Introduction

This procedure will go over how to unpack and set up the HTS400 and the Wireless Data Matrix Scanner. 

To the left is a video showing how to unpack and set up the HTS400. Below is written instructions with illustrations showing the process. 

At the bottom of the page is a video showing how to install the Wireless Data Matrix Scanner and the hardware requirements for the scanner. 

Opening the Crate:

Remove the side screws on each side of the crate to lift the wood walls and lid off.  Remove the spindle box components.

Remove Shipping Brackets:

Remove the shipping brackets shown in red.

Build and Level Cabinet:

Build the cabinet using the instructions provided.

Once the cabinet is built, level the cabinet using a precision bubble level.

Lift the Machine:

Thread the lifting handles into the machine to lift the device and place it on the cabinet.

CAUTION: The unit is heavy (199lbs / 90Kg) and requires two people to lift it.

Unlock the Axes:

Important: The following steps must be done in order.  If you do step C before B the wire of the counterbalance will come off the pulley.

STEP A: Remove the X-axis locking bracket.

STEP B: Remove the counterweight locking hex bolt.

STEP C: Remove the Z-axis locking bar before moving the axes.

Install the caps on the lifting plugs.

Level The Machine:

Level the machine by using a precision bubble level.  If any adjustments are needed use the legs of the cabinet to do so.

Electrical Connections:

Plug the power plug into the left side of the unit.  The mouse provided has already been pre-installed.  The DYMO printer must be plugged into the USB hub on the monitor.  Once completed, power up the machine.

Tool Sleeve Installation:

• Clean the spindle face and taper.
• Install the needed bearing on top of the spindle face.
• Install the tool sleeve.
  Note:  The tool sleeve should slide in smoothly do not force it.

• Upon startup, you will be prompted to calibrate the X & Z axis.
• Unlock Axis Locks [1,2].
• Move Z & X Axis up and down and side to side until the flashing red lines in the axis readouts turn green.
• Click OK to clear the message

• Open the system settings window, identified by an icon of two gears. 
• Open System Parameters

• Set Printer Label to the model that is connected.
  • DYMO LabelWritter 450 or DYMO LabelWritter 550 are the printers that are shipped with the HTS 400.
• Set Printer A4 to PDFCreator
• You may change this setting to accommodate a paper printer should you choose to connect one.

Note: Two sizes of labels are shipped with the HTS400. Be sure to use the labels that are 1-4/10" x 3-1/2" and DYMO Item # 30321. This will be listed on the back of the label. The other set of labels will be smaller, and if they are used, the information will not be correctly printed. 

Information about replacement labels can be found at 4.1 HTS400 - Maintenance. 

• In the same window, set the current date and time.
• In the dropdown, change the system language if needed.
• Close Settings to save changes

This procedure outlines how to assemble the HTS400 Base Cabinet.

Hardware in kit:

• (20) Screws
• (20) Washers
• (4) Leveling Glide
• (4) Shelf Clips

Attach the cabinet side panels [1] to the base [2] using (6) screws and (6) washers.

Attach the back panel [1] using the (8) screws and (8) washers provided.

Attach the (4) leveling glides [2] on the base of the cabinet.

Place the table top [1] on the cabinet assembly using the (6) screws and (6) washers [2] provided.

Install the (4) shelf clips given and place the shelf [1] in the base cabinet assembly.

Download the zip file and extract the files. 

Note: There are two files .INF and .agg. 

.agg is used for updating the tool presetters software and .INF is used for updating the printer's drivers.  

Load each file onto a separate USB stick with no other files. 

For this procedure, you will need to be logged into the service mode of the HTS400. To do this, press the setting button at the top of the HTS400 [1], then press the button “Login” [2] and use the password “233935”.

If the button says “Logout,” press it to log out, then press it again to log in using the password “233935”. This verifies that the correct mode is active. 

If this procedure is being done without a keyboard, double click on the password's text box to bring up an on-screen keyboard. 

Click on the Settings button [1] on the presetter main screen. Then select System Parameters [2]

Within settings and system parameters, ensure the protection is disabled. Check the protection button [1]. 

If protections are disabled, the button will say “ENABLE Protection?” and you should proceed.

If protections are enabled, the button will say “DISABLE Protection?” click on the button and confirm this choice. The system will need to reboot to apply this. If you do this, restart this step to verify that protections have been disabled. 

Press the update software button [1] at the top of the page. 

Press .agg [2] button on the pop up menu. 

 Note: Once the button is pressed, a 60 second timer will start. If the USB stick is not inserted in that time, the update will be aborted, and this step will need to be restarted. 

Insert a USB drive with only the .agg file and nothing else. 

Important: The USB stick must be plugged in after the update button has been pressed and the countdown has started. If the USB stick is plugged in before, it will not be detected, the update will fail, and the error message "USB key has not been detected!” will be generated. 

Warning: If any other file is on the USB stick, the update will fail.

While the installation is in progress, the machine will display [1] "Installation in progress. Please Wait" 

Once the update is complete, the HTS400 will automatically restart.

Verify that you are still logged in using the service password. See step 2. 

Once the HTS400 finishes powering up, click the SOFTWARE UPDATE button [1] on the presetter main screen. 

Press .INF [2] button on the pop up menu.

 Note: Once the button is pressed, a 60 second timer will start. If the USB stick is not inserted in that time, the update will be aborted, and this step will need to be restarted. 

Insert a USB drive with only the .INF file and nothing else.

Warning: If any other file is on the USB stick, the update will fail. 

While the installation is in progress, the machine will display [1] "Installation in progress. Please Wait". 

The HTS400 will display a message indicating it is complete. If a message appears, press "OK" [2] to clear the message. 

If HTS400 is connected to Wifi and a keyboard is connected to the HTS400, the DYMO software can be downloaded directly to the unit. Press the Windows key on the keyboard to open the windows start menu. Then open an internet browser. 

In the browser, go to the DYMO Compatibility Chart and download DYMO Connect v1.4.3. 

If Wifi or a keyboard is not available. Go to a separate computer, go to the DYMO Compatibility Chart, and download the DYMO software. The HTS400 uses Windows 10 as its operating system, so select DYMO connect v1.4.3.

Once the exe file has been downloaded, transfer it to a USB drive. 

If the Keyboard and WIFI are not available

Insert the USB stick with the DYMO exe file into the HTS400. This will open file explorer. Double click on the exe file to run it. You will be prompted on where to install the DYMO software, use the default location, and note it down.

During the installation process, the HTS400 will need to reboot. After the reboot has been completed, do not immediately restart the DYMO software. First, plug the DYMO printer into the HTS400. Then make sure you are still logged in to the HTS400 with the service password. See step 2. If the button says “Login, " you need to log in using the password “233935”. If the button says “Logout,” no action is required.

Reinsert the USB stick into the HTS400 to pull up file explorer. Then, double click on the exe file to run it and finish the installation. 

When the installation finishes, it should automatically open the app. If it does not automatically open, you can press the windows button, navigate to the “D” section of the windows menu and select the DYMO connect [1] app in the DYMO folder.

If a keyboard is unavailable, pull out the USB stick and put it back in. This will open file explorer. In file explorer, navigate to the location where DYMO connect was installed. This should have been recorded in the previous step. 

Using the DYMO Connect app, the bottom left corner [1] should have the available printer. If the printer is not available, disconnect both wires for the printer and connect again. Ensure it’s on, has labels, and the feed is ready. 

Use the Dymo Connect software to make a basic label and conduct a test print [2]. 

Once the printer is available and has been tested in the DYMO connect app, navigate to the HTS400 system parameters and verify if the printer is available in the “PrinterLabel” section. If not available, restart the HTS400 and confirm the installation of the printer.

Select "DYMO Lablewriter 550 turbo" in the "PrinterLabel" drop down menu and conduct a test print using the HTS400 software. 

The Dymo LabelWriter 450 [1] and LabelWriter 550 [2] can be identified by the label on the front of the printer.