all 3 hiden files for counters in printer.

~L,SERIAL,first,12366

~L,SERIAL,second,12367

~L,SERIAL,third,12368

Second (i test on label 100x100):

^Q100,3

^W100

^H5

^P3

^S2

^AT

^C1

^R0

~Q+0

^O0

^D0

^E16

~R200

^XSET,ROTATION,0

^L

Dy2-me-dd

Th:m:s

C0,12357,+3,Prompt

C1,12358,+3,Prompt

C2,12359,+3,Prompt

BA3,55,100,2,5,40,0,0,20^C0

BA3,376,100,2,5,40,0,0,20^C1

BA3,698,100,2,5,40,0,0,20^C2

AC,51,27,1,1,0,0,(J-) M38427  EG013

AC,372,28,1,1,0,0,(J-) M8421  EK019

AC,695,27,1,1,0,0,(J-) M58421  EK014

C#0,first,+3,0

AC,54,63,1,1,0,0,20^C0

C#1,second,+3,0

AC,374,65,1,1,0,0,20 ^C1

C#2,third,+3,0

AC,698,65,1,1,0,0,20 ^C2

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How to force enter the printer FW Download Mode

Here are steps:

1. 
   1. Turn off printer
   2. open printhead
   3. press and hold feed button
   4. power up the printer while holding the feed button pressed
   5. at LCD will written DL mode - then release feed button
   6. Open GoUpdate (or use FW download tool) and printer will be recognize over USB like Barcode Printer 00000000
   7. Download FW and restart printer
2. Also it is possible access printer after putinhg himn at Force DL mode with GoUpdate
   Printer will be recognised like 00000.
   Then you can download printer FW, config file, LCD FW, LCD image.
3. 

How to upgrade Firmware on BT/WiFi Combo ESP32

How to upgrade Firmware on BT/WiFi Combo ESP32 

ESP32 WiFi Combo Firmware update process

Printer should be connected to the network over WiFi and you need the IP address that this printer gets from network. This IP you can find from Self-test page or from GoDoctor for example. Then you need to enter this IP in web browser and you will get the screen like below. 

There you have two Buttons. “ WiFi” and “ OTA”. This second one “ OTA” is used for FW upgrade. When you click on this button you will get something like on the screen below:

Below the button „ OTA Upgrade” you can see the actual FW version under the “AT Core Version”. In this example it is 2.5.0.0

For FW upgrade you need to select the location of the file with the newest firmware with button “ Browse” and after that click on OTA upgrade. After the upgrade is finish you will get the message on the screen.

After that you need to restart the printer, let the printer connect again to the network. When you again type the IP adress in browser, you ill get the new design of the OTA screen, which is updated with the new functionalities like on the picture below

For any future FW upgrade you will just need to choos from drop down menu “ota” and to do the same with the newer Firmware, if any….

How to Force enter LCD FW Download Mode on 2.4" LCD's with physical buttons to update LCD FW and images

In some cases when LCD is not functioning alright or when upgrading from old printer FW versions to newest ones, sometimes you might need to update the LCD FW & Grapichs as well. 

To enter LCD Download Mode on Godex label printer with physical navigation buttons do the following:

1.power off printer

2. press and hold the arrow pointing up button 

3. while holding the "up" button, power on printer

4. LCD will start flashing, release the button

5. Connect the printer with USB to a Windows PC and run 

Click LCD F/W under Firmware Update:

Select the LCD FW bin file update will start after you press “Open” 

While updating the LCD FW, the printer will beep few times, after LCD FW download finishes and it shows „Ready“ on Printer LCD, please select Update Graphic button 

and select LCD images bin file, the download will start after you press „Open“.

NOTE: LCD image download will take around 10-15 minutes, do not disconnect any cables or turn off your device until it finishes & printer LCD shows „Ready“. 

How to use color tube sensor with GTL100 and ATF4

How to use color tube sensor with GTL100 and ATF4

How to setup solution:

Make position to 0,2 (how long tube will get instide applicator- this is also define position of label on tube which will be applied)

Make calibration of colors  - 4 time (or more)each color and at end save file and clear results (if error ocure start again):

Make and define max 8 colors - each color one number (it need 4 time to make calibration - if does not success need to repeat)

With latest FW it is possible with commands to set color sensor values:

^XSET,TUBE,COLORTABLE,1,160,170,2,8
^XSET,TUBE,COLORTABLE,7,180,187,7,14
^XSET,TUBE,COLORTABLE,6,209,219,6,13
^XSET,TUBE,COLORTABLE,2,194,201,18,25
^XSET,TUBE,COLORTABLE,3,299,330,0,5
^XSET,TUBE,COLORTABLE,5,171,178,12,19
^XSET,TUBE,COLORTABLE,4,40,60,2,9

Here is how applicator on GTL100 is set

Here how it look like gray and white color tubes:

Tube1: 180 187 007 014  white
Tube2: 194 201 018 025  blue
Tube3: 299 330 000 005  red
Tube4: 040 060 002 009 gold
Tube5: 171 178 012 019  green
Tube6: 209 219 006 013  purpple
Tube7: 160 170 002 008  gray

Example of print job:

^XSET,MEMORY,2
~MDELF,6_purple
^F6_purple
^XSETCUT,DOUBLECUT,0
^Q30,3
^W50
^H8
^PA1
^S5
^AD
^C1
^R0
~Q+0
^O0
^D0
^E12
~R255
^L
Dy2-me-dd
Th:m:s
BQ,35,45,2,5,110,0,0,Z23101200013211
AB,393,21,2,2,0,1,Z231012
AB,357,17,2,2,0,1,00013211
AC,35,162,1,1,0,0E,Test Fred 
AC,23,11,1,1,0,0E,EDTA
AA,42,190,2,2,0,0E,02/01/1999
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How to use GTL100 with ATF80 - tube applicator

How to use GTL100 with ATF80 - tube applicator 

Inside ATF80 we are putting tubs without first label.

New options at Golabel 2

New options at Golabel 2

Change the "GS1 Format" text in the QRcode object to "GS1 QR Code" 

Add the GS1 Digital Link QR code function

Add GS1 Digital Link DataMatrix function

4. Add the "Get AI data from Digital Link" function in [Windows Text], [Text Box], [Wrap Text]

Added [Printer Text] and [Variable] functions of [Automatic Wrap] and [Automatically Adjust Text Size] - need to use FW after 02/02/2024

 Added the customizable function of [Delimiter] when linking Text files in [Database]

Added the function of [custom button]

Select [Customize] and [Button Edit].  Then Set the [Number of Buttons] and fill in the [Display Text] and [Execution Command] in the button paging.

Then you will create additional button

Add logo at QR barcode

Export / Import variable settings

Automatic dedicate input from scale to variable

Also you  cut parts that you need

Change collor when many labels are open so that user now which is currently open:

How to integrate GoDEX printer with SAP

How to integrate GoDEX printer with SAP - EZ6250i in this case

Task is that SAP is making PDF which will be printed from SAP without download it.

On Server install GoDEX driver and set  at Print Managment Set ddriver Isolation to Isolated

At SAP application side set IP adress and Device ZPL 300 for PDF only

Customer create PDF in SAP and print .

How to use images from database at GoLabel

How to use images from database at GoLabel

Create excel for example where for images you will define URL
For example: C:\Users\GPlaninac\Downloads\Pictures from Database-20240617T121830Z-001\Pictures from Database\Pictures\Aries.bmp

Then connect label with database.

Then from Golabel add picture from database

How to print in stand alone mode Arabic letters on GoDEX printers

How to print in stand alone mode Arabic letters on GoDEX printers

Download to printer True Type Fonts which support Arabic and code page for Arabic from Golabel - Printer Text:

Add Arabic text

Download it to printer and then you can recall it:

How to use DirectPDF print and Godex Pro printers series

How to use DirectPDF print and Godex Pro printers series

If customer want to use Android OS and his own app we are providing SDK for DirectPDF print

Print PDF by Using Android SDK:

Customers can develop their own applications to print PDF files using the Android SDK in several ways:

1.     Using the SDK's printPDF function:

o    The printPDF function converts the PDF into an image and prints it using the image print command (Q command), adding ^L and E before and after sending the command.

o    Ensure the label size (^Q command) is set appropriately for the PDF.

Result: Prints the PDF file located at filePath with a DPI of 203 and a width of 54mm, with no image dithering.

2.     Using the SDK's putImage function:

o    The putImage function converts the image and sends it using the image print command (Q command).

o    Ensure the label size (^Q command) and manually add ^L and E before and after the image command.

Result: Prints the bitmap image at the label position (0, 0).

3.     Using the writeByte function (for Pro models only):

o    Pro models can directly parse and print PDF files.

o    Developers can read the PDF file into a byte array and send it directly using this function.

Result: Prints the original size of the PDF file.

All three methods have implementation examples in the Tool.java of the SampleCode. Developers can refer to these examples and choose the method that best suits their application design needs.

New dithering option at printPDF function.

To dowload SDK for Android got to our download section

For testing customer can use GoTools for  Android and  IOS. For Windows GoDoctor. Just use function send file. 

For Linux customer can refer to Article :Godex Knowledge Base - How to print at from Linux to GoDEX printer with EZPL code without driver

just instead of EZPL file to send pdf file over USB, IP ...

Here is Demo software GoMate which demonstarte over FTP how to print PDF directly to Pro printer: LINK

First step is to connect printer via WIFI or LAN.

Then use this IP adress and username : admin password is:1111  , to connect over FTP. Please enter Folder Path /PDF

Then in Setings you define lookup folder in which customer can download PDF and it will automaticly print.

For this program we thanks our colleague Henning. Customer, integrator can make his own program. 

How to use LCD counter on GoDEX label printer with Nicelabel and CodeSoft programs

How to use LCD counter on GoDEX label printer with Nicelabel and CodeSoft programs

At CodeSoft you need to put qty at this field : copy of each page (like on picture below).

For Nicelabel you need to go to Document Properties:

On the printer LCD  you can see numbers descending.

New option at Golabel2 01/08/2024 version 2.1.2a

New option at Golabel2 

At Text box theer is new feature Truncate:

*   If the image data recorded in the database has only the file name w/o the directory. Golabel II will access the image file which locates in the same directory as the database.

*   New AIs (Application Identifiers) 242, 243

*At counter to set value from variable or database. Also min and max value.

*In Calculation add variable from database

1.  *   Enable software-defined printing quantities per record in [Print Quantity] and [Cut Quantity] during database printing (previously only supported copy quantity).

*At Printer TEXT add aligment function

How to check status of printer or download FW from Linux to Godex label Printers - use Linux GoDEX Terminal

How to check status of printer or download FW from Linux to Godex label Printers

Download Linux Terminal for Godex label printers:LINK

Linux GoDEX Terminal

How to setup barcode central align in standalone mode with Godex printer

How to setup barcode central align in standalone mode with Godex printer

How can Golabel work on Linux UBUNTU

How can Golabel work on Linux UBUNTU

Here is playlist with step by step: LINK

Transcript

01 Vor der Installation
System Update: 
$ sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade -y

02 Wine installieren
$ sudo apt-get install wine

03 Wine konfigurieren
$ sudo winecfg

04 Paketquellen für Wine im System hinterlegen
$ wget https://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/Release.key
$ sudo apt-key add Release.key
$ sudo apt-add-repository 'http://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/ubuntu/'
$ sudo apt-get update

05 64bit Rechnerstruktur (i386) hinzufügen
$ sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386

06 Hilfsprogramme "PlayOnLinux" und "winetricks" installieren
$ sudo apt install winetricks
$ sudo apt install playonlinux

07 Abhängigkeiten mit Hilfe von winetricks installieren
$ winetricks 
> im neuen Fenster "Ein Programm installieren" auswählen
> Paket zur Installation auswählen: MS Visual C++ 2008.
Die Windows Installation von Visual C++ 2008 starten.
> Dieser Vorgang kann etwas Zeit in Anspruch nehmen.
08 ".NET" Pakete installieren
$ winetricks
> "Programm installieren" auswählen
> nächstes Fenster (Paketauswahl) abbrechen
> und im nächsten Schritt "Run an executable (.exe/.msi)" auswählen und mit einem Klick auf OK ausführen.
> Öffnen des Verzeichnis "vcredist_x86" im zuvor entpackten GoLabel Ordner.
> Mit Doppelklick Datei "vcredist_x86.exe" um Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Setup ausführen.   
> Erneut "Run an executable (.exe/.msi)" auswählen und mit einem Klick auf OK ausführen.
> Die Datei "dotNetFx40_Full_x86_x64.exe" im gleichnamigen Verzeichnis mit einem Doppelklick ausführen.
> Sofern nicht schon installiert startet jetzt die Windowsinstallation den .Net 4.0 Frameworks.

08 GoLabel  installieren
$ winetricks
> "Programm installieren" auswählen
> nächstes Fenster (Paketauswahl) abbrechen
> und im nächsten Schritt "Run an executable (.exe/.msi)" auswählen und mit einem Klick auf OK ausführen.
> Öffnen der Datei "setup.exe" im zugehörigen Ordner GoLabel_II_V2.1.2b mit einem Doppelklick
> Windows Installation von GoLabel II startet nun und das Programm winetricks kann mit einem Klick auf abbrechen nun geschlossen werden.

09 GoLabel II starten
> Doppelklick auf das neue Desktop-Icon GoLabelII.

10 Einen Test starten.

11 Anhang

> Wine kann eine echte Tüftelei ausarten, auch wenn man 
> in die Wine-Trickkiste greift oder sich Hilfe von
> PlayOnlinux holt. Unter dem Namen „Crossover“ gibt es
> auch eine kommerzielle Version von wine, die einige 
> gängige Windows-Programme von vornherein ausführen kann 
> und Hersteller-Support hat. Wenn Sie Office, Adobe und Co. 
> unter Linux ausführen wollen, sollten Sie trotzdem prüfen, 
> ob nicht eine Virtualisierung (z.B. mit VirtaulBox) die bessere 
> Option ist.

How to print Polisch characters from database at GoDEX label printer

How to print Polisch characters from database at GoDEX label printer

For example database lool like 

Connect Goabel with database

Select search field for database

Export to dbf database. Disconnect connection with excel and make new connection with dbf database.

At label side for text select Printer Text field and download TTF . For example Ariel and code page .

It is important to select UTF8

Then you can send commands to printer:

^XSET,KEYBOARD,15
^XSET,CODEPAGE,15
^XSET,LANGUAGE,8

Video:

How to create Agriculture labels in GoLabel for GoDEX label printers

How to create Agriculture labels in GoLabel for GoDEX label printers

Here is example of  Agriculture label and which measure need to be taken. Also sensor need to be set to hole on left side.

For label size take full size of label. Example in attach.

Example for Golabel:

How to create in GoLabel software GS128 barcode with variable

How to create in GoLabel software GS128 barcode with variable

In short : First you create GS128 with fix data and then you enter variable.

For variable you need to format them for max characters like GS128 standard is asking for this particular variable.

Video tutorial

Link for test label: LINK

How to add in GS128 barcode exp date with 10days offset.

LINK for label sample: LINK

How to create GS1 DataMatrix barcode in Golabel

How to create GS1 DataMatrix barcode in Golabel

Here is video tutorial:

After checking box GS1 DtaMatrix it will automaticly add not printable character ~1  .

Link for Label example: LINK

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How to create SSCC with custom format human readable under barode numbers and to use same value for text object

How to create SSCC with custom format human readable under barode numbers and to use same value for text object

What is SSCC?

The format of the SSCC is as follows:

The Extension Digit can have any value from 0 to 9 and is used to increase the numbering capacity. Its use is at the discretion of the company allocating the SSCC.

The GS1 Company Prefix (GCP) is allocated by GS1 Member Organisations to the company that allocates the SSCC - here the physical builder or the brand owner of the logistic unit. It makes the SSCC unique worldwide but does not identify the origin of the unit. The length of a GS1 Company Prefix depends on each GS1 Member Organisation's policy on number allocation.

The Serial Reference is a serial number created by the company allocating the SSCC. The simplest way to allocate the serial number is sequentially, for example ….00000, …00001, …00002.

The Check Digit is calculated using the algorithm defined by GS1. [GENSPECS, 7.9.1], also see [CHECK] for a calculator.

 More info look below at GS1 website.

GS1 Logistic Label Guideline | GS1

Here is label made in Golabel2 with custom format numbers (numbers are devided with spaces) using

Windows Text box and function:"Insert Object Value "

Link for example of label: LINK

Here is video with explenation:

Difference how to use driver settings between GoLabel and GolabelPDF

Difference how to use driver settings between GoLabel and GolabelPDF

If customer want to set in driver additional commands for example in below 4 cases:

Of course commands can be different depending of customers need.

Here is URL in driver how to come to Advanced options:

To be able to use this option customer need to use GolabelPDF and not GoLabel.

Here is the logic:

1. Using the Driver as a “channel”, send .prn data to a printer. Under this method, any setting in the Driver will not apply.
2. Using the Driver as a “converter”, let the driver convert image file into . prn and then to a printer.

How to setup at GoDEX MX30+ Standalone Search/ Recall Functionusing Android GoAPP

How to setup at GoDEX MX30+ Standalone Search/ Recall  Function using Android GoAPP

Link for label and excel example: LINK

At GoAPP setup recall funkcion like this:

Video tutorial (made by Benjamin Sneikus):

1. Open the GoLabel software and navigate to Database > Connect Database [00:11].
2. In the "Connect Database" window, under the "New Connect" tab, click the plus icon to add a new connection [00:13].
3. Select Excel from the database type options [00:25].
4. Browse and select the desired Excel file (e.g., "SEARCH_DB_TEST.xlsx") and click Open [00:28].
5. Click OK to convert the Excel file to a DBF file [00:36].
6. Go to the DataTable tab. The data from the Excel file will be displayed [00:40].
7. Click the save icon to save the connected database [00:44].
8. Choose a name for the DBF file (e.g., "SEARCH_NEW") and click Save [00:50]. Confirm overwrite if prompted [00:54].
9. Click OK to connect the DBF file [00:58].
10. Go to the Standalone Setup tab and enable the "Enable Standalone Database Search Function" option [01:32].
11. Click OK to download the current label to the printer [01:37].
12. In the "Download to Printer" window, click Start Download [01:42].
13. Enter a name for the label file (e.g., "SEARCH_DB_FUNCTION") and click OK [01:53].
14. Click OK in the "Variable Table Edit" window [02:02].
15. Click Start Download again and then OK once the download is complete [02:07].
16. On the GoApp, connect to the GoDEX MX30+ printer via Bluetooth [02:13] and select the connected printer [02:21].
17. Tap on Recall Label [02:25] and select the downloaded label file (e.g., "SEARCH_DB_FUNCTION.lbl") [02:27].
18. Tap on the Database option [02:36].
19. Enter the search key (e.g., "1") and tap OK [02:47].
20. Tap SEND to print the label corresponding to the search key [02:52]. The printer will print the label with the data from the first row [02:53].
21. To search for another entry, go back to the Database option [02:59].
22. Enter a different search key (e.g., "4") and tap OK [03:05].
23. Tap SEND [03:09]. The printer will now print the label with the data from the fourth row [03:11].

How to communicate with GoDEX printers using MQTT

This guide provides information about how to communicate with GoDEX printers using MQTT.

It is intended for software integrators and developers who want to write applications that will use MQTT to interact with GoDEX Pro series printers. 

Our Pro series support MQTT commands. Users can make their software to communicate with our printers via MQTT  protocol.

However, the following conditions and actions are required:

1.       Requires an MQTT Server

2.       Use the attached GoMQTT setup printers to connect to the MQTT server

3.       The user’s software must also connect to the same MQTT server.

4.       User’s software needs to communicate with the printer in the attached JSON format.

Here developers and integrators can download GoMQTT setup printers and API: LINK

How to use GoDEX printer to print on ARM devices through server

How to use GoDEX printer to print on ARM devices through server

Instruction：PaperCut Mobility Print software

1.         Download “PaperCut MF Mobility Print” at “papercut.com”, then choose your server platform 

2.         
Install the application” pc-mobility-print”.
Create your account and login on the browser.

3.         

After logging in, you’ll see the server configuration. Click on the “Select printers” to choose your printer.

4.         

Set the Publish “ON” for your printer, which is “Godex RT730i” here.

5.         
Select your “Discovery options”

6.         
Choose “Local Subnet(mDNS)”

7.         
Take Windows OS for example, please click the "Client Setup" link below the Windows icon.

8.         
Follow the instructions and download “Mobility Print”.

9.         

Choose your printer, which is “GoDex RT730i [Your PC name]” here, then complete the installation.

10.     
Go to setting -> Bluetooth and Device -> Printer and Scanner, you will see “GoDex RT730i [Your PC name](Mobility) on the list.

11.     

Connect your device to the same internet to print via server.

12.     
For other OS, choose your system and follow the instructions at the bottom of the home page.

How to setup wifi and make diagnostik from MAC OS using USB connection to Godex printer - GoTermi software

How to setup wifi and make diagnostik from MAC OS using USB connection to Godex printer - GoTermi software

GoTermi software is conneting automatically via USB to GoDEX printer: LINK

You can send command to printer, send file, check status or  setup wifi.

Ad Advance button customer can checkcurrent wifi settings and security.

How to reprint last label on GoDEX labels printers

How to reprint last label on GoDEX labels printers

Here are two examples for ZX1000i+ model:

First example using option at LCD: On LCD select TEST

And then you can select - Print last label:

Second example using GPIO.

On ZX1000i+ series customers can use applicator port - GPIO

For example:  Customer send print job and then customer want to reprint last printed label connecting pin 6 and pin 1 at applicator port
 – this is working on ZX1000i+ when ^O0 is set for Mode1  and only work when ^O2 is set for Mode2.

How to take screenshots of the menu in GX printers

1. Please connect your printer via USB to the PC
2. Download the following files and send Firmware V4.110c https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b3ioi3i0q8jbaiuknjhmp/AFLUQv4oXjUqYcrtVsJLw78?rlkey=hw77zhzn2b9v871h4szrfcxum&dl=0
3. Open Storage Mode and enable "mass storage": https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/l6bxx9fi8urw27qdh9dl9/LCDStorageTool_V1.0.zip?rlkey=oqhysiu5t9iisegbf52tt2mz6&dl=0
4. 
5. Now Windows will show you the SD-Card Content
6. Please move the LCD FW into the LCD FW folder on the SD-Card
7. Disable mass storage
8. Send the following command to the Printer "~LCD,SCREENSHOT,1" - you can use GoDoctor -> "Command Mode" https://godex.s3-accelerate.amazonaws.com/CZ6O6z9E6VxrSczRiiwN8w.file?v01
9. The printer is now ready to create screenshots. Press the Feed Button for creating a screenshot. It will be saved on the SD-Card after you enabled the mass storage again
10. 

All steps you can see in the following video:

How to design configure and print label on MAC with GoDEX label printers

How to design configure and print label on MAC with GoDEX label printers

For models DT4x, BP41, BP4x please download FW 1.140 to printer: LINK

Customer can download FW at MAC using GoTermi: LINK

After downlaoding FW please send next command using GoTermi:

^XSET,USBSPEED,0

Then customer can chose if they want to print from PDF or any text editor they can install driver at MAC: LINK

If customer want to edit and print label at MAC he can use GoEdit (not possible if MAC have Intel processor): LINK

You can join the club of happy customer filling next form:

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How to solve manual labelling after cutting boards and problems with part identification with GoDEX printers

Solution: Barbaric LPS - Labeling Printer Solution

The Labeling Printer LPS perfectly completes Barbaric's range of products in the field of panel handling and offers an optimal extension of our storage or feeding systems for part cutting. With this unit, boards can be labelled even before they are cut to size.

Be inovate, be persisit, be yours - GoDEX Team.