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TEC Thermal Printer
B-570 SERIES
User's Manual
Document No. EM0-33013A
Original
Nov., 1993
(Revision Mar., 2000)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
............................................. EM1-33035
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................... EM10-33006A
MAINTENANCE MANUAL .................................... EM18-33010A
PRINTED IN JAPAN
Precaution
This service manual, intended for field engineers and technicians, is designed as a guide for maintenance, service and repair of TOSHIBA TEC Thermal Printers on the market.
The following related manuals contain additional information on using the B-570 Series.
Please refer to the detail information for specific purposes. (For instance, please read carefully the supply manual when media or ribbon is needed.)
They are available from TOSHIBA TEC sales headquarters.
•
Interface/Communication Manual
•
Supply Manual
•
Specifications
Safety Summary
Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipment is extremely important. Warnings and
Cautions necessary for safe handling are included in this manual. All warnings and cautions contained in this manual should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment.
Safety Precaution
Energized electrical equipment is dangerous. Electrical shock from energized equipment can cause death. Never work on energized equipment unless authorized to do so by a responsible authority.
If emergency work on energized equipment is authorized, be sure that it is accomplished in strict compliance with approved safety regulations.
The following safety precautions will help to ensure proper use of the printer:
•
Turn off the printer before opening the top for any reason.
•
Unplug the printer whenever you are working inside the printer.
•
Keep your work environment static free.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
EO0-33004
TEC Thermal Printer
Owner’s Manual
Table of Contents
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operations of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
(for USA only)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by manufacturer for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
"This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations."
"Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur de Canada."
(for CANADA only)
CAUTION:
To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening or closing the cover.
CAUTION:
Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewelry, clothing. etc., be drawn into the moving parts, push the switch in the "OFF" position to stop movement.
Copyright © 2000 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN
EM1-33035
Safety Summary
Safety Summary
Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipment is extremely important. Warnings and Cautions necessary for safe handling are included in this manual. All warnings and cautions contained in this manual should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment.
Do not attempt to effect repairs or modifications to this equipment. If a fault occurs that cannot be rectified using the procedures described in this manual, turn off the power, unplug the machine, then contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
Meanings of Each Symbol
This symbol indicates warning items (including cautions).
Specific warning contents are drawn inside the symbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates a general caution.)
This symbol indicates prohibited actions (prohibited items).
Specific prohibited contents are drawn inside or near the symbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates “no disassembling”.)
This symbol indicates actions which must be performed.
Specific instructions are drawn inside or near the symbol.
(The symbol on the left indicates “disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet”.)
WARNING
This indicates that there is the risk of death or serious injury if the machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.
Any other than the specified AC voltage is prohibited.
Do not use voltages other than the voltage (AC) specified on the rating plate, as this may cause fire or
electric shock.
Prohibited
Do not plug in or unplug the power cord plug with wet hands as this may cause electric shock.
Prohibited
Prohibited
If the machines share the same outlet with any other electrical appliances which consume large amounts of power, the voltage will fluctuate widely each time these appliances operate. Be sure to provide an exclusive outlet for the machine as this may cause the machines to malfunction.
Do not insert or drop metal, flammable or other foreign objects into the machines through the ventilation slits, as this may cause fire or electric
shock.
Prohibited
Do not place metal objects or water-filled containers such as flower vases, flower pots or mugs, etc. on top of the machines. If metal objects or spilled liquid enter the machines, this may cause fire or electric
shock.
Prohibited
Do not scratch, damage or modify the power cords. Also, do not place heavy objects on, pull on, or excessively bend the cords, as this may cause fire or electrical shock.
Disconnect the plug.
If the machines are dropped or their cabinets damaged, first turn off the power switches and disconnect the power cord plugs from the outlet, and then contact your authorized
TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of the machine in that condition may cause
fire or electric shock.
(i)
Disconnect the plug.
Continued use of the machines in an abnormal condition such as when the machines are producing smoke or strange smells may cause fire or elec-
tric shock. In these cases, immediately turn off the power switches and disconnect the power cord plugs from the outlet. Then, contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
Safety Summary
EM1-33035
Disconnect the plug.
Connect a grounding wire.
If foreign objects (metal fragments, water, liquids) enter the machines, first turn off the power switches and disconnect the power cord plugs from the outlet, and then contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of the machine in that condition may cause fire or electric shock.
Ensure that the equipment is properly grounded. Extension cables should also be grounded. Fire or
electric shock could occur on improperly grounded equipment.
Disconnect the plug.
When unplugging the power cords, be sure to hold and pull on the plug portion. Pulling on the cord portion may cut or expose the internal wires and cause fire or electric shock.
No disassembling.
Do not remove covers, repair or modify the machine by yourself. You may be injured by high voltage, very hot parts or sharp edges inside the machine.
CAUTION
This indicates that there is the risk of personal Injury or damage to objects if the machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.
Precautions
The following precautions will help to ensure that this machine will continue to function correctly.
• Try to avoid locations that have the following adverse conditions:
* Temperatures out of the specification
* Shared power source
*
*
Direct sunlight
Excessive vibration
*
*
High humidity
Dust/Gas
• The cover should be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. NEVER USE THINNER OR ANY OTHER VOLATILE SOLVENT on the plastic covers.
• USE ONLY TOSHIBA TEC SPECIFIED paper and ribbons.
• DO NOT STORE the paper or ribbons where they might be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, dust, or gas.
• Ensure the printer is operated on a level surface.
• Any data stored in the memory of the printer could be lost during a printer fault.
• Try to avoid using this equipment on the same power supply as high voltage equipment or equipment likely to cause mains interference.
• Unplug the machine whenever you are working inside it or cleaning it.
• Keep your work environment static free.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the machines, as these items may become unbalanced and fall causing injury.
• Do not block the ventilation slits of the machines, as this will cause heat to build up inside the machines and may cause fire.
• Do not lean against the machine. It may fall on you and could cause injury.
• Care must be taken not to injure yourself with the printer paper cutter.
• Unplug the machine when it is not used for a long period of time.
Request Regarding Maintenance
• Utilize our maintenance services.
After purchasing the machine, contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance once a year to have the inside of the machine cleaned. Otherwise, dust will build up inside the machines and may cause a fire or a malfunction. Cleaning is particularly effective before humid rainy seasons.
• Our preventive maintenance service performs the periodic checks and other work required to maintain the quality and performance of the machines, preventing accidents beforehand.
For details, please consult your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
• Using insecticides and other chemicals
Do not expose the machines to insecticides or other volatile solvents. This will cause the cabinet or other parts to deteriorate or cause the paint to peel.
(ii)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................. 1-1
2. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................... 2-1
4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS .............................................................. 4-1
5. INSTALLING THE PRINTER ........................................................... 5-1
6. LOADING THE MEDIA .................................................................... 6-1
7. LOADING THE RIBBON ................................................................. 7-1
8. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD ................. 8-1
9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON ......................... 9-1
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE .......................................................... 10-1
11. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................... 11-1
CAUTION:
1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of
TOSHIBA TEC.
2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification.
3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.
Copyright © 1999 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN
1. INTRODUCTION
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1.1 Applicable Model
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the TEC B-570 series thermal/transfer printer. This new generation high performance/quality printer is equipped with the latest hardware including the newly developed high density (12 dots/mm, 306 dots/inch) near edge print head. This will allow very clear print at a maximum speed of 203.2 mm/sec. (8 inches/sec.). Other standard features include an automatic ribbon saver, a builtin rewinder/strip mechanism and an internal media supply spool. Combine this with an optional high speed
P.C. interface board which allows vastly reduced graphic data transfer times and you have a printer to suit a variety of applications and environments.
This manual contains general set-up and maintenance information and should be read carefully to help gain maximum performance and life from your printer. For most queries please refer to this manual and keep it safe for future reference.
• B-572-QQ
Model name description
B - 5 7 2 - Q Q
QQ: North America
2: Thermal direct/Thermal transfer
Owner's Manual
(EM1-33035)
Power Cord
Head Cleaner
(24089500013)
Unpacking Procedure
PRINT HEAD CLEANER
Rewinder guide plate
(FMBD0034501)
Screw
(SM-4x6B)
Quality control report
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
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2.1 Printer
2. SPECIFICATIONS
Model
Item
Supply voltage
Power consumption
Operating temperature range
Relative humidity
Print head
Printing methods
Print speeds
Maximum print width
Dispensing modes
Message display
Dimensions
Weight
Available bar code types
Fonts
Rotations
Standard interface
B-570-QQ
AC 100V ~ 120V +10%, -15%, 50/60Hz +2Hz, -2Hz
2A, 198W maximum (standby: 500mA, 51W maximum)
5
°
C ~ 40
°
C
25% ~ 85%RH (no condensation)
Thermal print head 12 dots per mm (306 dots per inch)
Thermal direct or Thermal transfer
76.2 mm/sec. (3 inch/sec.), 127 mm/sec. (5 inch/sec.),
203.2 mm/sec. (8 inch/sec.),
127.5 mm (5.02 inches)
Batch (Continuous), Strip (On-demand) and Cut modes
(Cut mode is only available when optional cutter is fitted.)
20 characters x 1 line
291 mm (width) x 460 mm (depth) x 308 mm (height)
19 kg (without media and ribbon)
JAN8, JAN13, EAN8, EAN8+2digits, EAN8+5digits
EAN13, EAN13+2digits, EAN13+5digits
UPC-E, UPC-E+2digits, UPC-E+5digits
UPC-A, UPC-A+2digits, UPC-A+5 digits
MSI, ITF, NW-7, CODE39, CODE93, CODE128, EAN128
PDF417, DATA MATRIX, Industrial 2 to 5
Times Roman (6 sizes), Helvetica (6 sizes), Presentation (1 size),
Letter Gothic (1 size), Prestige Elite (2 sizes), Courier (2 sizes),
OCR (2 types), Writable characters (40 types), Outline font (1 type)
0
°
, 90
°
, 180
°
, 270
°
Serial interface (RS-232C)
Parallel interface (Centronics)
Expansion I/O interface
Flash memory card interface
High speed PC interface
Optional interfaces
Option Name
Type
Usage
Source
Cutter module
B-4205-QM A stop and cut swing cutter
See NOTE 1.
High speed PC interface kit
B-4800-PC-QM
This interface kit allows extremely high speed information transfer between the printer and PC.
See NOTE 1.
Fanfold paper guide module
B-4905-FF-QM
This is a paper guide exclusively used for fanfold paper.
Attaching it in place of the standard paper guide allows the printer to print on fanfold paper.
See NOTE 1.
D-RAM PC board
FMBC0067801 A 2MB RAM upgrade which enhances the image handling capability of the printer.
See NOTE 2.
Flash memory card
A flash ROM card (1MB and 4MB) for storing logos, writable characters and formats.
See NOTE 3.
NOTES:
1. Available from your nearest TOSHIBA TEC representative or TOSHIBA TEC Head Quarters.
2. Available from TOSHIBA TEC Parts Center.
3. When purchasing flash memory card locally, select one having the specifications described at page
8-1.
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
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2.3 Media
Stop position
I
Cut position
J
H
Label
B
E
Refer to the following
NOTE 2.
Black Mark
(on reverse side)
I
Stop position
Cut position
A
H
Tag paper
Black Mark
(on reverse side)
Tag paper
F
Reference coordinate 1
Reference coordinate 2
Reference coordinate 1
Reference coordinate
2
A
G
D
C
Feed direction
G
C
Fig. 2-1
[Unit : mm]
Item
Label dispensing mode
A : Span of one label/tag
B : Label/tag length
C : Width including backing paper
D : Label width
E : Gap length
F : Black mark length (Tag paper)
G : Effective print width
H :
Label Standard
Effective print
Max. memory length
TAG Standard
Max. memory
I : Print speed up/slow down area
J : Black mark length (Label)
Maximum effective length for on the fly issue
Outer roll diameter
Thickness
Label
NOTES:
Tag
Standard
Max. memory
Batch mode
Strip mode
Cut mode
10.0 ~ 999.0
8.0 ~ 997.0
2.0 ~ 20.0
6.0 ~ 298.6
6.0 ~ 995.0
8.0 ~ 298.6
8.0 ~ 997.0
25.4 ~ 999.0
Label: 38 ~ 999.0
23.4 ~ 997.0
50.8 ~ 140.0
47.8 ~ 137.0
2.0 ~ 20.0
2.0 ~ 10.0
10.0 ~ 128.0
21.4 ~ 298.6
21.4 ~ 995.0
23.4 ~ 298.6
23.4 ~ 997.0
1.0
Refer to the following NOTE 2.
149.3
661.3
ø200 Max.
0.13 ~ 0.17
0.15 ~ 0.29
Tag: 25.4 ~ 999.0
25.0 ~993.0
6.0 ~ 20.0
23.0 ~ 298.6
23.0 ~ 991.0
234.0 ~ 298.6
23.4 ~ 997.0
1. The media specification other than above are unchanged.
2. When marking black marks on label rolls, the following requirements must be satisfied.
When the gap length is less than 4 mm:
The black mark length should be longer than the gap length.
When the gap length is 4 mm or more:
The black mark should not overlap the gap for more than 4 mm and the following label.
Type
Width
Length
Outer diameter
Spool type
68 mm ~ 134 mm
600 m
ø90 mm (max.)
NOTES: 1. "On the fly issue" means that the printer can draw and print without stopping between labels.
2. To ensure print quality and print head life use only
TOSHIBA TEC specified media and ribbons.
3. When using the cutter ensure that label length B plus inter label gap length E exceeds 35 mm. (i.e. label pitch should be greater that 35 mm.)
4. When rewinding the media onto the take-up spool in batch mode, the max. outer roll diameter should be 180 mm.
5. Use of rough media for the ribbon saving issue may cause ribbon smudges.
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3. OVERVIEW
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3.1 Front/Rear View
3. OVERVIEW
Front View
Top Cover
Message Display (LCD)
Memory Card Slot
Rear View
Outlet for the high speed PC interface cable (Option)
Supply Window
Operation Panel
Media Outlet
Serial Interface
Connector
(RS-232C)
Parallel I/F Connector
(Centronics)
AC Power Inlet
Expansion I/O
Interface Connector
Power Switch
0: OFF
1: ON
Fig. 3-1
Fig. 3-2
MESSAGE DISPLAY (LCD)
Displays messages in the language selected by DIP switch.
When power is turned on and it is ready to print, "ON LINE" is displayed.
POWER LED (Green)
Lights when the power is turned on.
ON-LINE LED (Green)
1) Flashes when communicating with a host computer.
2) On while printing.
ERROR LED (Red)
Lights when a communication error occurs, when the media/ ribbon ends or the printer does not operate correctly.
FEED key
Feeds paper.
RESTART key
Resets the printer when paused or when an error occurs.
Used to set the threshold. (Refer to page 10-4)
PAUSE key
Pauses printing.
Message display shows "PAUSE" and an unprinted count.
Used to set the threshold. (Refer to page 10-4)
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4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS
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4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS
4. DIP SWITCH FUNCTIONS
The DIP switches are located to the right of the supply shaft.
Supply Shaft
Ribbon Shaft
WARNING:
Turn the POWER OFF before switching the functions.
(1) DIP SW 2
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
OFF
ON/OFF
2
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
7
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
8
OFF
7
8
ON
OFF
ON
2400 BPS
4800 BPS
9600 BPS
19200 BPS
1 bit
2 bit
7 bit
8 bit without
with
EVEN
ODD
Function
Transmission speed
Stop bit length
Data length
Parity check
Parity check (effective when DIP
SW #5 is set to ON.)
OFF
ON
ON
XON/XOFF (No XON is output at the power on time.)
(XOFF is output at the power off time.)
READY/BUSY (DTR)
(No XON is output at the power on time.)
(No XOFF is output at the power off time.)
READY/BUSY (RTS)
(No XON is output at the power on time)
(No XOFF is output at the power off time.)
XON/XOFF + READY/BUSY
(XON is output at the power on time.)
(XOFF is output at the power off time.)
XON/XOFF (XON is output at the power on time.)
(XOFF is output at the power off time.)
Data protocol
Fig. 4-1
(2) DIP SW 1
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON/OFF
OFF
ON
3
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
4
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
Without
With
Function
Auto ribbon save function
English
German
French
Dutch
Spanish
Japanese
Italian
Not used
Without
With
Without
With
Must be set to OFF.
Language to display LCD error message
Auto media feed after a cut issue
(See page 6-5)
Use of the built-in rewinder/Head up function in cut mode Refer to Note 2.
Must be set to OFF.
NOTES: 1. The shaded settings are the factory default settings. "OFF" means "OPEN".
2. The DIP switch #1-6 functions in accordance with equipment to be used.
3. If you would like to switch to READY/BUSY (DTR) or to READY/BUSY (RTS) of data protocol, please contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative.
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5. INSTALLING THE PRINTER
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5.1 INSTALLING THE PRINTER
5. INSTALLING THE PRINTER
Connecting the Power Cord and Cables
WARNING!
Turn the POWER SWITCH to OFF before connecting the power cord or cables.
Serial I/F Cable (RS-232C)
Expansion I/O Cable
Parallel I/F Cable (Centronics)
Power Cord
High Speed PC Interface Cable (Option)
Fig. 5-1
5-1
6. LOADING THE MEDIA
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6. LOADING THE MEDIA
6. LOADING THE MEDIA
WARNING:
1. Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewelry, clothing, etc., be drawn into the moving parts, push the switch in the “OFF” position to stop movement.
2. To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening or closing the cover.
The printer prints both labels and tags.
1. Turn off the power and open the top cover.
2. Turn the head lever to position 3 , then release the ribbon shaft holder plate.
Top Cover
Ribbon Shaft Holder Plate
Head Lever
Fig. 6-1
NOTES: 1. When the head lever is turned to position 2 , the print head is raised.
2. When the head lever is turned to position 3 , the print head and the pinch roller are raised.
3. To allow printing the head lever must be set to position 1 . (This ensures that the print head and the pinch roller are closed.)
3. Turn the locking ring counter clockwise and remove the supply holder from the supply shaft.
NOTE:
Do not turn the force the locking ring too far counterclockwise or it may come off the supply holder.
Supply Shaft
Locking Ring
Supply Holder
Fig. 6-2
6-1
6. LOADING THE MEDIA
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6. LOADING THE MEDIA
4. Put the media on the supply shaft.
5. Pass the media around the damper, then pull the media towards the front of the printer.
6. Insert the ridge of the supply holder into the groove of the supply shaft until the media is fixed. Then turn the locking ring clockwise to secure the supply holder. This will centre the media automatically.
NOTE: Do not over tighten the locking ring of the supply holder.
Groove Ridge
Projection
Damper
Supply Holder
Media
Supply Shaft
Fig. 6-3
7. Insert the media into the paper holders of the media guide, adjust the media guides to the media width, and tighten the locking screw.
8. Check that the media path through the printer is straight. The media should be centered under the print head.
Media Guide
Media
Supply Holder
Media Guide
Paper Holder
Paper Holder
Print Head
Media
Locking Screw
Fig. 6-4
NOTE: When using the label rolled with labels facing outside, please remove the upper plates of both paper holders using the following procedure. Failure to do this may cause a paper jam error.
If you have any questions, please contact your nearest TOSHIBA TEC service representative.
6-2
6. LOADING THE MEDIA
■
Removing the paper holders' upper plates from the media guide
1
Remove the two T-4x8 screws to detach the media guide from the printer.
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6. LOADING THE MEDIA
Media Guide
Screw (T-4x8)
Fig. 6-5
2
Remove the SM-3x6 screw or the SM-3x8 screw to detach the paper holders' upper plates from the media guide.
(Right)
Screw (SM-3x6)
Paper Holder
Screw (SM-3x8)
Paper Holder
(Left)
Fig. 6-6
3
Attach the media guide back in position.
NOTE: Do not lose the removed upper plates because they are required when using the label rolled with labels facing inside.
9. Set the black mark/feed gap sensor to the correct position by turning the adjusting knob. Turning the knob right will move the sensor towards the center of the media while turning left will move it away from the center of the media.
6-3
6. LOADING THE MEDIA
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6. LOADING THE MEDIA
■
An easy way to set the black mark sensor position
1
Pull the media about 500 mm out of the front of the printer, turn the media back on it's self and feed it under the print head past the sensor so that the black mark can be seen from above.
2 Adjust the sensor position to that of the black mark (the upper hole indicates the position of the black mark sensor).
Black Mark Sensor
Black Mark
Media
(Feed Gap Sensor)
Adjusting Knob
Fig. 6-7
NOTE: Make sure to set the sensor to detect the center of the black mark, otherwise a paper jam error could occur.
■
Setting the feed gap sensor position
1
Adjust the sensor to detect on the gap (the lower hole indicates the position of the feed gap sensor.)
(Black Mark Sensor)
Backing Paper
Media
Media
Adjusting Knob
6-4
Feed Gap Sensor
Fig. 6-8
6. LOADING THE MEDIA
10. The media is now loaded and the sensor position is set.
Batch type:
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6. LOADING THE MEDIA
Media
Fig. 6-9
NOTE: Set the selection switch to the STANDARD/STRIP position. Improper setting can affect the print quality.
Strip type:
1
Remove enough labels from the leading edge media to leave 500 mm of backing paper exposed.
2
Wind the backing paper onto the take-up spool and fix in position with the take-up clip.
(Wind the paper counter clockwise around the spool as this is the direction it rotates.)
3 Rotate the take-up spool anti-clockwise a few times to take up any slack in the backing paper.
Media
Take-up Spool
Front Plate
Black Screw
(HAA-0004001)
Take-up Clip
Backing Paper
Fig. 6-10
NOTES: 1. The backing paper is easier to feed back to the take-up spool if the front plate is removed.
2. When fitting the tace-up clip the longer side of the clip should be fitted into the shallow groove on the take-up spool.
3. Set the selection switch to the STANDARD/STRIP position.
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6. LOADING THE MEDIA
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6. LOADING THE MEDIA
Cutter type: Where a cutter is fitted load the media as standard and feed it through the cutter module.
NOTES: 1. Be sure to cut the backing paper of label. Cutting labels will cause the glue to stick to the cutter, which may affect the cutter quality and shorten the cutter life.
2. If the top edge of label winds onto the platen in cut issue, set the DIP SW 1-5 to ON.
3. For the cutter type, the selection switch can be set to either position.
Media Outlet
Media
Cutter Module
Fig. 6-11
Built-in rewinder type:
1 Remove two black screws and front plate.
2
Fit the rewinder guide plate to the tear-off bar, then attach it with the sems screws.
Tear-off Bar
Rewinder Guide Plate
(FMBD0034501)
SM-4x6B Sems Screw
SM-4x6B Sems Screw
SM-4x8 Sems Screw
Adjustment Knob
Fig. 6-12
NOTES: Set the selection switch to the REWINDER position.
3
Follow the procedure for strip type.
4
Adjustment
If the label skews when using built-in rewinder unit, turn the adjustment knob of the rewinder guide plate to correct the label feed. Clockwise turn moves the rewinder guide plate forward and counterclockwise moves it backward.
* When labels skew to the right:
Loosen the SM-4x8 sems screw with a philips-head screw driver. Turn the adjustment knob clockwise, and tighten the SM-4x8 screw when the rewinder guide plate is positioned correctly.
* When labels skew to the left:
Loosen the SM-4x8 screw with a phillips-head screw driver. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise, and tighten the SM-4x8 screw when the rewinder guide plate is positioned correctly.
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7. LOADING THE RIBBON
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7. LOADING THE RIBBON
7. LOADING THE RIBBON
WARNING!
1. Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewelry, clothing, etc., be drawn into the moving parts, push the switch in the “OFF” position to stop movement.
2. To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening or closing the cover.
There are two types of media available for printing on, these are standard media and direct thermal media
(a chemically treated surface). DO NOT LOAD a ribbon when using a direct thermal media.
1. When using a narrow width ribbon, slide the ribbon stoppers along the shafts to a position where the ribbon will be centered when it is fitted. When changing from a narrow width to a wider one rotate the ribbon stoppers by 90
°
, push them back to the correct position and then rotate back to lock.
NOTE: When attaching the ribbon stoppers, fit them to the shafts with the pinchers facing into the printer.
Ribbon Stopper
(FMHC0008801)
Ribbon Stopper
(FMHC0008801)
Fig. 7-1
2. Leaving plenty of slack between the spools, fit the ribbon as shown below. When the ribbon is fitted it must be positioned over the ribbon sensor.
3. Wind both shafts towards each other to tighten the ribbon.
Ribbon Sensor
Ribbon Shafts
Ribbon
Ribbon
4. Reset the ribbon shaft holder plate by aligning it with the ribbon shaft.
5. Turn the head lever clockwise to lower the print head.
6. Close the top cover.
7-1
Fig. 7-2
8. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD
EM1-33035
8. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD
8. INSERTING THE OPTIONAL FLASH MEMORY CARD
WARNING!
Turn the power OFF when inserting or removing the flash memory card.
CAUTION:
To protect memory cards, discharge static electricity from your body by touching the printer rear cover prior touching the memory cards.
1. Turn the power off.
2. Insert the flash memory card into the memory card slot at the rear of the printer.
3. Turn the power on.
Flash memory Card
Fig. 8-1
NOTES: 1. Be sure to protect a flash memory card when not in use in the printer by putting it in it's protective cover.
2. Do not subject the card to any shocks or excessive forces.
3. Do not expose the card to extremes of heat by either storing in direct sunlight or close to a heater.
4. Do not expose the card to excessive humidity by wiping it with a wet cloth or storing it in a damp place.
5. Before inserting or removing the card, make sure that the power switch is turned off.
6. The following flash cards can be used. (The 1MB-card is read only and the 4MB card can read/ write.)
Maker code
1CH
Capacity
1M Byte
4M Byte
Maker
Maxell
Mitsubishi
Maxell
Maxell
Centennial Technologies INC.
INTEL
Simple TECHNOLOGY
Mitsubishi
PC Card KING MAX
PC Card
Type
EF-1M-TB AA
MF81M1-GBDAT01
EF-4M-TB CC
EF-4M-TB DC
FL04M-15-11119-03
IMC004FLSA
STI-FL/4A
MF84M1-G7DAT01
FJN-004M6C
FJP-004M6R
Device code
D0H
88H
ADH
A2H
A0H
B0H
04H
01H
89H
89H
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9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON
EM1-33035
9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON
9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON
CAUTION:
Be sure to read carefully and understand the Supply Manual. Use only media and ribbon which meet specified requirements. Use of non-specified media and ribbon may shorten the head life and result in problems with bar code readability or print quality. All media and ribbon should be handled with care to avoid any damage to the media, ribbon or printer. Read the following guideline carefully.
• Do not store the media and ribbon for longer than the manufactures recommended shelf life.
• Store media rolls on the flat end, do not store them on the curved sides as this might flatten that side causing erratic media advance and poor print quality.
• Store the media in plastic bags and always reseal after opening. Unprotected media can get dirty and the extra abrasion from the dust and dirt particles will shorten the print head life.
• Store the media and ribbon in a cool, dry place. Avoid areas where they would be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperature, high humidity, dust or gas.
• The thermal paper used for direct thermal printing must not have the specifications which exceed Na +
800 ppm, K
+
250 ppm and CL
-
500 ppm.
• Some ink used on pre-printed labels may contain ingredients which shorten the print head's product life.
Do not use labels pre-printed with ink which contain hard substances such as carbonic calcium (CaCO
3
) and kaolin (Al
2
O
3
, 2SiO
2
, 2H
2
O).
For further information please contact your local distributor or your media and ribbon manufacturer.
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10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
EM1-33035
10.1 Cleaning
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
1. Be careful when handling the print head as it becomes very hot.
2. Care must be taken not to injure yourself with the printer paper cutter.
3. Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewelry, clothing, etc., be drawn into the moving parts, push the switch in the “OFF” position to stop movement.
4. To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening or closing the cover.
To help retain the high quality and performance of your printer it should be regularly cleaned. The greater the usage of the printer, the more frequent the cleaning. (i.e. low usage=weekly : high usage=daily).
1.
Turn the power off.
2.
Open the top cover.
3.
Turn the head lever to raise the print head.
4.
Remove the ribbon and media.
5.
Clean the element of print head with print head cleaner.
6.
Wipe the platen, feed roller and pinch roller with a cleaner moistened with alcohol.
Remove dust or foreign substances from the internal part of the printer, if any.
Element
Print Head Pinch Roller
Print Head
Feed Roller
Element
Print Head Cleaner
(24089500013)
Platen
WARNING!
1. Be sure to disconnect the power cord prior ot performing any maintenance.
2. Do not use any tool that may damage the print head.
3. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer.
Fig. 10-1
10-1
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
EM1-33035
10.2 Covers and Panels
The covers should be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution.
NOTE: Clean the printer cover with an electrostatic free cleaner for automated office equipment.
WARNING!
1. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer.
2. DO NOT APPLY cleaner or detergent directly onto any cover or panel.
3. NEVER USE THINNER OR OTHER VOLATILE SOLVENT on the plastic covers.
4. DO NOT clean the panel covers or the supply window with alcohol as it may cause them to discolor, loose their shape or develop structural weakness.
1.
Turn the power off.
2.
Open the top cover.
3.
Turn the head lever to position
3
, then release the ribbon shaft holder plate.
4.
Remove the black screw to detach the media guide plate. (See Fig. 10-2.)
5.
Remove the ribbon and media.
6.
Remove the jammed paper. DO NOT USE any sharp implement or tool as these could damage the printer.
7.
Clean the print head and platen, then remove any further dust or foreign substances.
8.
Place the portion B of the media guide plate on the media sensor. Secure the media guide plate with the black screw.
Media Sensor
Media Guide Plate
Black Screw
(HAA-0004001)
Fig. 10-2
9.
Paper jams in the cutter unit can be caused by wear or residual glue from label stock on the cutter. Do not use none specified media in the cutter. If you get frequent jams in the cutter contact your Authorized
Service representative.
10-2
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
EM1-33035
10.3 Removing Jammed Paper
■
Cleaning the Cutter Unit
WARNING!
1. Be sure to turn the power off before cleaning the cutter unit.
2. The cutters are sharp and care should be taken not to injure yourself when cleaning.
1. Loosen two screws and remove the cutter cover.
2. Remove the white screw and media guide.
3. Remove the jammed paper and trash.
4. Clean the cutter with dry cloth.
Media Guide
Screw
Fixed Cutter
White Screw
(24741710304)
Cutter Cover
Swing Cutter
Cutter Unit
Fig. 10-3
5. Assembling is reverse order of removal.
10-3
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
EM1-33035
10.4 Threshold Setting
For the printer to maintain a constant print position it uses the transmissive sensor to detect the gap between labels by measuring the amount of light passing through the media. When the media is preprinted, the darker (or more dense) inks can interfere with this process causing paper jammed errors.
To get around this problem a minimum threshold can be set for the sensor in the following way.
■
Threshold setting procedure
Turn the power ON.
O N L I N E
(1) The printer is in stand-by.
(2) Load a media roll in the usual way.
(3) Press the [PAUSE] key.
PAUSE
P A U S E
PAUSE
T R A N S M I S S I V E
FEED
R E F L E C T I V E
T R A N S M I S S I V E
T R A N S M I S S I V E
FEED
PAUSE
(4) The printer enters the pause mode.
(5) Press and hold the [PAUSE] key for at least 3 seconds in the pause state.
(6) The sensor type is displayed.
(7) Press the [FEED] key.
(8) The reflective sensor (black mark sensor) is selected.
(9) Press the [FEED] key again.
(10) The transmissive sensor (feed gap sensor) is selected.
(11) Press and hold the [PAUSE] key.
(12) The media is advanced until the [PAUSE] key is released.
(13) Release the [PAUSE] key when more than 1.5 labels
(tags) are advanced.
(Threshold setting is completed by this operation.)
P A U S E
O N L I N E
RESTART
(14) Press the [RESTART] key.
(15) The printer is in stand-by.
Command
O N L I N E
(16) Send an issue command from the PC to the printer.
NOTES:
1. If the [PAUSE] key is released within 3 seconds whilst in pause state, paper will not feed.
2. Failure to feed more than 1.5 to 2 labels may result in an incorrect threshold setting.
3. While the print head is raised, the [PAUSE] key does not work.
4. Error such as paper end and cutter error are not detected during paper feed.
5. Selecting the transmissive sensor (for pre-printed labels) within software commands allows the printer to detect the proper print start position correctly even when using pre-printed labels.
6. If the printer continues to print out of position after setting the threshold, adjust the feed gap sensor in the system mode. Reset the threshold again. Make sure that the transmissive sensor (for pre-printed labels) is selected in the feed and issue commands.
10-4
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
EM1-33035
10.4 Threshold Setting
■
Threshold setting procedure (For firmware version 2.5 or earlier)
1 Turn the power on.
2 Load the pre-printed label. (Any position)
3
Press the [PAUSE] key once.
4
Hold down the [PAUSE] key for more than 3 seconds and it will begin to feed. After it has fed the 2 label, release the [PAUSE] key.
5 Press the [RESTART] key for ON LINE mode.
6 Threshold setting is now completed.
NOTES: 1. If the [PAUSE] key is not held down for more than 3 seconds in PAUSE mode the threshold will not be set.
2. If the [PAUSE] key is released before 2 labels have been issued the setting may not be correct and will have to be re-set.
Auto ribbon saving function is activated when it is selected by DIP switch (Refer to page 4-1) and no print area extends more than 20 mm.
NOTE: According to the relation between the outer diameter of rewound ribbon and print speed, ribbon loss per saving varies as follows:
Print speed
3"/sec.
5"/sec.
8"/sec.
Ribbon loss
Approx. 5 mm
Approx. 8 mm
Approx. 17 mm
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11. TROUBLESHOOTING
EM1-33035
11. TROUBLESHOOTING
11. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
If you cannot solve a problem with the following solutions, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Turn the power off, unplug the printer, then contact your Authorized Service representative for assistance.
Error Message
PAPER JAM
****
Problem
1. The media is not fitted correctly.
2. The media path is jammed and does not feed smoothly.
3. The installed media type does not match the selected sensor.
Solution
1. Re-fit the media correctly.
➔
Press the [RESTART] key.
2. Remove the cause of the jam and replace the media correctly.
➔
Press the [RESTART] key.
3. Turn the power off then on again.
Select the correct sensor.
➔
Feed the media.
4. Adjust the sensor position.
➔
Press the [RESTART] key.
4. The black mark position on the media does not match the sensor position.
5. The installed media size is different from the programmed size.
6. The feed gap sensor cannot see the difference between the print area and the gap.
5. Turn the power off then on again.
Set the correct media size.
➔
Feed the media.
6. Set the threshold (see page 10-4).
Else
Turn the power off and call your
Authorized Service representative.
HEAD OPEN
****
NO PAPER
****
NO RIBBON
****
REWIND FULL
****
Feed or printing has been attempted while the print head is raised.
The media has run out.
The ribbon has run out.
Too much backing paper or media is wound on the internal take-up spool.
Lower the print head.
➔
Press the [RESTART] key.
Load new media.
➔
Press the [RESTART] key.
Load a new ribbon.
➔
Press the [RESTART] key.
Remove the backing paper or media from the internal take-up spool.
Then press the [RESTART] key.
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11. TROUBLESHOOTING
EM1-33035
11. TROUBLESHOOTING
Error Message
EXCESS HEAD
TEMP
HEAD ERROR
FLASH WRITE
ERROR
Problem
The print head is too hot.
This message is displayed when sending the head broken check command ([ESC] HD001 [LF] [NUL]) and the print head has a broken element.
CUTTER ERROR
****
Media is jammed in the cutter.
An error has occurred when loading data onto a flash memory card.
Solution
Turn the power off and decrease the print head temperature.
1. Restart the printing by pressing the
[RESTAERT] key.
2. Replace the print head.
RIBBON ERROR
****
There is a fault with the ribbon sensor.
Turn the power off. Contact your
Authorized Service representative.
Remove the jammed media and feed the undamaged media through the cutter.
➔
Press the [RESTART] key.
Else
Turn the power off and contact your
Authorized Service representative.
1. Turn the power off, re-seat the flash memory card and try again.
2. Replace the flash memory card and retry.
3. Turn the power off and contact your
Authorized Service representative.
FORMAT ER-
ROR
An error has occurred while formatting a flash memory card.
1. Turn the power off, re-seat the flash memory card and try again.
2. Replace the flash memory card and retry.
3. Turn the power off and contact your
Authorized Service representative.
FLASH MEMORY
FULL
No more data can be saved in the flash memory card.
COMMUNICATION
ERROR
A communication error has occurred with the host.
Replace the card with a new one and re-send data.
(Only 1MB and 4MB cards can be used.)
Turn the power off then on again or press the [RESTART] key.
Check the program data.
➔
Call your Authorized Service representative if necessary.
11-2
11. TROUBLESHOOTING
EM1-33035
11. TROUBLESHOOTING
Error Message
example)
PC001; 0A00,
Command error
0300, 2, 2
Problem
When an error is detected in a command 20 bytes of the command are displayed.
(ESC, LF, NUL are not displayed.)
Other Error
Message
Hardware or software trouble.
Correct the command and re-send it again.
Solution
Turn the power off then on again. If the problem still exists turn the power off and contact your Authorized Service representative.
NOTE: If an error is not cleared by pressing the [RESTART] key, the power must be switched off then on again.
After the power has been switched off and on, all print data in the printer is cleared.
**** denotes a remaining count of unprinted labels.
No print.
Problem
Dots missing in the print.
Unclear (or blurred) printing.
Solution
1. Check that media and the ribbon is loaded correctly.
2. Check whether the print head is set correctly or not.
3. Check the cabling between the printer and the host.
Dirty print head.
➔
Clean the print head.
Call your Authorized Service representative if necessary.
1. Dirty print head.
➔
Clean the print head.
2. Bad or faulty ribbon.
➔
Replace ribbon.
3. Poor media quality.
➔
Change media type.
Power does not come on.
1. Plug power cord into an AC socket.
2. Check the circuit breakers or fuses.
3. Plug another appliance into the AC socket to check if there is power supplied.
Call your Authorized Service representative if necessary.
Printer does not cut.
Check for a paper jam in the cutter.
Call your Authorized Service representative if necessary.
You see a raised nap where the media has been cut.
1. Clean the cutter blades.
2. The blades are worn.
➔
Call your Authorized Service representative.
11-3
E
PRINTED IN JAPAN
EM1-33035
TEC Thermal Printer
Product Description
Document No. EM10-33006A
Original
Nov., 1993
(Revised Feb., 2000)
Table of Contents
PRINTED IN JAPAN
EM10-33006A
(Rivision Date Apr. 28, '95)
1.1 FEATURES OF THE B-570 SERIES .......................................................... 1- 1
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF MODEL NUMBER ........................................................ 1- 1
1.3 OVERVIEW AND DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE) ................................... 1- 2
1.5 ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 1- 5
2.3 CARE AND HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON ............................ 2- 4
3.1 CUTTER MODULE : B-4205-QM ................................................................ 3- 1
3.2 HIGH SPEED PC INTERFACE BOARD : B-4800-PC-QM ......................... 3- 2
3.5 FANFOLD PAPER GUIDE MODULE: B-4905-FF-QM ............................... 3- 3
CAUTION:
1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of TOSHIBA TEC.
2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification.
3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.
Copyright © 1999 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10. 2000)
1.1 FEATURES OF THE B-570 SEREIS
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
1.1 FEATURES OF THE B-570 SERIES
1) Various bar codes, characters and graphic data can be printed using both thermal transfer and thermal direct methods.
This printer can also print writable characters and logos at designated coordinates by using a graphic command.
2) The RS-232C and Centronics are available as standard interfaces between the printer and a PC. In addition, a flash memory card interface for data storage and an expansion interface for connecting external devices except PCs are provided.
3) A 16-bit CPU and a Gate Array equipped with several peripheral LSIs realizes high system performance.
4) With the element positioned at the edge of the print head, print quality is improved because the media passes straight through. No adjustment of media thickness or printing pressure is necessary.
A high dot density of 12 dots/mm produces a clear print and the heat history control system optimizes applied pulse signal to the head.
5) This printer accommodates a max. format size of 138 mm wide, by 997 mm long and a max. print speed of 203.2 mm/sec.
6) High throughput can be obtained with "on-the-fly" formatting.
7) Installation space is minimized because the media is loaded internally.
8) The metal cover and damper provide a heavy-duty enclosure.
9) A strip unit and rewinder are provided as standard equipment on this printer. And a high-speed ribbon saving function which economizes ribbon usage is available.
10) Optional devices such as a cutter module, high speed interface board, flash memory card (1MB or
4MB) and a memory module (max. 4MB) are available.
NOTE:
Every size is written in millimeter (mm) in this manual. To obtain the size in inch, divide by 25.4.
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF MODEL NUMBER
B - 5 7 2 - Q P
Destination Code:
QQ : North America Bloc
QP : Europe Bloc
Printing Method: Thermal direct or Thermal transfer
1-1
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
1.3 OVERVIEW AND DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE)
1.3 OVERVIEW AND DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE)
1.3.1
Front View/Rear View
Front View Rear View
Message Display (LCD)
Top Cover
Memory Card Slot
Outlet for the high speed PC
interface cable (Option)
Serial Interface
Connector
(RS-232C)
Operation Panel
Media Outlet
Supply Window
Parallel I/F
Connector
(Centronics)
Power Switch
O : OFF
I : ON
Fig. 1-1
AC Power Inlet
Expansion I/O
Interface
Connector
Fig. 1-2
1.3.2
Operation Panel
POWER
ON LINE
ERROR
FEED RESTART PAUSE
Fig. 1-3
MESSAGE DISPLAY (LCD)
Displays messages in the language selected DIP switch.
When power is turned on and it is ready to print, "ON LINE" is displayed.
POWER LED (Green)
Lights when the power is turned on.
ON-LINE LED (Green)
1) Flashes when communicating with a host computer.
2) On while printing.
ERROR LED (Red)
Lights when the printer does not operate correctly.
FEED Button
Feeds paper.
RESTART Button
Resets the printer when paused or when an error occurs.
Used to set the threshold. (Refer to Owner's Manual)
PAUSE Button
Pauses printing.
Message display shows "PAUSE" and an unprinted count.
Used to set the threshold. (Refer to Owner's Manual)
1.3.3
Dimensions (Approximate)
Standard : 291 mm (W) x 460 mm (D) x 308 mm (H)
With cutter module : 291 mm (W) x 521 mm (D) x 308 mm (H)
1-2
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10. 2000)
1.4 BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
1) Printing method ........ Thermal direct printing or thermal transfer printing
For the thermal transfer printing it may occur that horizontal lines printed within 20 mm from the print start position of the first label become lighter than other. Please adjust the print tone according to what you print.
2) Print head (5 inches)
1
Total number of dots .... 1536 dots
2
Dot density ................... 12 dots/mm
3
4
Effective print width .... 127.5 mm
Thermal pitch ............. 0.083 mm
3) Print speed ........................ 76.2 mm/sec., 127 mm/sec., 203.2 mm/sec. (selectable)
NOTE: These print speeds are available when printing ratio is less than 15% of the entire label or tag paper.
4) Format size (W) x (L) ......... Label: 137.0 x 995.0 max.
Tag Paper: 137.0 x 997.0 max.
5) Issuing mode ..................... Batch or Strip printing (standard)
Auto cut (Auto cut mode is only available when an optional cutter is attached.)
6) Type of bar code
1
UPC-A, UPC-A+2digits, UPC-A+5digits
2 UPC-E, UPC-E+2digits, UPC-E+5digits
8
ITF
9 MSI
F
RM4SCC
(ROYAL MAIL 4STATE
3
EAN8, EAN8+2digits, EAN8+5digits, EAN13,
0 Data Matrix
4
5
EAN13+2digits, EAN13+5digits, EAN128
JAN8, JAN13
NW-7
A
PDF417
B
Industrial 2 or 5
CUSTOMER CODE)
G
KIX CODE
H
Micro PDF
C
Customer Bar Code
I
Maxi Code
6 CODE39 (standard/full ASCII) D
Priority Customer Bar Code
J QR Code
7
CODE93, CODE128 (auto code switch with/without)
E POSTNET K CP Code
7) Bar code rotation ............... 0
°
, 90
°
, 180
°
, 270
°
8) Magnification of bar code
■
UPC/EAN/JAN/CODE93/128/PDF417 .......... Up to 6 modules can be automatically calculated using 1-module width disignation (1 to 15 dots).
D o t s / M o d u l e
B a r c o d e
U P C A / E
E A N 8 / 1 3
J A N 8 / 1 3
C O
E A
D E 9 3
N 1 2 8
C O
P D
D E 1 2
F 4 1 7
8
M i n .
M o d u l e W i d t h ( m m )
M a g n i f i c a t i o n ( t i m e s )
M i n .
M o d u l e W i d t h ( m m )
2
–
–
0 .
1 6 6
3
0 .
2 5
0 .
7 6
0 .
2 5
4
0 .
3 3
1
0 .
3 3
5
0 .
4 2
1 .
2 7
0 .
4 2
6
0 .
5 0
1 .
5 2
0 .
5 0
7
0 .
5 8
1 .
7 6
0 .
5 8
8
0 .
6 6
2
0 .
6 6
D o t s / M o d u l e
B a r c o d e
U P C A / E
E A N 8 / 1 3
J A N 8 / 1 3
C O
E A
D E 9 3
N 1 2 8
C O
P D
D E 1 2
F 4 1 7
8
M
M i n a g
.
n
M i f o i c d u a t l e i o n
W
( t i i d t h m e
( s ) m m )
M i n .
M o d u l e W i d t h ( m m )
9
–
–
0 .
7 4 7
1 0
–
–
0 .
8 3
1 1
–
–
0 .
9 1
1 2
–
–
1 .
0 0
1 3
–
–
1 .
0 8
1 4
–
–
1 .
1 6
1 5
–
–
1 .
2 5
1-3
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date Nov. 11, '94)
1.4 BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
■
NW-7/CODE39/ITF/MSI/Industrial 2 of 5 ...... The width of narrow bars, wide bars and spaces can be optionally changed in a range of 1 to 99 dots.
■
Data Matrix .................................................... The width of one cell can be changed in a range of
1 to 99 dots.
9) Type of characters
1 Times Roman medium (8, 10 point)
2
Times Roman bold (10, 12, 14 point)
3
Times Roman Italic (12 point)
4
Helvetica medium (6, 10, 12 point)
5 Helvetica bold (12, 14 point)
6 Helvetica Italic (12 point)
7
Presentation bold (18 point)
8
9
Prestige Elite medium (7 point)
0
Prestige Elite bold (10 point)
A Courier medium (10 point)
B
C
OCR-A, B (12 point)
D
Letter Gothic medium (9.5 point)
Courier bold (12 point)
Outline font (Helvetica bold)
E
Writable characters (40 types) (224 char./types)
10) Character code
1
PC-850
2
PC-8
11) Character magnification
1
Regular font: 0.5 ~ 9.5 times (magnified by 0.5 times in each direction)
2
Outline font : 2.0 ~ 85.0 mm (magnified by 0.1 mm in each direction)
NOTE: When the outline font size is large, the ribbon may winkle according to the quality of the ribbon or print tone.
12) White or black background ........ All types of characters are available
13) Character rotation .................................. 0
°
, 90
°
, 180
°
, 270
°
14) Character strings rotation ...................... 0
°
, 90
°
, 180
°
, 270
°
15) Type of line
1 Horizontal line 2 Vertical line 3 Slant line 4 Square 5 Rounded Rectangle 6 Circle
16) Line width .............................................. 1 dot to 12 dots can be specified (in units of 0.1 mm)
Guaranteed only when a line has more than 3 dots.
17) Mechanism
1
Batch mechanism
This is the standard mechanism which let the printer print continuously without winding the label and tag paper. By attaching the rewinder guide printed media can be wound onto the take-up spool. The auto-cut function is available when the optional cutter module is installed.
2 Strip mechanism
A printed label is separated from its backing paper by the stripf shaft. The next label will not be printed until the preceding label is taken away. The backing paper is wound onto the takeup spool.
Ribbon
Label
Strip Sensor
Print Head
Ribbon End
Sensor
Pinch
Roller
Strip Shaft
Platen
Paper
Sensor
Feed
Roller
1-4
Take-up Spool
Rewind Full
Sensor
Fig. 1-4
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10. 2000)
1.5 ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS
3
Auto cut mechanism
When the cutter module is installed, the backing paper and tag paper are cut individually (stop and cut). Minimum cut length is 25.4 mm (tag paper) or 38 mm (label).
Ribbon
Cutter
Print Head
Tag
Ribbon End
Sensor
Pinch
Roller
Platen
Paper
Sensor
Feed
Roller
18) Power supply
QQ model: AC 100 ~ 120 V + 10%, -15%, 50/60Hz
±
2Hz
QP model: AC 220 ~ 240 V + 10%, -15%, 50Hz
±
2Hz
19) Current consumption
Printing: 198 W max., QQ model: 2 A max., QP model: 1 A max.
(Stand by: 51 W, QQ model: 500 mA, QP model: 250 mA)
20) Rush current ...... 30A or less
1.5 ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS
1) CPU ...................
µ
PD70236AGD-16-588
2) Memory
1 Program + Character generator: Flash ROM 1 MB
2 Backup: EE-PROM 128 Bytes
3
Image buffer + Work: D-RAM 2MB (max. 4MB: option)
3) Interface
1
RS-232C interface
(1) Communication mode:
(2) Transmisson speed:
(3) Synchronization:
Full-duplex
2400,4800,9600,19200 BPS (selectable) start-stop synchronization
(4) Transmission parameter
■
Parity: None, EVEN, ODD
■
Start bit: 1-bit
■
Stop bit:
■
Word length:
1-bit or 2-bit
7-bit or 8-bit
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Fig. 1-5
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
1.5 ELECTORONICS SPECIFICATIONS
(5) Error detection
■
Parity check: VRC (Vertical parity check)
■
Framing error: This error occurs when no stop bit is found in the frame specified starting with the start bit.
■
Overrun error: This error occurs when subsequent data is input before the data input to the UART from the host is read by the printer.
(6) Data entry code: ASCII, 8-bit code for European characters, 8-bit code for graphic
(7) Receiving buffer: 5KB
(8) Protocol
■
XON/XOFF (DC1/DC3) protocol
• When initialized after power on, this printer becomes ready to receive data and sends an XON code (11H). (Trasmission or non-transmission of XON code is selectable by means of the DIP switch.)
• The printer sends an XOFF code (13H) when the blank positions in the receive buffer becomes 800 Bytes or less.
• The printer sends an XON code (11H) when the blank positions in the receive buffer are 2KB or more.
• When there are no blank positions in the receive buffer, the printer discards data received which exceeds the receive buffer capacity, without storing it in the buffer.
(After detecting the XOFF code, the host computer must stop transmission before the printer receive buffer becomes full.)
• The printer sends an XOFF code (13H) at power off time. (XOFF code send is selectable with Dip switch.)
■
READY/BUSY (DTR) protocol
• When initialized after power on, this printer becomes ready to receive data and converts the DTR signal to "High" level (READY).
• The printer converts the DTR signal to "Low" level (BUSY) when the blank positions in the receive buffer amount to 800 Bytes or less.
• The printer converts the DTR signal to "High" level (READY) when the blank positions in the receive buffer amount to 2KB or more.
• When there are no blank position in the receive buffer, the printer discards data received which exceed the receive buffer capacity, without storing it in the buffer. (After detecting a BUSY signal, the host computer must stop transmission before the printer receive buffer becomes full.)
■
XON/XOFF (DC1/DC3) protocol + READY/BUSY (DTR) protocol
• When initialized after power on, this printer becomes ready to receive data and converts the DTR signal to "High" level (READY). The printer sends an XON code
(11H).
• When the blank positions in the receive buffer are 800 Bytes or less, the printer converts the DTR signal to "LOW" level (BUSY) and sends an XOFF code (13H).
• When the blank positions in the receive buffer are 2KB or more, the printer converts the DTR signal to "High" level (READY) and sends an XON code (11H).
• When there are no blank positions in the receive buffer, the printer discards data received which exceeds the receive buffer capacity, without storing it in the buffer.
(After detecting the XOFF code or BUSY signal, the host computer must stop transmission before the printer receive buffer becomes full.)
• The printer sends an XOFF code (13H) at power off time.
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1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date: Aug. 5 '99)
1.5 ELECTORONICS SPECIFICATIONS
■
READY/BUSY (RTS) Protocol
• When initialized after power on, this printer becomes ready to receive data and converts the RTS signal to "High" level (READY).
• The printer converts the RTS signal to “Low” level (BUSY) when the blank positions in the receive buffer amount to 800 Bytes or less.
• The printer converts the RTS signal to “High” level (READY) when the blank positions in the receive buffer amount to 2 KB or more.
• When there are no blank position in the receive buffer, the printer discards data received which exceed the receive buffer capacity, without storing it in the buffer. (After detecting a BUSY signal, the host computer must stop transmission before the printer receive buffer becomes full.)
• Both the DTR signal output from the printer and the DSR signal output from the PC are always “High”.
NOTES: 1. When performing the flow control with Windows, in the port setting screen, select “Hardware” for flow control. [set to the READY/BUSY (RTS) protocol]
2. Under the READY/BUSY (DTR) protocol, after turning the printer power ON, send data 200ms after the DTR signal is converted to “High” level (READY).
And under the READY/BUSY (RTS) protocol, after turning the printer power
ON, send data 200ms after the RTS signal is converted to “High” level (READY).
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1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date: Aug. 5 '99)
1.5 ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS
(9) Pin description
Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
20
Signal
FG (Framed Ground)
RD (Received Data)
TD (Transmit Data)
CTS (Clear to Send
RTS (Request to Send)
DTR (Data Terminal Ready)
SG (Signal Ground)
DSR (Data Set Ready)
I/O
-
-
I
I
O
I
O
O
Description
Ground line for circuit protection.
Data line from which the priter receives data from the host (receive data line).
Logic "1" is "Low", and "0" "High".
It is LOW (MARK) while no data is being sent.
Data line from which the printer sends data to the host (send data line).
Logic "1" is "Low", and "0" "High".
It is LOW (MARK) while no data is being sent.
Input signal from the host.
It must be "High" for the printer to send data.
Output signal to the host.
(1) READY/BUSY (DTR) protocol
It indicates there is data to send to the host.
After power is ON, it is always "High".
(2) READY/BUSY (RTS) protocol
Indicates whether the printer is ready to receive data.
The signal is at the Low level when the data amount in the data buffer is near full, and at the high level when near empty.
Output signal to the host.
(1) READY/BUSY (RTS) protocol
It indicates there is data to send to the host.
After power is ON, it is always "High".
(2) READY/BUSY (DTR) protocol
Indicates whether the printer is ready to receive data amount in the data buffer is near full, and at the high level when near empty.
Ground line for all data and control signals.
Input signal from the host.
It must be "High" for the printer to receive data.
(10) Interface circuit
■
Input circuit
■
Output circuit
RD
CTS
DSR
■
Signal level
Input voltage
SN75189 or equivalent
Output voltage
TD
RTS
DTR
"H" ..................... + 3V ~ + 15V
"L" ...................... - 3V ~ -15V
"H" ..................... + 6V ~ + 13V
"L" ...................... - 6V ~ -13V
SN75188 or equivalent
Fig. 1-6
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1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
1.5 ELECTORONICS SPECIFICATIONS
2
Centronics interface
(1) Data input method: 8-bit parallel (DATA 1 ~ 8)
(2) Control signals: ACK, BUSY, PAUSE, DATA;STB, INPUT; PRIME, FAULT, PE
(3) Data input code:
(4) Receiving buffer:
ASCII, JIS 8-bit code for European characters, 8-bit code for graphic
5KB
(5) Input/Output crcuit configuration and Input/Output conditions
Type
Signal Name
Configuration
SN74LS14 or equivalent
DATA 1 ~ 8
+5V
1K
Input
INPUT•PRIME
DATA•STB
+5V
1K
SN74LS14 or equivalent
Logical level (input)
"1" = 2~5 V
"0" = 0~0.4 V
100P
Output
BUSY
FAULT
PAUSE
ACK
PE
3
External I/O interface
(1) Interface circuit
■
Input circuit
Printer
SN7406 or equivalent
COM1
IN0
+5V
1K
100P
Logical level (input)
"1" = 2.4~5 V
"0" = 0~0.4 V
External controller, etc.
Vcc
R
Fig. 1-7
IN4
R
Photo-coupler
TPL521 (TOSHIBA)
Fig. 1-8
There are five input circuits, and each input is a current loop using a photo-coupler. The anode of the photo-coupler is connected to common pin COM1 in each of the five circuits. Each cathode is independent. The voltage of Vcc is 24 V (max.) while the diode operating current is 16 mA.
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1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
■
Output circuit
Printer
EM10-33006A
1.5 ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS
OUT0
External controller, etc.
(In case of photo-coupler)
Vcc
OUT5
COM2
Fig. 1-9
There are six output circuits, and each output is an open collector. The voltage of Vcc is 24 V (max.) while the operating current is 150 mA.
For other details, please refer to the Expansion I/O specification.
4) Sensor/switch
1
Head up switch (micro switch)
This switch, attached at the lower left of the print head as viewed from the media outlet, detects that the print head is ready to print (head is down). When the head lever is lowered, the head down cam pushes up the print head, the micro switch is turned on and the print head prepares to print.
2
Paper sensor
This sensor is comprised of the black mark sensor and feed gap sensor. It is positioned 92.1
mm from the platen.
The sensor position is adjustable according to the media width. It moves toward the main frame a max. of 70 mm by turning the knob counterclockwise.
■
Black mark sensor (Reflective sensor)
This sensor detects the difference of potential between the black mark and tag paper to find the print position of the tag paper.
It is located at the home position with the tag paper or print head before shipment.
Side detection (max.) Center detection
20.5 mm
70 mm
Center
Tag Paper
90.5 mm
Center
Tag Paper
Black Mark
Knob
Feed Gap Sensor
Black Mark Sensor
Main Frame
Fig. 1-10
1-10
Black Mark Sensor
Main Frame
Black Mark
Knob
Feed Gap Sensor
Fig. 1-11
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
1.5 ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS
■
Feed gap sensor (Transmissive sensor)
This sensor detects the difference in potential between the backing paper and the label to find the print position of the label. The feed gap sensor is located 8 mm to the right of the black mark sensor.
Side detection limit position
Home position
Center of Label
70 mm
Home Position
8 mm
Label
Center of Label
Home Position
8 mm
Label
28.5 mm
Backing Paper
98.5 mm Backing Paper
Feed Gap Sensor
Black Mark Sensor
Knob
Main Frame
Fig. 1-12
3
Strip sensor (Transmissive sensor)
Main Frame
Knob
Feed Gap Sensor
Black Mark Sensor
Fig. 1-13
This sensor detects whether or not the label has been removed and controls the label feed.
It is positioned 13.7 mm from the platen.
Strip Sensor (Tr) Print Head
13.7 mm
Platen
Strip
Sensor (LED)
Strip Shaft
Fig. 1-14
Backing Paper
4
Ribbon end sensor (Transmissive sensor)
When printing in thermal transfer mode, this sensor detects the difference in potential between the ribbon and the ribbon end to indicate the ribbon end. It is positioned 94.8 mm from the platen and the detection point is 76.5 mm from the main frame.
Ribbon
Print Head
Ribbon End Sensor (Tr)
Ribbon End Sensor (LED)
Pinch Roller
Platen
94.8 mm
1-11
Feed Roller
Fig. 1-15
1. OUTLINE OF THE SYSTEM
EM10-33006A
1.5 ELECTRONICS SPECIFICATIONS
5
Rewind full sensor (Transmissive sensor)
This sensor detects excessive winding when winding backing paper or label onto the takeup spool. It is positioned 195.3 mm (Tr side) and 150.9 mm (LED side) from the platen, and the detection point is 92.5 mm from the main frame. Excessive winding is detected when backing paper blocks the light from the LED.
Print Head
Platen
Take-up Spool
Rewind Full
Sensor (Tr)
Backing Paper
Rewing Full Sensor (LED)
150.9 mm 44.4 mm
Fig. 1-16
6
Slit sensor (Transmissive sensor)
This sensor detects the rotation count of the ribbon shaft and the ribbon motors. The ribbon motors toque works to take up slack in the ribbon and is dependent on the detected count.
The slit sensor is a photo coupler combining an LED and a transistor.
Slit
Slit Sensor
(Rewind)
Slit
Rewind
Slit Gear
Feed Slit Gear
Slit
Slit Sensor (Feed)
Slit
Fig. 1-17
7 Cutter home position switch (micro switch)
A cam positioned at the end of the cutter motor arm turns the micro switch on/off in accordance with the cycle of the cutter motion (one rotation). The micro switch status indicates if the cutter is in the home position.
For details, please refer to the Maintenance Manual section 4.1 Cutter Drive.
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2. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date Aug. 10, '95)
2.1 MEDIA
2. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS
Information regarding the supply specifications contained in Product Description is essential to service engineers. Detail specifications and other information on the media and ribbon are described in Supply
Manual by model. It is issued by and sent from TOSHIBA TEC H.Q. (Sales Division) upon release of new model or manual's revision. When purchasing the supplies locally, be sure to refer to the Supply Manual for details, or trouble may occur. Be sure to read carefully and understand the Supply Manual since it also includes the details about notes, precision of the print start position, limitations on printing, etc.
Type
Item
Width (mm)
Length (mm)
Thickness (mm)
Outer roll diameter (mm)
Recommended paper
Batch
Thermal Label
On-demand Auto-cut
10.0 ~ 999.0
50.8 ~ 140.0
25.4 ~ 999.0
0.13 ~ 0.17
200.0 max.
38.0 ~ 999.0
RICOH: 140LA / OSAKA SEALING: C6TB
Tag Paper
On-demand Auto-cut
50.8 ~ 140.0
10.0 ~ 999.0
25.4 ~ 999.0
0.15 ~ 0.29
200.0 max.
I-BEST S / I-BEST W
NOTES:
1. When rewinding the media onto the take-up spool in batch mode, the max. outer roll diameter should be 180 mm.
2. When cutting the thermal label, secure a gap of 6 mm or more and cut in the middle of the gap.
3. The thermal paper used for direct thermal printing must not have the specifications which exceed Na
+
800 ppm, K
+
250 ppm and CI
-
500 ppm.
4. Some ink used on pre-printed labels may contain ingredients which shorten the print head's product life. Do not use labels pre-printed with ink which contain hard substances such as carbonic calcium (CaCO
3
) and kaolin (Al
2
O
3
, 2SiO
2
, 2H
2
O).
5. The label should be at least three times as long as the detection gap.
6. Relations between media roll length and core diameter.
L=
(D
2 2
-d ) x
π
4t
L: Media length
D: Max. roll diameter d: Media core outside diameter t: Media thickness
7. Use of media with a width less than the minimum media width may shorten the print head life.
1) Thermal Label
<Design>
2.0 ~ 20.0 mm
76.2 mm
Max.
Ø200.0 mm
Backing
Paper
10.0 ~ 999 mm
Label
1.5 mm
1.5 mm
47.8 ~ 137.0 mm
50.8 ~ 140.0 mm
Backing Paper
Label
Fig. 2-1 Fig. 2-2
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2. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS
EM10-33006A
(Revision Sep. 25, '95)
2.1 MEDIA
2) Tag Paper
Black Mark
Min. 12 mm
2.0 ~ 10.0 mm
10.0 ~ 999 mm
<Design>
76.2 mm
Max.
Ø200.0 mm
Print Side
50.8 ~ 140.0 mm
Fig. 2-3 Fig. 2-4
NOTE:
The reflection rate of the black mark is 10% or less at wavelength of 950 nm. A square hole can substitute for the black mark. When the square hole is used, no printing is allowed on the back side.
<Non Print Area>
2 mm
1.0 mm
Cut Position
Printing Area
Printing Area
2 mm
1.0 mm
1.5 mm 1.5 mm
Black Mark
1.5 mm
1.5 mm
Fig. 2-5
Fig. 2-6
NOTE:
Max. effective print area is 128.0 mm (W) x 995 mm (L) for label, 128.0 mm (W) x 997 mm (L) for tag paper.
3) Relationship between the head effective print width and paper
Head effective print width
Outside the print range
Outside the print range
6 mm
6 mm
128.0 mm
±
0.2 mm
140 mm
(Maximum paper width)
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2. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date Sep. 25, '95)
2.2 RIBBON
No.
1
2
3
4
5
Shape
Width
Item
Max. length
Max. OD
Back treatment
6 Core
7
8
9
Leader tape
End tape
Winding method
■
Ribbon Core Shape
Material
Shape
Specification
Spool type
68 ~ 134 mm
600 m
ø 90 mm
Coated
Cardboard
See Fig. 2-7.
Polyester film (Opaque), 300
±
5 mm long
Polyester film (Opaque), 250
±
5 mm long
The ink side is outside of ribbon winding.
25.7
±
0.2 mm
68 ~ 134 mm
Fig. 2-7
NOTE:
When purchasing ribbons locally, they must meet the above size. There may be TOSHIBA
TEC-approved ribbons which do not fall within the above size, however, they have to functional problem.
The ribbon should be would at center of the core.
Fig. 2-8 Positional relationship between core and ribbon
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2. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date Aug. 10, '95)
2.2 RIBBON
Adhesive tape
Leader tape Ink ribbon
End tape
(Non Transmissive)
Adhesive tape
Core
Base
Adhesive tape
Ink outside
Core
Treated back side
Fig. 2-9 Connection between leader tape and ribbon
2.3 CARE AND HANDLING OF THE MEDIA AND RIBBON
CAUTION:
Be sure to read carefully and understand the Supply Manual. Use only media and ribbon which meet specified requirements. Use of non-specified media and ribbon may shorten the head life and result in problems with bar code readability or print quality. All media and ribbon should be handled with care to avoid any damage to the media, ribbon or printer. Read the following guideline carefully.
•
Do not store the media and ribbon for longer than the manufactures recommended shelf life.
•
Store media rolls on the flat end, do not store them on the curved sides as this might flatten that side causing erratic media advance and poor print quality.
•
Store the media in plastic bags and always reseal after opening. Unprotected media can get dirty and the extra abrasion from the dust and dirt particles will shorten the print head life.
•
Store the media and ribbon in a cool, dry place. Avoid areas where they would be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperature, high humidity, dust or gas.
•
The thermal paper used for direct thermal printing must not have the specifications which exceed Na
+
800 ppm, K
+
250 ppm and CL
-
500 ppm.
•
Some ink used on pre-printed labels may contain ingredients which shorten the print head's product life. Do not use labels pre-printed with ink which contain hard substances such as carbonic calcium (CaCO
3
) and kaolin (Al
2
O
3
, 2SiO
2
, 2H
2
O).
•
Avoid using media containing SiO
2
or talc which wears the print head protection layer.
For further information please contact your local distributor or your media and ribbon manufacturer.
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3. OPTIONAL KIT
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10. 2000)
3.1 CUTTER MODULE: B-4205-QM
3. OPTIONAL KIT
Option Name
Cutter module
High speed PC interface board
Memory module
(D-RAM PC board)
Flash memory card
Type
B-4205-QM
B-4800-PC-QM
Part No.
FMBC0067801
Use
This cutter module uses a swing cutter. It cuts backing paper of labels and tag paper automatically in "stop and cut" mode.
To purchase the cutter module, please contact your distributor or TOSHIBA TEC H.Q. can assist in finding one for you.
This interface board quickly controls command transfer and printing. To purchase the high speed PC interface board, please contact your distributor or TOSHIBA TEC H.Q. can assist in finding one for you.
The image buffer can be extended up to 4 MB by installing the 2 MB of D-RAM PC board.
Necessary parts are available from the Parts
Center.
This flash memory card of 1 MB or 4 MB is used to save logos, writable characters and print format.
It is available at retail outlets.
This compact cutter module uses a built-in swing cutter. The specification is provided below:
Cutting method .......................... Swing cut
Cut mode ...................................Stop cut
Minimum cut length ....................Tag paper: 25.4 mm, Label: 38 mm
Home position switch ................. Micro switch
Print Head
32.8 mm
Pinch
Roller
Platen
Cutter
Feed
Roller
Fig. 3-1
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3. OPTIONAL KIT
EM10-33006A
3.2 HIGH SPEED PC INTERFACE BOARD : B-4800-QM
3.2 HIGH SPEED PC INTERFACE BOARD: B-4800-PC-QM
Command transfer and printing can be processed quickly by connecting a PC and the printer via a FIFO
(first-in first-out) IC on the high speed PC interface board. For details, refer to the specification for high speed PC interface.
Configuration of interface
Command
PC
Image data
Data FIFO
Command
Printer
Image data
Status
Status FIFO
Status request
Reset request
Image data
Transfer request
Fig. 3-2
Signal description
Signal
Data FIFO
Status FIFO
Status request signal
Reset request signal
Image data transfer request signal
Direction
PC
PC
PC
PC
PC
/
,
/
/
,
Printer
Printer
Printer
Printer
Printer
Description
FIFO to transfer commands and image data. In case of a command, FIFO data reading is performed by the CPU. In case of image data, reading is performed by DMA transfer.
FIFO to transfer status. The status for a status autosending or for status request is written by the
BPE.
The PC turns this signal high-level to request for a status. It is cleared when reading is performed.
The PC turns this signal high-level to request for reset. It is cleared when reading is performed.
The printer turns this signal high-level when ready for an image data transfer. When transfer is completed, it is turned low-level.
The PC must not write the image data to the FIFO until this signal turns high level. Also, the PC must confirm that this signal is low-level for sending a command.
Transmission control
■
When a command is sent from the PC to the printer:
Confirms that the image data transfer request bit has not been ON and the FIFO is vacant, then writes a command to the FIFO.
■
When image data is sent from the PC to the printer:
Confirms that the image data transfer request bit has been ON, then writes the image data to the FIFO.
■
When the printer transfers image data from the PC using DMA:
Turns the image data transfer request bit high-level to start DMA. When DMA transfer of all the image data is completed, turns the image transfer request bit low-level.
■
When a status is sent from the printer to the PC: Writes a status to the FIFO.
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3. OPTIONAL KIT
EM10-33006A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10. 2000)
3.3 MEMORY MODULE
This memory module is a D-RAM PC board used to extend the image buffer. An image buffer, equipped with 2MB (2MB x 1) as standard, can be expanded up to 4MB by installing the 2MB of D-RAM PC board.
RAM
Capacity
2MB
4MB
IC No.
Part No.
IC17~20
IC17~24
CAC-0293001
CAC-0293001
Max. drawing size (normal)
(W) x (H) (mm)
Batch
Strip Auto-cut
138.0 x 640.0
*138.0 x 995.0
*138.0 x
991.0
Max. drawing size (on-the-fly)
Batch
(W) x (H) (mm)
Strip
Auto-cut
138.0 x 320.0
138.0 x 661.3
Remarks
Option
Option
*: The size for the tag paper is 138.0 x 997.0.
D-RAM PC board is available from the Parts Center.
When purchasing please refer to the following.
8DRAM PC Board Ass'y
Part No. FMBC0067801 (Service No. B-249-01)
NOTE: Common use as B-672/872 Series.
This flash memory card of 1 MB or 4 MB is used to save logs, writable characters and print format data.
It is directly connected to CN1 on the I/F PC board, and stored data can be overwritten by down-lineloading from the PC.
When purchasing flash memory cards, refer to the following table. The proper operation of these memory cards have been verified.
Capacity
1M
Byte
4M
Byte
Maker
Maxell
Mitsubishi
Maxell
Maxell
Centennial Technologies INC.
INTEL
Simple TECHNOLOGY
Mitsubishi
PC Card KING MAX
PC Card
Type
EF-1M-TB AA
MF81M1-GBDAT01
EF-4M-TB CC
EF-4M-TB DC
FL04M-15-11119-03
IMC004FLSA
STI-FL/4A
MF84M1-G7DAT01
FJN-004M6C
FJP-004M6R
Device code
D0H
88H
ADH
A2H
A0H
Maker code
1CH
B0H
04H
01H
89H
89H
3.5 FANFOLD PAPER GUIDE MODULE: B-4905-FF-QM
This is paper guide exclusively used for fanfold paper. Attaching it in place of the standard paper guide allows the printer to print on fanfold paper.
For the installation procedure, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
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PRINTED IN JAPAN
EM10-33006A
TEC Thermal Printer
B-570 SERIES
Maintenance Manual
Document No. EM18-33010A
Original
Nov., 1993
(Revision Feb., 2000)
Table of Contents
PRINTED IN JAPAN
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
Page
2.1 REPLACING THE PS UNIT, I/F PC BOARD AND CPU PC BOARD ......... 2- 2
2.2 REPLACING THE STEPPING MOTOR ...................................................... 2- 4
2.3 REPLACING THE RIBBON MOTORS ........................................................ 2- 5
2.4 REPLACING THE TAKE-UP MOTOR ........................................................ 2- 5
2.5 REPLACING THE SOLENOID .................................................................... 2- 7
2.6 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD ................................................................ 2- 8
2.7 REPLACING THE PLATEN AND FEED ROLLER ..................................... 2-11
2.8 REPLACING THE PAPER SENSOR ......................................................... 2-13
2.9 REPLACING THE RIBBON BACK TENSION BLOCK .............................. 2-13
2.10 REPLACING THE PINCH ROLLER SHAFT ASS’Y .................................. 2-14
2.11 CORRECTING SKEW PRINTING ............................................................. 2-16
3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ................ 3- 1
3.1 HIGH SPEED PC INTERFACE BOARD (B-4800-PC-QM) ......................... 3- 1
3.2 CUTTER MODULE (B-4205-QM) ............................................................... 3- 3
3.4 FANFOLD PAPER GUIDE MODULE (B-4905-FF-QM) .............................. 3- 7
4.1 CUTTER DRIVE (CUT MODE) ................................................................... 4- 1
CAUTION:
1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of
TOSHIBA TEC.
2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification.
3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.
Copyright © 2000 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN
1. UNPACKING
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Sep. 14 ’95)
1.1 Procedure
1. UNPACKING
1) Open the carton.
2) Unpack the accessories from the carton.
3) Unpack the side pad (L)/(R) and the printer from the carton.
4) Place the printer on a level surface.
Owner’s Manual
Side Pad (L)
Unpacking
Procedure
Rewinder
Guide Plate
Rear Pad
Power Cord
Thermal Printer
Head Cleaner
Supply
Holder
Carton
1) Check for any damage or scratches on the machine.
2) Confirm that none of the accessories are missing.
NOTE: Keep the carton and side pads for later transport.
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Side Pad (R)
Fig. 1-1
2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Dec. 09, ’94)
2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
WARNING!
Disconnect power cord before replacing important parts.
CAUTION:
1. NEVER separate the ribbon motors from the attaching plate (bracket), because doing so will change their adjustment. (See Fig. 2-8)
2. NEVER remove the two screws painted red on the side of the print block. (See Fig. 2-13)
3. NEVER remove the four screws on the side of the print block. (See Fig. 2-13)
4. NEVER remove the four screws painted red fixing the right plate and reinforcing plate.
(See Fig. 2-16) However, the machine with a serial number of 4T x x x x x x or later is not equipped with the red screws because of the change in the right plate shape.
5. NEVER remove unmentioned screws because doing so will change their adjustment.
1) Turn the power off.
2) Open the top cover to remove the four FL-3x5 screws. Slide the top cover to the left to release the damper and remove the top cover.
3) Remove the seven screws (FL-4x5 and B-4x5) to remove the left side cover.
4) Disconnect the FAN motor connector from the PS unit.
Top Cover
Left Side Cover
Screw (FL-3x5)
FAN Motor
Damper
Screw (FL-4x5)
Screw (B-4x5)
Fig. 2-1
NOTE: Instructions to remove the top cover and left side cover are omitted from each removal/ installation procedure provided below.
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Lubrication
CAUTION:
1) Lubrication: During parts replacement
2) Kinds of oil: FLOIL G-488: 1 Kg can. (Part No. 19454906001).
Any machine is generally in its best condition when delivered; therefore, it is necessary to try to keep this condition. Unexpected failure occurs due to lack of oil, debris or dust. To keep its best condition, periodically clean the machine and apply proper kinds of oil to each part in which lubrication is needed.
Although the frequency of lubrication varies according to how much the machine is used, at least it is necessary to lubricate before the machine becomes dry. It is also necessary to wipe off excessive oil as it collects dirt.
CAUTION:
Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants. Unsuitable oil can damage the mechanism.
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2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
2.1 REPLACING THE PS UNIT, I/F PC BOARD AND CPU PC BOARD
2.1 REPLACING THE PS UNIT, I/F PC BOARD AND CPU PC BOARD
CAUTION:
Replace only with same type and ratings of fuse for continued protection against risk of fire.
1) Remove the three FL-4x6 screws and disconnect the two connectors to detach the PS unit.
2) Remove the FL-3x5 screw and the four locking supports to remove the I/F PC board.
I/F PC Board
Locking Support
Screw (FL-3x5)
Screw (FL-4x6)
Connector
PS Unit
Fig. 2-2
Screw (FL-4x6)
3) Disconnect the 13 connectors from the CPU PC board.
4) Remove the six screws (SM-3x6B, SM-3x6C) to detach the CPU PC board from the printer.
Connector
Connector
Screw (SM-3x6B)
Connector
Screw (SM-3x6B)
Screw (SM-3x6C)
Connector
CPU PC Board
Screw (SM-3x6B)
Connector
Connector
Screw (SM-3x6B)
Connector
Fig. 2-3
5) Replace the PS unit, I/F PC board and CPU PC board. Insert the connectors correctly and install in the reverse order of removal above. Do not mount the left side cover and top cover.
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EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
2.1 REPLACING THE PS UNIT, I/F PC BOARD AND CPU PC BOARD
6) Adjust the ribbon end sensor.
Use the following Ribbons; TTM-78 (Maker: Fujicopian)
1
Set the ribbon so that the ribbon end sensor can detect the ribbon. Turn the power on.
2
Turn the VR1 so that the voltage between Pin
1 (GND) and Pin 7 of CN12 is 3.0
±
0.2 V with an oscilloscope.
3
Turn the power off and mount the left side cover and top cover.
CN7
CN8
VR1
1 13
CN9 CN12
IC23
IC25
IC28
CN10
Fig. 2-4
Range : 1V / 0.2 m sec.
VR1
Voltage
3.0 0.2V
GND
Fig. 2-5
7) Adjust the black mark sensor.
As the black mark sensor is adjusted by key entries in system mode, refer to page 6-39 for the adjustment procedure.
8) Adjust the feed gap sensor.
As the feed gap sensor is adjusted by key entries in system mode, refer to page 6-40 for the adjustment procedure.
CAUTION:
Be careful when replacing the CPU PC board, since a non-resettable counter (IC12) is installed on this board. (Refer to Section 6.2.1 Maintenance Counter Printing.)
If this counter should be reset, replace IC12.
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2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
2.2 REPLACING THE STEPPING MOTOR
2.2 REPLACING THE STEPPING MOTOR
1) Remove the two black screws to detach the front plate, remove the two FL-4x6 screws to detach the belt cover.
Front Plate
Belt Cover
Black Screw
Screw (FL-4x6)
Fig. 2-6
2) Unclamp and disconnect the connector from CN13 on the CPU PC board.
3) Remove the two SM-4x8B screws, loosen the two belts from the pinion gear, and remove the stepping motor.
Partition
Platen Belt
Screw (SM-4x8B)
CPU PC Board
Clamp
CN13
Pinion Gear
Feed Roller Belt
PS Unit
Fig. 2-7
Stepping Motor
4) When replacing the stepping motor, place the platen belt first then the feed roller belt around the pinion gear so that the partition is positioned between two belts. Hold down the stepping motor at
3.5 kg
±
300 g force and secure it so that the belts have no slack or disengagament.
5) Reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
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EM18-33010A
2.3 REPLACING THE RIBBON MORTORS
2.3 REPLACING THE RIBBON MOTORS
CAUTION:
NEVER separate the ribbon motors from the attaching plate because doing so will change their adjustment.
1) Disconnect the connector and remove the two SM-3x5B screws to detach the ribbon motors.
FLOIL G-488
Attaching Plate
FLOIL
FLOIL G-488
Ribbon Motor
Screw (SM-3x5B)
Connector (Red)
Connector (Black)
Attaching Plate
Dowels
Ribbon Motor
Fig. 2-8
Screw (SM-3x5B)
2) Replace the ribbon motors, then align the dowels to attach the ribbon motors. Reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
2.4 REPLACING THE TAKE-UP MOTOR
CAUTION:
NEVER separate the take-up motor from the bracket because doing so will change the adjustment.
NOTE: The following procedure can be employed without removing the top cover and left side cover.
1) Remove the four FL-3x5 screws to detach the motor cover.
2) Remove the connector for the rewind full sensor (LED).
3) Disconnect the connector from the CN1 on the PWM PC board and remove the two FL-3x5 screws to detach the take-up motor.
PWM PC Board
Connector (CN1)
Screw (FL-3x5)
Bracket
Motor Cover
Screw (FL-3x5)
Take-up Motor
Connector
Fig. 2-9
4) Replace the take-up motor, then align the dowels to attach the motor cover and rewind full sensor
(Tr).
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2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
2.5 REPLACING THE SOLENOID
NOTE: The following procedure can be employed without removing the top cover and left side cover.
1) Before removing the ribbon stopper, check its attaching direction for later installation. Remove the ribbon stopper from the ribbon shaft on which the ribbon is wound.
2) Remove the two SM-4x8B screws, disconnect the connector CN1 on the RSV PC board to detach the solenoid unit.
Connector CN1 (3 pin)
Screw (SM-4x8B)
Solenoid Attaching Plate
Ribbon Shaft
CN2 (2 pin)
RSV PC Board
Ribbon Stopper
Print Block
Fig. 2-10
3) Remove the two SM-3x5B screws and disconnect the CN2 connector on the RSV PC board to detach the solenoid.
Connector CN2 (2 pin)
Solenoid
Solenoid Attaching Plate
RSV PC Board
Screw (SM-3x5B)
Fig. 2-11
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2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
2.5 REPLACING THE SOLENOID
NOTE: Make sure to remove any dust that appears during removal or installation because it may affect the print quality.
4) Replace the solenoid and attach it to the solenoid attaching plate.
5) Assemble the solenoid unit so that the head up link engages the spring pin.
Head Up Link
Solenoid
Fig. 2-12
Spring Pin
CAUTION:
Take care to orient the screws so that they are vertically aligned with the solenoid attaching plate.
6) Reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
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2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Feb. 01, ’96)
2.6 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD
CAUTION:
1. NEVER touch the element when handling the print head.
2. NEVER touch the connector pins to avoid a breakdown of the print head by static electricity.
3. NEVER remove the two screws painted red on the side of the print block.
4. NEVER remove the four screws on the side of the print block.
5. NEVER remove the print block, otherwise it requires the adjustment of the position when reassembling.
NOTE: The following procedure can be employed without removing the top cover and the left side cover.
2.6.1
Old type print head
1) Turn the head lever clockwise to lower the print head. Remove the two SM-4x8B screws.
2) Turn the head lever counter clockwise and disconnect the two connectors to detach the print head from the print block.
Screw (SM-4x8B)
Print Block
Screws
(NEVER remove these screws.)
Connector
Print Head
Connector
Head Lever
Screws painted red
(NEVER remove these screws.)
Fig. 2-13
3) Replace the print head, connect the connectors and install it in the print block.
4) Turn the head lever clockwise. Push the print head and secure it temporarily.
Follow the procedure on the next page.
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2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Feb. 01, ’96)
2.6 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD
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Adjusting the print head position
1 Fit the jig in the platen and strip shaft.
2 Press the jig at an angle of 45
°
until it is sung against the print head. Then secure the print head.
Platen
Print Head
Jig
Strip Shaft
Ceramic
Platen
Strip Shaft
Fig. 2-14
3 Remove the jig.
4 Refer to page 6-43 and clear the maintenance counter.
5 Refer to page 6-31 and perform test print.
NOTE: Use caution to prevent damage to the element during adjustment of the print head.
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EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Feb. 01, ’96)
2.6 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD
2.6.2
New type print head
NOTE: NEVER loosen screws other than two SM-4x8B.
1) Turn the head lever clockwise to lower the print head. Remove the two SM-4x8B screws.
2) Turn the head lever counterclockwise and disconnect the two connectors to detach the print head from the print block.
Screw (SM-4x8B)
Screws
(NEVER remove these screws.)
Print Block
Connector
B
A
Screws painted red
(NEVER remove these screws.)
B
Connector
Print Head
Fig. 2-15
3) Replace the print head and connect the connectors.
4) Align the two holes A in the middle of the print head with the print head position adjusting pins provided in the print block and fit the print head into the print block.
5) Turn the head lever clockwise and secure the print head with screws in the holes B .
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Adjusting the print head position
When print tone becomes light from using special paper with improper print head position, please follow the procedure below and adjust the print head position.
NOTE:
Never loosen screws C unless print position fine adjustment is required because they have been adjusted properly. Doing so will change the adjustment.
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EM18-33010A
2.6 REPLACING THE PRINT HEAD
Print Head Bracket
Print Head b b (securing the print head) c A
(Print Head Position
Adjusting Pin) c (securing the adjusting pin)
Fig. 2-16
(1) Loosen the screws c securing the print head position adjusting pin.
(2) Loosen the screws b one by one, slightly move the print head backward or forward, and then tighten the screws b and c . Ensure that the print head is parallel to the platen. If not, print tone will be uneven.
(3) Make a test print and if necessary, repeat Step 2) until the printer prints properly.
2.7 REPLACING THE PLATEN AND FEED ROLLER
CAUTION:
1. NEVER remove the four screws painted red fixing the right plate and reinforcing plate.
(See Fig. 2-16)
2. The pinch roller belt assembled inside the printer does not need to be replaced because it receives less load.
1) Remove the front plate and belt cover. (See Fig. 2-6.)
2) Turn the head lever counterclockwise, then release the ribbon shaft holder plate.
Head Lever
E-ring (M3)
Hold Shaft
Ribbon Shaft Holder Plate
2-11
Fig. 2-17
2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Sep. 29, ‘95)
2.7 REPLACING THE PLATEN AND FEED ROLLER
3) Disconnect the connector for the strip sensor (LED).
4) Remove the six screws (FL-4x6, B-4x12 and P-3x12) to detach the right plate ass’y.
Right Plate
Screw (B-4x12)
Connector
Screws painted red
(NEVER remove these screws.)
Strip Sensor (LED)
Screw (B-4x12)
Screw (FL-4x6)
Screw (P-3x12)
Fig. 2-18
NOTE: The machine with a serial number of 4T x x x x x x or later is not equipped with the red screws because of the change in the right plate shape.
5) Loosen the two screws (SM-4x8B) fixing the stepping motor to loosen the platen belt and feed roller belt.
6) Remove the platen belt to detach the platen. Remove the feed roller belt to detach the feed roller.
7) Remove both bearings from the platen or feed roller.
Feed Roller Belt
Holder
Feed Roller (Gray)
Holder
Platen Belt
Holder
Platen (Black)
Fig. 2-19
8) Replace the platen and feed roller, put on the belt and assemble it with the printer. The longer belt is the platen belt.
9) Attach the right plate.
10) Hold down the stepping motor and secure it so that the belts have no slack or disengagement.
11) Reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
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2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
2.8 REPLACING THE PAPER SENSOR
2.8 REPLACING THE PAPER SENSOR
NOTE: Turn the knob until the paper sensor reaches full forward.
1) Disconnent the connector for the strip sensor (LED) to remove right plate ass’y.
(See Figs. 2-17 and 2-18.)
2) Disconnect the connectors for the paper sensor.
3) Remove M1.5 E-ring, M3 washer and paper sensor unit.
4) Remove M1.5 E-ring, turn the knob counter clockwise, then remove the paper sensor.
Connector (4 pin)
Paper Sensor
Sensor Shaft
Knob
Connector (2 pin)
E-ring (M3)
Washer (M3)
E-ring (M3)
Fig. 2-20
5) Replace the paper sensor and reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
6) After replacing the paper sensor, refer to page 6-32/6-33 and adjust the voltage.
2.9 REPLACING THE RIBBON BACK TENSION BLOCK
1) Turn the head lever counterclockwise, then release the ribbon shaft holder plate.
2) Remove the M3 E-ring and the two M3 washers to remove the ribbon back tension block. At this time, remove the back tension stopper and ribbon back tension washer from the ribbon back tension block.
Ribbon Back Tension Washer
Back Tension Stopper
Ribbon Back Tension Block
Washer (M3)
E-ring (M3)
3) Replace the back tension block and reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
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Fig. 2-21
2. MAJOR UNIT REPLACEMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Sep. 29, ’95)
2.10 REPLACING THE PINCH ROLLER SHAFT ASS’Y
2.10 REPLACING THE PINCH ROLLER SHAFT ASS’Y
1) Turn the head lever to position 3 , and release the ribbon shaft holder plate.
2) Remove the black screw to detach the media guide plate.
Media Sensor
B
1.5 mm~2.5 mm
B
Printer Block Base
Media Guide Plate
Black Screw
(HAA-0004001)
Fig. 2-22
3) Remove the SM-4x8B screw to detach the spring plate.
4) Remove the six B-4x12 screws to detach the pinch roller cover.
5) Remove the E-5 E-ring to loosen the pinch roller belt, and remove the pinch roller shaft ass’y.
E-5
SM-4x8B
Spring Plate
B-4x12
Pinch Roller Belt
Pinch Roller Cover
Pinch Roller Shaft Ass’y
W-8
Pinch Roller Cover
Fig. 2-23
6) After replacing the pinch roller shaft ass’y, make the following adjustment while you reassemble the pinch roller shaft ass’y in the reverse order of removal.
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EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Sep. 29, ’95)
2.10 REPLACING THE PINCH ROLLER SHAFT ASS’Y
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Adjustment
1.
Install the pinch roller unit so it parallels the base. If it does not, change the engaging position of the pinch roller belt and the pulley.
Pinch Roller Belt
Pinch Roller
Unit
Pulley
Base
Fig. 2-24
2.
Attach the jig to the platen, feed roller and pinch roller shaft as shown in the figure below.
Then attach the pinch roller cover to the pinch roller frame with the three B-4x12 screws.
Then secure the pinch roller frame with the three B-4x12 screws.
Pinch Roller Cover
B-4x12 (6 screws)
Jig
Fig. 2-25
NOTES:1. Replace the platen and the feed roller prior to attaching the jig.
2. Attach the jig while the pinch roller frame is tentatively attached to the main frame with the
B-4x12 screws. Secure the pinch roller cover to the pinch roller frame with the three B-4x12 screws, then tighten the other side of the screws.
3. The flat top of the pinch roller frame must be installed in parallel to bosses on the printer frame.
Check
1 Check if excessive load is applied to the jig after the above NOTE 2.
(For example, check if the pinch roller frame moves when the jig is removed.)
2 Check that there is no gap caused by a slant shaft between the pinch roller and the feed roller when the pinch roller is lowered.
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EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Sep. 29, ’95)
2.10 REPLACING THE PINCH ROLLER SHAFT ASS’Y
3.
Turn the head lever clockwise to lock the pinch roller shaft ass’y. Attach the spring plate to the pinch roller frame with the two SM-4x8B screws, pushing the spring plate toward the rear of the printer.
SM-4x8B
Spring Plate
Pinch Roller Frame
Pinch Roller Shaft Ass’y
Fig. 2-26
NOTE: Check that the pinch roller shaft ass’y moves up and down smoothly when turning the head lever clockwise and counterclockwise.
4.
Install the media guide plate to the printer so there is a 1.5 to 2.5 mm gap between the media guide plate and the printer block base.
l
If media still skews after adjusting the pinch roller shaft ass’y with the jig, follow the procedure below to correct the skew problem.
1.
Check if the media skews right or left.
2.
Loosen the B-4x12 screw to move the pinch roller cover to the front or rear of the printer depending on the skew direction.
Front
Rear
Fig. 2-27
When the media skews right, move the pinch roller cover to the front.
When the media skews left, move the pinch roller cover to the rear.
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If a paper skew problem should occur when using rolls would with labels facing outside after completing the modification, adjust the paper guide as follows.
* In case the label skews to the right side of the print head, move the guide downward.
* In case the label skews to the left side of the print head, move the guide upward.
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Guide Plate
Fig. 2-28
3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
3.1 HIGH SPEED PC INTERFACE BOARD (B-4800-PC-QM)
3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT
WARNING!
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing the optional equipment.
3.1 HIGH SPEED PC INTERFACE BOARD (B-4800-PC-QM)
The high speed PC interface board can be used together with the IBM PC-AT or its compatible machine only.
Description
BPE PC board
BPC PC board
Printer cable
Cable support
Q’ty/Unit
1
1
1
1
Description
Locking support
Program diskette
Owner’s Manual
Q’ty/Unit
2
1
1
1.
Remove the top cover and left side cover. (See Fig. 2-1.)
2.
Remove the two FL-3x5 screws to detach the blind plate.
3.
Pass the printer cable through the opening.
4.
Fasten the ground wire of the printer cable to the CPU PC board at the upper right with the SM-3x6B screw securing the CPU PC board.
5.
Attach the two locking supports to the main frame plate. Install the BPE PC board aligning with the connector (CN10) and locking supports.
Ground Wire
Main Frame Plate
Connector (CN10)
CPU PC Board
Opening
Blind Plate
Screw (FL-3x5)
Screw (SM-3x6B)
Locking Supports
BPE PC Board
Printer Cabel
Fig. 3-1
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3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
3.1 HIGH SPEED PC INTERFACE BOARD (B-4800-PC-QM)
6.
Connect the printer cable to the connector (CN1) on the BPE PC board.
7.
Put the cable strain relief of the printer cable in the notch of the cable support plate. Secure the cable strain relief to the cable support plate by turning the nut.
8.
Attach the cable support plate to the printer with the FL3x5 screws removed in step 2.
BPE PC Board
Cable Support
Connector (CN1)
Cable Strain Relief
Nut
Printer Cable
Screw (FL-3x5)
Fig. 3-2
9.
Reassemble in the reverse order of removal.
10. Following procedure should be employed with your PC after this.
11. Set the DIP SW. on the BPC PC board for the I/O address according to your PC.
12. Install the BPC PC board on the expansion port bus line of your PC.
13. Connect the printer cable mentioned in step 5 to the BPC PC board.
14. Insert the attached FDK into the FDD and install the data in the hard disk. Since the installation procedure is different between MS-DOS and Windows, refer to each owner’s manual.
15. Perform a motion check.
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3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
3.2 CUTTER MODULE (B-4205-QM)
Description
Cutter Unit
Cutter Cover
Take-up/Cutter Harness
Q’ty/Unit
1
1
1
Description
Cutter Attaching Screw
Screw (FL-4x6)
Cleaner
Q’ty/Unit
2
1
1
NOTE: For the B-570 series, the take-up/cutter harness enclosed with the B-4205-QM is not used but the take-up harness connected to CN2 on the PWM PC board.
1.
Remove the top cover and left side cover. (See Fig. 2-1.)
2.
Remove the I/F PC board. (See Fig. 2-2.)
3.
Remove the front plate. (See Fig. 2-6.)
4.
Remove the screw (SM-4x8B) and two connectors to detach the operation panel.
Screw (SM-4x8B)
Connector
Operation Panel
Fig. 3-3
5.
Unclamp and disconnect the connector for the strip sensor from CN6 on the CPU PC board.
6.
Remove the SM-4x6B screw to detach the strip sensor (LED)/(Tr).
Connector (CN6)
Strip Sensor (LED)
CPU PC Board
Clamp
Strip Sensor (Tr)
Screw (SM-4x6B)
3-3
Fig. 3-4
3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
SVO7A1003: Nov. 21 ’97
3.2 CUTTER MODULE (B-4205-QM)
7.
Install the cutter unit with the attached screws (cutter attaching screw, FL-4x6).
When installing the cutter, make sure that the cutter guide is not in contact with the platen. If it is, print failure or noise may be caused.
Fig. 3-5
8.
Remove the motor cover. (See Fig. 2-9.)
9.
Disconnect the connector from CN2 on the PWM PC board.
Clamp and pass the cable through the opening and connect it to the CN1 on the Cutter I/F PC board.
Clamp
PWM PC Board
Connector (CN2)
Opening
CPU PC Board
Cable
3-4
Cutter Unit
Cut I/F PC Board
Connector (CN2)
Fig. 3-6
3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Aug. 11, ’95)
3.2 CUTTER MODULE (B-4205-QM)
10. Mount the cutter cover with the two screws.
Screw
Cutter Attaching Screw
Cutter Cover
Fig. 3-7
11. Reassemble the motor cover, rewind full sensor (Tr), I/F PC board, left side cover and top cover in order.
12. After reassembly is complete, perform a test print to confirm that the cutter works properly.
After printing a print sample at a speed of 8”/sec., feed the media about 33 mm and check that the swing cutter works without error. After cutting the media, feed the media about 33 mm in the reverse direction and check that it correctly stops at the print start position.
NOTES:
1. If the top edge of label winds onto the platen in cut issue, set DIP SW. 1-5 to ON.
(Refer to the Owner’s Manual.)
2. Retain the parts that are removed during installation of the cutter unit. They will be required when the printer is modified to a standard type.
Removed Parts
Front plate
Black screws
Q’ty/Unit
1
2
Removed Parts
Strip sensor (LED)/(Tr)
Screw (P-4x6)
Q’ty/Unit
1
2
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Adjusting the Cutter Guide Plates
After replacing the cutter unit the following adjusting procedure should be employed to prevent paper jams.
1.
Attach the cutter guide plate A with two SM-4x6C screws so that the fixed cutter is positioned 0.1
mm to 0.4 mm above the bottom of the cutter guide plate A.
2.
Attach the cutter guide plate B with two FL-4x8 screws so that there is a clearance of 0.5 mm between the cutter guide plate A and cutter guide plate B using a clearance gauge.
Screw
(SM-4x6C)
Cutter Guide Plate A
Fixed Cutter
Screw
(FL-4x8)
3-5
Cutter Guide Plate B
Fig. 3-8
3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
3.3 MEMORY MODULE
3.3.1
For Old CPU Board
1. Remove the top cover and left side cover. (See Fig. 2-1.)
2. Hold the memory module so that the Pin 1 is on the upper right, then attach the memory module to the IC socket. Expanding the memory must be performed in sequence, IC19, IC20, IC21,
IC22, IC23 and IC24.
CPU PC Board
IC19
IC Socket
IC24
Pin 1
Fig. 3-9
Memory Module
3. Reassemble the left side cover in the reverse order of removal.
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Expansion memory and drawing size
RAM
Capacity
1MB
1.5MB
2MB
2.5MB
3MB
3.5MB
4MB
IC No.
IC17, 18
IC17~19
IC17~20
IC17~21
IC17~22
IC17~23
IC17~24
Max. drawing size (normal)
(W)x(H) (mm)
Batch Strip Auto-cut
138.0 x 298.6
138.0 x 469.3
138.0 x 640.0
138.0 x 810.7
138.0 x 981.4
*138.0 x 995.0
*138.0 x 995.0
*138.0 x
991.0
*138.0 x
991.0
*: The size for the tag paper is 138.0x997.0.
Max. drawing size (on-the-fly)
(W)x(H) (mm)
Batch Strip Auto-cut
138.0 x 149.3
138.0 x 234.6
138.0 x 320.0
138.0 x 405.3
138.0 x 490.7
138.0 x 576.0
138.0 x 661.3
Remarks
Standard
Option
Option
Option
Option
Option
Option
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3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
3.3 MEMORY MODULE
3.3.2
For New CPU PC Board
1. Open the right side cover and the top cover. (Refer to Fig. 2-1.)
2. Remove the left side cover. (Refer to Fig. 2-1.)
3. Directly connect the D-RAM PC board to CN16 on the CPU PC board, and then secure it with the two locking support.
CPU PC Board
Locking Support
D-RAM PC Board
CN16
Fig. 3-10
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Expansion memory and drawing size
RAM
Capacity
2MB
4MB
Max. drawing size (normal)
(W) x (H) (mm)
Max. drawing size (on-the-fly)
(W) x (H) (mm)
Batch Strip Auto-cut
138.0 x 640.0
Batch Strip Auto-cut
138.0 x 320.0
138.0 x 995.0
(NOTE 1)
138.0 x
991.0
(NOTE 1)
130.8 x 661.3
Remarks
Standard
((IC19)
Option
(IC19 and
DRAM PCB)
NOTES: 1. The size for the tag paper is 79.68 x 997.0
2. Addition of the D-RAM and the DRAM PC board can expand the memory up to 4MB of the old CPU PC board and the new CPU PC board, respectively.
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3. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
3.4 FANFOLD PAPER GUIDE MODULE (B-4905-FF-QM)
3.4 FANFOLD PAPER GUIDE MODULE (B-4905-FF-QM)
Description
Fanfold Paper Guide(rear)
Fanfood Paper Guide (front)
Q’ty/Unit
1
1
1.
Open the top cover.
2.
Remove the T-4x8 screws to detach the paper guide ass’y at the center of the printer and attach the fanfold paper guide (front) with these same screws.
Fanfold Paper Guide
(front)
Screw (T-4x8)
Fig. 3-11
3.
Remove the FL-4x5 screw to detach the blind plate on the back of the printer and attach the fanfold paper guide (rear) with the same screw.
Screw (FL-4x5)
Fanfold Paper Guide (rear)
3-8
Screw (FL-4x5)
Fig. 3-12
4. MECHANISM DESCRIPTION
EM18-33010A
4.1 CUTTER DRIVE (CUTTER MODE)
4. MECHANISM DESCRIPTION
4.1 CUTTER DRIVE (CUTTER MODE)
The printer supplies DC + 27 V to the cutter motor to rotate the cutter motor and clutch counter clockwise.
The arm swings like a pendulum and moves the fixed slide cutter up and down to make a cut.
Micro Switch
Fixed Cutter
Slide Cutter
Slide Cutter
Cutter Motor Clutch
Arm
Cutter Motor
Fig. 4-1
After making a cut, the arm turns the micro switch off and the cutter home position is detected.
When the cutter does not return to the home position because of a paper jam, an error occurs and the next piece of paper will not be cut.
Fixed Cutter
Micro Switch
Slide Cutter
Slide Cutter
Clutch
Cutter Motor
Timing chart
+ 27
MOTOR
CHOME
Micro Switch
Cutter Motor
Open Close
Clutch
Open
Arm
Cutting
(one cycle)
4-1
Fig. 4-2
4. MECHANISM DESCRIPTION
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
4.2 HARNESS WIRING
TH Sensor
Rewind Full Sensor
Sensor
Harness
Solenoid
Harness
Cutter Harness
Take-up Harness
Strip Sensor
Clamp
DC Motor
Harness
Clamp
Clamp
Cable Band
(Do not bind the strip sensor, stepping motor and Solenoid Harness)
LCD Harness
HS Harness
I/F PC Board Ass’y
CPU PC Board Ass’y
Cable Band
LCD Harness
LED Harness
HP Harness
LED Harness
Clamp
Stepping Motor
Inlet Ass’y
PS Harness
PS Unit
4-2
Fig. 4-3
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems Cause Solution
Power is not turned
ON.
1. Input voltage to the printer is not within the rated voltage.
(Check by CN1 on the PS unit.)
2. Output voltage from the printer is not within the rated voltage.
(Check that the voltage between Pin
4 and Pin 6 (GND) of CN2 on the PS unit is 27 V.
And check the voltage between Pin 1 and Pin 3 (GND) is 5 V.)
3. CPU PC board is not applied with voltage.
(Check the voltage between Pin 1 and Pin 3 (GND) of the CN18 on the
CPU PC board is 27 V.)
4. Failure of CPU PC board.
• Replace the power cable or power inlet.
• Replace the PS unit.
• Replace the power harness.
• Replace the CPU PC board.
LED or LCD does not light.
1. Failure of the LED board/LCD
2. Failure of the LCD/LED harness
3. Failure of the CPU PC board
• Replace the LED board/LCD.
• Replace the LCD/LED harness.
• Replace the CPU PC board.
Poor printing 1. The print paper is of poor quality.
2. Dirty print head
3. The head lever fastens the print head incompletely.
4. Alignment adjustment of the print head is improper.
• Use the media approved by
TOSHIBA TEC.
• Clean the print head.
• Fasten the head lever completely.
• Re-adjust the print head.
Printer does not print.
1. Print head failure
2. Connection of the print head connector is incomplete, a bad contact, or broken wires.
3. Failure in rewinding/feeding of the ribbon.
• Replace the print head.
• Connect the harness completely, or replace the harness.
4. Failure of the CPU PC board
5. Failure of the software
6. Failure of the printer cable
• Replace the ribbon rewind motor, ribbon feed motor or CPU PC board.
• Replace the CPU PC board.
• Check the program.
• Replace the printer cable.
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5. TROUBLESHOOTING
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems
Dot missing
Blurred print
Ribbon wrinkle
Cause
1. Broken element of print head
2. Broken wires of print head cable
3. Failure of the CPU PC board
Solution
• Replace the print head.
• Replace the print head harness.
• Replace the CPU PC board.
1. Poor quality of media.
2. Dust is attached to the media.
• Use only TOSHIBA TEC specified media.
• Clean the print head and remove the dust from the media.
1. Poor quality of the ribbon
2. Ribbon is not rewound or fed smoothly.
• Use only TOSHIBA TEC specified ribbon.
• Replace the ribbon rewind motor or ribbon feed motor.
Ribbon end error
Label feed failure
1. Poor quality of the ribbon.
2. Improper voltage applied to the ribbon end sensor.
3. Failure of the ribbon end sensor
4. Failure of the circuit which controls the ribbon end sensor.
• Use only TOSHIBA TEC specified ribbon.
• Refer to page 2-3 to adjust the ribbon end sensor.
• Replace the ribbon end sonsor.
• Replace the CPU PC board.
1. Paper is not set properly.
2. Paper of poor quality
3. Improper adjustment of the feed gap sensor or black mark sensor.
4. Failure of the feed gap sensor or black mark sensor
5. Labels cannot be stripped off the backing paper or the backing paper with labels cannot be wound properly.
6. The cutter mechanism is not installed properly.
7. Failure of the stepping motor
• Set the paper properly.
• Use the paper approved by
TOSHIBA TEC.
• Re-adjust the sensor.
• Replace the feed gap sensor or black mark sensor.
• Replace the take-up motor or CPU
PC board.
• Install the cutter mechanism properly.
• Replace the stepping motor or
CPU PC board.
Communication error 1. Failure of the communication cable
2. Failure of the RS-232C connector
3. Failure of the communication connector
4. Failure of the PC or application software
5. Failure of the CPU PC board
• Replace the cable.
• Replace the connector.
• Replace the connector.
• Modify the program.
• Replace IC3 (MC145407).
If the trouble is not solved, replace the CPU PC board.
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EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Dec. 10 '99)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
6.1 OUTLINE OF THE DIAG. TEST OPERATION ........................................... 6- 1
6.2.1 Maintenance Counter Printing .......................................................... 6- 3
6.2.2 Automatic Diagnostic Printing .......................................................... 6- 6
6.2.3 Head Broken Element Check .......................................................... 6-12
6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE ................................................................ 6-13
6.3.1 Feed Length Fine Adjustment ......................................................... 6-15
6.3.2 Cut/Strip Postion Fine Adjustment .................................................. 6-16
6.3.3 Back Feed Length Fine Adujustment .............................................. 6-17
6.3.5 Print Tone Fine Adjustment ............................................................. 6-24
6.3.6 Character Code Selection ............................................................... 6-25
6.3.10 Ribbon Motor Drive Voltage Fine Adjustment ................................. 6-30
6.3.13 Threshold Manual Fine Adjustment for the Black Mark Sensor ...... 6-33
6.3.14 Threshold Manual Fine Adjustment for the Feed Gap Sensor ........ 6-34
6.3.16 Euro Font Code Selection ............................................................... 6-38
6.3.17 Transmission Control Mode Selection ............................................ 6-39
6.3.18 Reset selection when the INPUT • PRIME Signal is ON ................ 6-40
6.5.2 Black Mark Sensor Adjustment ....................................................... 6-49
6.5.3 Feed Gap Sensor Adjustment ......................................................... 6-50
6.5.4 Paper End Setting for Black Mark Sensor ....................................... 6-51
6.5.5 Paper End Setting for Feed Gap Sensor ........................................ 6-52
6.6.1 Maintenance Counter Clear ............................................................ 6-55
CAUTION:
1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of
TOSHIBA TEC.
2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification.
3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.
6. DIAG. TEST OPERATION
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Dec. 10 ‘99)
6.1 OUTLINE OF THE DIAG. TEST OPERATION
6. DIAG. TEST OPERATION
6.1 OUTLINE OF THE DIAG. TEST OPERATION
In system mode the diag. test operation is used to diagnose the printer and to set the parameters by using the [FEED], [RESTART] and [PAUSE] keys on the operation panel. Diag. test operation
(Type I) is started from the power off state and the parameter setting (Type II) is started while the printer is on-line or printing. For further details, please refer to the corresponding pages.
NOTE: Every size in this manual is written in millimeter. To obtain the size in inch, divide by 25.4.
■
Type I
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
■
Self Test Mode (See page 6-3)
Data from the maintenance counter and automatic diagnosis are printed on the media. The result of the head broken element check is indicated in the display.
Press the [RESTART] key.
< 1
Press the [RESTART] key.
< 2
>
>
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
P A R A M E T E R
Press the [RESTART] key.
V 1 . 0 A
S E T
Press the [FEED] key.
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Parameter Setting Mode (See page 6-13)
Fine adjustment of the feed length, cut/strip position, back feed, X axis, print tone, and thresholds of the black mark sensor and feed gap sensor, and selection of character font, font zero, control code, ribbon type, ribbon motor torque, strip wait status, Euro font code, transmission control mode, reset ON/OFF when the INPUT • PRIME signal is ON and Stacker are available in this mode.
< 3 >
T E S T P R I N T
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Test Print Mode (See page 6-41)
Print condition and test print type (slant line, characters and bar code) are selectable.
Press the [RESTART] key.
Press the [FEED] key.
< 4 >
S E N S O R A D J U S T M E N T
Press the [RESTART] key.
Press the [FEED] key.
< 5 >
R A M C L E A R
Press the [FEED] key.
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Sensor Setting Mode (See page 6-48)
A thermistor check and the setting of the black mark and feed gap sensors are available in this mode.
A transmission check is made to both a print head thermistor and an environmental temperature thermistor.
■
RAM Clear Mode (See page 6-53)
Data from the maintenance counter is cleared and parameter setting is initialized in the RAM clear mode.
In system mode the [FEED], [RESTART] and [PAUSE] keys function as described below.
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Key Function Table
Key Name
[FEED] key
[RESTART] key
[PAUSE] key
Function
Used to start the system mode as the [PAUSE] key does. Used to select the parameter mode or to fine adjust the parameters in the negative direction(-).
Used to select the parameter mode or to fine adjust the parameters in the positive direction (+).
Used to start the system mode as the [FEED] key does and to select the parameter mode. Used as an enter key.
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6. DIAG. TEST OPERATION
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Sep. 27, ’95)
6.1 OUTLINE OF THE DIAG. TEST OPERATION n
Type
2
The parameter setting such as feed length fine adjustment or cut/strip position fine adjustment can be changed while the printer is on-line or printing. Pressing the [PAUSE] key causes the printer to enter parameter setting mode. Reset mode is provided for this procedure to cancel the steps which follow the [PAUSE] key without turning the power off.
Power on
O N L I N E
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 1.)
P A U S E
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Hold down the [RESTART] key for more than 3 seconds. (See NOTE 2.)
5
< 1 >
R E S E T
(See NOTE 3.)
Press the [RESTART] key.
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Refer to Section 6.3 Parameter Setting Mode for the following procedure.
Press the [RESTART] key.
Indicates the number of remaining media when the
[PAUSE] key is pressed.
NOTES:
1. Pressing the [PAUSE] key during printing causes the printer to pause printing and show the number of remaining media.
2. If the [RESTART] key is released within 3 seconds, the printer will resume printing because the [RESTART] key is activated.
3. Since the reset is performed when terminating this mode, the printer cancels the remaining media and returns to on-line mode. This reset will not clear the changed parameter settings.
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6. DIAG. TEST OPERATION
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Jan. 14, ’99)
6.2 SELF TEST MODE
In self test mode the printer status is printed in two types of sample print. The result of the head broken element check is indicated in the display.
6.2.1
Maintenance Counter Printing
The data from 1 to 31 on a sample print is printed. This data is the printer status and the value set in the parameter setting mode.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
V 1 . 0 A
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.2.2
Automatic Diagnostics Printing.
R I B B O N T R A N S M I S S I V E
Select the ribbon type from those at the right by pressing the
[FEED] key or [RESTART] key.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
NO RIBBON (No ribbon : Thermal direct)
TRANSMISSIVE
(Transmissive ribbon : Thermal transfer)
NO TRANS.
(Non-transmissive ribbon : Thermal transfer)
M A I
N T E N A N C E C O U N T E R
Press the [PAUSE] key.
C H E C K I N G & P R I N T I N G
The result of the self test is printed. After printing, the initial display will be shown.
[
The printer is checking or printing the status
]
NOTES: 1. If the maintenance counter printing results in an error, the printer will display the error message and stop printing. The error status can be cleared by the [PAUSE] key, however, the display will return to the initial display “<1> DIAGNOSTIC V1.0A”.
Printing is not automatically resumed after the error is cleared.
2. Both label and tag paper can be used for printing.
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6. DIAG. TEST OPERATION
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Dec. 10 ‘99)
6.2 SELF TEST MODE
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Sample Print
[Print Condition]
•
Preset count
•
Print speed
•
Sensor
: 1
: 127 mm/sec.
: No sensor
•
Printing method : Thermal transfer
•
Supply length : 50 mm
•
Issuing mode : Batch printing
(without rewinder)
1) Maintenance Counter
#
(1)
(2)
Item
Total media distance covered
Media distance
Print distance
(25)
(26)
(27)
(28)
(29)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(30)
(31)
(32)
(33)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
TL FEED
FEED
1882.3km
20.5km
15.0km
CUT 148150
HEAD U/D 170
RIBBON 32h
SOLENOID 0h
232C ERR 1
[PC]
FEED
CUT
BACK
TONE(T)
TONE(D)
[KEY]
FEED
SYSERR
PW FAIL
0
0
FONT [PC-850] [0]
CODE [ESC LF NUL]
CUT
BACK
TONE(T)
TONE(D)
RIBN [TRANS.] X ADJ.
RIBN ADJ. [PC] + 0 +0 [KEY] + 0 +0
STATUS [OFF]
THRESHOLD R 1.0V
THRESHOLD T 1.4V
KANJI [TYPE1]
EURO CODE B0H
STACKER [OFF]
DTR/RTS [DTR]
INPUT PRIME [ON]
Count Condition
Counted when the feed motor drives to feed, print and issue the media. (Counted also during ribbon save operation and back feed.) [See NOTE 2].
-10.0mm
-5.0mm
+3.0mm
+3step
+5step
+5.0mm
-1.5mm
+0.5mm
+0step
+1step
+35.0mm
(19)
(20)
(21)
(22)
(23)
(24)
(14)
(15)
(16)
(17)
(18)
Fig. 6-1
Range
0.0 ~ 3200.0 km
0.0 ~ 200.0 km
(3)
(4)
(5)
Cut count
Head up and down count
Counted while printing. (Feeding and issuing media, and ribbon saving operation are not counted.)
[See NOTE 2.]
Counts every cut. [See NOTE 3.]
Counts every up and down of the print head using the solenoid for ribbon save operation.
(Up + Down = 1 count) [See NOTE 3.]
0.0 ~ 200.0 km
0 ~ 1000000 times
0 ~ 2000000 times
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Ribbon motor driving time
Solenoid driving time
RS-232C hardware error count
System error count
Counts when the ribbon motor drives to feed, print and issue the media. (The driving time is not counted during ribbon saving operation, but is during back feed.) [See NOTE 4.]
Counted during ribbon saving operation.
[See NOTE 4.]
Counted when a parity, overrun or framing error occurs. [See NOTE 5.]
Counted when a zero-dividing error occurs or undefined command is retrieved.
0 ~ 2000 hours
0 ~ 1000 hours
0 ~ 255 times
0 ~ 15 times
(10)
Momentary power failure count
Counted when a momentary power failure occurs.
0 ~ 15 times
NOTES:
1. Item from (2) through (10) are initialized to “0” after RAM clear.
2. If the distance is 5.5 m or less, it is rounded down and no data is added to the memory at power off.
3. If the count is 31 counts or less, it is rounded down and no data is added to the memory at power off.
4. If the driving time is 27 sec. or less, it is rounded down and no data is added to the memory at power off.
5. When a sent command results in an error, the same number as the data capacity of the command is counted by byte.
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EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Dec. 10 ‘99)
6.2 SELF TEST MODE
2) Parameters
#
(11)
Item
Character code selection
(12)
(13)
Font zero selection
Control code selection
Ribbon type selection
(14)
(19)
Feed length fine adjustment
(PC), (KEY)
(15)
(20)
(16)
(21)
(17)
(22)
Cut/strip position fine adjustment
(PC), (KEY)
Back feed length fine adjustment
(PC), (KEY)
Print tone fine adjustment
(Thermal transfer) (PC), (KEY)
(18)
(23)
(24)
(25)
Print tone fine adjustment
(Thermal direct) (PC), (KEY)
X axis fine adjustment
Ribbon Motor
(26) Strip wait status
(27)
(28)
(29)
Threshold manual fine adjustment for the black mark sensor
Threshold manual fine adjustment for the feed gap sensor
Kanji code type
(30)
(31)
(not supported by QQ/QP models.)
Euro font code setting
Stacker
(32)
(not supported by QQ/QP models.)
Transmission Control Mode
(33) Reset selection when the
INPUT • PRIME signal is ON.
PC-850
PC-8
0
Ø
Contents
: PC-850
: PC-8
: No slash used.
: Slash used.
AUTO : Automatic selection
ESC LF NUL : ESC LF NUL mode
{ }
1B 1C 1D
: Mainframe mode
: Manual mode
TRANS.
: Transmissive ribbon
NON TRANS.
: Non-transmissive ribbon
-50.0 mm to +50.0 mm
-50.0 mm to +50.0 mm
-9.9 mm to +9.9 mm
-10 step to +10 step
-10 step to +10 step
-99.5 mm to +99.5 mm
+15 step to +0 step
1: Strip wait status is not sent to the PC.
2: Strip wait status is sent to the PC.
0.0 V to 4.0 V
0.0V to 4.0 V
TYPE 1: Windows code
TYPE 2: Original code
20H to FFH
OFF: No stacker
ON: with stacker
DTR: READY/BUSY (DTR) protocol (DTR/DSR)
RTS: READY/BUSY (RTS) protocol (RTS/CTS)
ON: The printer will restore to the initial status.
OFF: The printer will not restore to the initial status.
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6. DIAG. TEST OPERATION
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date Jan. 13, ’95)
6.2 SLEF TEST MODE
6.2.2
Automatic Diagnostic Printing
The data from 1 to 9 on a sample print is printed.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
V 1 . 0 A
R I B B O N T R A N S M I S S I V E
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.2.3
Head Broken Element Check.
Select the ribbon type from those at the right by pressing the
[FEED] key or [RESTART] key.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
NO RIBBON (No ribbon : Thermal direct)
TRANSMISSIVE
(Transmissive ribbon : Thermal transfer)
NO TRANS.
(Non-transmissive ribbon : Thermal transfer)
Press the [FEED] key.
A U T O M A T I C D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
C H
E C K I N G & P R I N T I N G
The printer is checking or printing the status
The result of the self test is printed. After printing, the initial display will be shown.
NOTES: 1. If the automatic diagnosis printing results in an error, the printer will display the error message and stop printing. The error status can be cleared by the [PAUSE] key, however, the display will return to the initial display “<1> DIAGNOSTIC V1.0A”.
Printing is not automatically resumed.
2. Both label and tag paper can be used for printing.
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Sample Print
[Print Condition]
•
Preset count
•
Print speed
•
Sensor
: 1
: 127 mm/sec.
: No sensor
•
Printing method : Thermal transfer
•
Supply length : 50 mm
•
Issuing mode : Batch printing
(without rewinder)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PROGRAM V1.0A FMRM0034801:2800
MASK V1.0 FMRM0034901:B100
KANJI 0000:0000
0000:0000:0000:0000
EEPROM OK
DRAM 1024KB
CARD OK
SENSOR1 00000000,10110011
SENSOR2 [H]3.1V [A]2.8V
[R]3.3V [T]2.4V
[RANK]3
DIP SW 00000000,10001010
EXP.I/O OK
Fig. 6-2
1
PROGRAM/MASK ROM Check
PROGRAM V1.0
A FMRM0034801 : 2800
Checksum
Part No. of ROM of software
Revision No.: Space or A to Z
Software version No.
ROM name
PROGRAM: Program ROM (Flash ROM)
MASK: Mask ROM (Character generator)
NOTES: 1. Software version No., part No. of ROM and checksum vary according to the software version of PROGRAM/MASK ROM.
2. The last two digits of the checksum are usually 0.
2
KANJI ROM Check
KANJI 0000
:
0000
KANJI ROM2 Checksum
KANJI ROM1 Checksum
0000
:
0000
:
0000
:
0000
KANJI OUTLINE ROM4 Checksum
KANJI OUTLINE ROM3 Checksum
KANJI OUTLINE ROM2 Checksum
KANJI OUTLINE ROM1 Checksum
NOTES: 1. Checksum varies according to the software version.
2. When the KANJI ROM or KANJI OUTLINE ROM is not installed, the checksum becomes “0000”.
3. The last two digits of the checksum are not 0.
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3
EEPROM Check
EEPROM OK
Read/write check
OK: Data in the check area can be properly
read/written.
NG: Data in the check area cannot be
properly read/written.
EEPROM: Backup memory
4
DRAM Check
DRAM 1024KB
Readable/writable area
DRAM: Image buffer memory or work memory
NOTE: If an error is detected during DRAM check, the display od readable/writable area will stop when the error occurs.
5
Flash Memory Card Check
CARD OK
Format check
OK: Formatted
NG: Formatted improperly or no flash
memory card is inserted.
Flash memory card
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Sensor 1 Check
SENSOR1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 , 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1
Head up switch status
0: Head opened
1: Head closed
Fixed to 1
Cutter home position switch status
0: Home position
1: Other position
Rewind full sensor status
0: Normal
1: Excess
Slit sensor #1 (ribbon rewind) status
0: The detecting point is positioned
outside the slit.
1: The detecting point is positioned
inside the slit.
Slit sensor #2 (ribbon feed) status
0: The detecting point is
positioned outside the slit.
1: The detecting point is
positioned inside the slit.
Fixed to 0
Strip sensor status
0: Without label
1: With label
Ribbon end sensor status
0: Transmissive (with ribbon)
1: Non-transmissive (ribbon end)
Fixed to 0
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Print status content description of each sensor/switch
Sensor/Switch Print status content description
Head up switch Indicates whether the print head is opened or closed.
Cutter home position switch
Indicates whether the cutter is at the home position or not.
Rewind full sensor Indicates whether the media is wound to peak capacity on the builtin take-up spool or not.
Slit sensor #1 (ribbon rewind)
Slit sensor #2 (ribbon feed)
Controls ribbon motor rotation by detecting the slit on the ribbon rewind motor and the ribbon feed motor. Indicates the position of the slit sensor.
Strip sensor
Ribbon end sensor
Indicates the existence of label in strip mode. When no label is detected (0), the subsequent label is issued, when a label is detected (1), the subsequent label will not be issued until the current label is removed.
The display of the ribbon end sensor only shows whether the ribbon is transmissive or non-transmissive. The status of the ribbon end detection differs according to the parameter setting. The following table shows the parameter settings in the parameter setting mode.
Type of ribbon
Ribbon end sensor
Transmissive
Non-transmissive
Transmissive Non-transmissive
With ribbon
Ribbon end
Ribbon end
With ribbon
7
SENSOR2 Check
SENSOR2 [H] 3.1V
[A] 2.8V
Environmental temperature thermistor status:
0.0 ~ 5.0 V
Print head thermistor status: 0.0 ~ 5.0 V
[R] 3.3V
[T] 2.4V
Feed gap sensor status: 0.0 ~ 5.0 V
Black mark sensor status: 0.0 ~ 5.0 V
[RANK 3]
Print head resistance rank: 0 ~ 15
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DIP SW Check
DIP SW
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0
Pin No.
Status
DIP Switch 1
0: OFF (OPEN)
1: ON (SHORT)
DIP Switch 2
0: OFF (OPEN)
1: ON (SHORT)
NOTE: The DIP switch 1-7 is to be set to 0 (OFF:OPEN) regardless of setting item.
9
EXP. I/O Check
EXP. I/O OK
Loopback test
OK: The circuit has no problem.
NG: The circuit has a problem or loopback jig
is not attached.
Expansion I/O PC board
For the loopback test, connect jig as shown below and check HIGH output / HIGH input and
LOW output / LOW input.
300
Ω
x 5
1 2 3 4 5
12
300
Ω
15
7 8 9 10 11
21
GND
Vcc
Connector: FCN-781P024-G/P
Fig. 6-3
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6.2 SELF TEST MODE
6.2.3
Head Broken Element Check
The printer automatically performs the head broken element check. The result of the head broken element check is indicated in the display.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
N O R M A L E N D
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . 0 A
Press the [PAUSE] key twice.
Press the [FEED] key twice.
T H E R M A L H E A D C H E C K
Press the [PAUSE] key.
C H E C K I N G
takes about 10 seconds.
H E A D E R R O R
Press the [PAUSE] key.
(See NOTE 1 and 2.)
NOTES: 1. If the head broken element check results in ‘HEAD ERROR’, the print head must be replaced after referring to Section 2.6 Replacing the Print Head.
2. After replacing the print head, clear the maintenance counter as described in Section
6.6.1 and perform a test print in Section 6.4 TEST PRINT MODE.
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6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
The following items are set in the parameter setting mode. The values set in this mode are printed on the sample print of the maintenance counter. Setting procedure and functions are provided below.
Power off
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
Z E R O F O N T 0
Press the [PAUSE] key.
< 1 > D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . 0 A
C O D E A U T O
Press the [PAUSE] key.
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
F E
E D A D J U S T + 0 . 0 m m
Press the [PAUSE] key.
R I B B O N T R A N S .
Press the [PAUSE] key.
R I
B B O N A D J < F W S >
Press the [PAUSE] key.
+ 0
C U T A D J U S T + 0 . 0 m m
R I
B B O N A D J < B A K > + 0
Press the [PAUSE] key.
B A C K F E E D A D J . + 0 . 0 m m
X A
Press the [PAUSE] key.
D J U S T + 0 . 0 m m
Press the [PAUSE] key.
T O N E A D J U S T < T >
Press the [PAUSE] key.
+ 0
T O N E A D J U S T < D >
Press the [PAUSE] key.
F O N T C O D E
+ 0
P C - 8 5 0
Press the [PAUSE] key.
S T A T U S T Y P E
Press the [PAUSE] key.
1
S T A C K E R S Y S T E M O F F
Press the [PAUSE] key.
T H R E S H O L D R 1 . 0 V
Press the [PAUSE] key.
T H R E S H O L D T 1 . 4 V
Press the [PAUSE] key.
K A N J I C O D E T Y P E 1
Press the [PAUSE] key.
E U
R O C O D E
Press the [PAUSE] key.
B O H
D T R / R T S D T R
Press the [PAUSE] key.
I N P U T P R I M E
Press the [PAUSE] key.
O N
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Parameter Setting Mode Table
Mode Name
FEED ADJUST
CUT ADJUST
BACK FEED ADJ.
X ADJUST
TONE ADJUST <T>
(Thermal transfer printing)
TONE ADJUST <D>
(Thermal direct printing)
FONT CODE
ZERO FONT
CODE
RIBBON
RIBBON ADJ <FWD>
(Ribbon feed motor)
RIBBON ADJ <BAK>
(Ribbon feed motor)
STATUS TYPE
STACKER SYSTEM
THRESHOLD R
THRESHOLD T
KANJI CODE
EURO CODE
DTR/RTS
INPUT PRIME
Function
Using this parameter the feed length is fine adjusted.
Using this parameter the cut position or strip position is fine adjusted.
Using this parameter the back feed length from the cut/strip position to the home position is fine adjusted.
This setting is used to finely adjust print position in the X axis.
Using this parameter the print tone is fine adjusted. The longer the print pulse width, the darker the print tone becomes. The shorter, the lighter the print tone becomes.
The character code either PC-850 or PC-8 is selected.
The font zero either 0 or ø is selected.
The command code out of AUTO, ESC/LF/NUL, or { } is selected.
Ribbon type either transmissive or non-transmissive is selected.
Using this parameter the torque of the ribbon motors is fine adjusted.
Whether or not the strip wait status (05H) is sent in response to the status request command from the PC is selectable.
Use of the Stacker is selected.
(not supported by QQ/QP models.)
The threshold of the black mark sensor is manually fine adjusted.
The threshold of the feed gap sensor is manually fine adjusted.
Kanji code either Windows code or original code is selected.
(not supported by QQ/QP models.)
EURO code is selected from 20H to FFH.
Transmission Control mode is selected from DTR and RTS.
Reset ON/OFF when the INPUT • PRIME signal on is selcted.
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6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
6.3.1
Feed Length Fine Adjustment
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . 0 A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
F E E D A D J U S T
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to adjust the feed length.
(See NOTE 1.)
+ 0 . 0 m m
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a -0.5 mm change, up to -50.0
mm. (See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART] key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a +0.5 mm change, up to
+50.0 mm.
(See NOTE 2.)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.2
Cut/strip position fine adjustment.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. Max. fine adjustment
±
50.0 mm = Key fine adjustment value (
±
50.0 mm) + PC fine adjust ment value (
±
50.0 mm)
When the value reaches the maximum, the value remains unchanged even if the subsequent fine adjustment is performed.
3. A change feed value is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
6.3.2
Cut/Strip Position Fine Adjustment
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . 0 A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key twice.
C U
T A D J U S T
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to adjust the feed length.
(See NOTE 1.)
+ 0 . 0 m m
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a -0.5 mm change, up to -50.0
mm. (See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART] key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a +0.5 mm change, up to
+50.0 mm. (See NOTE 2.)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.3
Back feed length fine adjutment.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. Max. fine adjustment
±
50.0 mm = Key fine adjustment value (
±
50.0 mm) + PC fine adjustment value (
±
50.0 mm)
When the value reaches the maximum, the value remains unchanged even if a subsequent fine adjustment is performed.
3. A changed cut/strip position value is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
4. When using label with length of less than 38 mm, calculate the cut position fine adjustment value using the expression provided on page 6-19.
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6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
6.3.3
Back Feed Length Fine Adjustment
Power off
Turn on the power while hoding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . 0 A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key three times.
B A C
K F E E D A D J . + 0 . 0 m m
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to adjust the feed length.
(See NOTE 1.)
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a -0.5 mm change, up to
-9.5 mm. (See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART] key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a +0.5 mm change, up to +9.5 mm. (See NOTE 2.)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.4
X axis fine adjustment.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. Max. fine adjustment
±
9.9 mm = Key fine adjustment value (
±
9.5 mm) + PC fine adjustment value (
±
9.9 mm)
When the value reaches the maximum, the value remains unchanged even if the subsequent fine adjustment is performed.
3. A changed back feed value is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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Feed Length Fine Adjustment Example
+ 0.0 mm
Feed Direction
A A A A
- 10 mm
- 10.0 mm
Fig. 6-4
Fig. 6-5
+ 10.0 mm
+ 10 mm
A A A A
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Cut Position Fine Adjustment Example
Cut Position
+ 0.0 mm
Feed Direction
Print Head
Tag Paper
Black Mark
Platen
- 12.0 mm
- 12 mm
Fig. 6-6
Fig. 6-7
Fig. 6-8
+ 12 mm
+ 12.0 mm
Fig. 6-9
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When using a label with a length of less than 38 mm :
Case 1
Condition: Issue command [ESC]XS, feed command [ESC]T and eject command [ESC]IB are received.
Label pitch: 38.0 mm or less, with cut, feed gap sensor, cut position fine adjustment value
±
10 mm or less, and issue mode set to C (cut). When the above conditions are all met, the issue operation in cut issue mode is as follows:
1
Head lifted
→
2
Forward feed to the cut position
→
3
Head lowered
→
4
Cut
→
5 Head lifted
→
6 Backfeed to the home position
→
7 Head lowered.
Case 2
Generally the minimum label length which is available in cut mode is 38.0 mm. When using a label with a length of less than 38 mm, the edge of the label may be caught on the print head during back feed to the print start position after cutting the label gap, causing a improper print start position.
In this case set the cut position fine adjustment value after calculating the value using the following formula so that the unprinted label returns to the correct print start position.
However, use of this method will leave one or two printed label(s) between the print head and the cutter. Feed or print the label(s) to remove them.
(a) Formula for cut position the adjustment value
Cut position fine adjustment value
= (the number of labels left between the print head and the cutter) x (span of label)
= (32.8 mm/label length) x (span of label)
*
Omit the decimals of the value obtained by dividing 32.8 mm by the label length for one unit.
(example) Span of label : 30.0 mm
(32.8 mm/30.0 mm) x 30.0 mm = 1 x 30.0 mm = +30.0 mm
(b) Example
Print Head Position
Cut Position
32.8 mm
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
C
A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
C
D
B
B
C
C
A
B
B
1
Idling
2
Printing the first label A is completed.
3
Label A is fed to the cut position and the front gap is cut.
4
Label B is fed in the reverse direction to the print start position.
5
Printing the second label B is completed.
6
Label B is fed to the cut position and the front gap is cut.
7
Label C is fed in the reverse direction to the print start position.
8
To take away label B, label C is fed.
9
Label C is fed to the cut position and the front gap is cut.
0
Label D is fed in the reverse direction to the print start position.
Fig. 6-10
Print Satrt Position
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Strip Position Fine Adjustment Example
Label
Print Head
+ 0.0 mm
+ 3.0 mm
+ 3.0 mm
Backing Paper
Strip Shaft
Platen
Print Head
Backing Paper
Strip Shaft
Platen
Print Head
- 3.0 mm
- 3.0 mm
Backing Paper
Platen
Strip Shaft
Fig. 6-11
Fig. 6-12
Fig. 6-13
NOTE: The print stop position when printing the label in strip mode varies according to label length as the strip mode printing stops so that the edge of the strip shaft is 4 mm from the middle of the gap. This is because the gap length is programmed as 2mm. When the gap length is 5 mm or more, the effective print length should be set to the value obtained by subtracting 2 mm from the label pitch, that is, set the gap length to 2 mm. If the print format hangs over the gap as a result, correct the print start position. If the print stop position is improper, refer to Section 6.3.2 and make a fine adjustment.
Label
4 mm
3 mm
2 mm
Strip Shaft
Platen
Backing Paper
Fig. 6-14
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Back Feed Length Fine Adjustment Example
+ 0.0 mm
Feed Direction
Print start position
A A A A
+3.0 mm
+3.0 mm
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6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
Fig. 6-15
Fig. 6-16
-3.0 mm
-3.0 mm
A A A A
Fig. 6-17
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6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
6.3.4
X Axis Fine Adjustment
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . 0 A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key four times.
X A
D J U S T + 0 . 0 m m
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to fine adjust the print position along the X axis.
(See NOTE 1.)
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a -0.5 mm change, up to
-99.5 mm. (See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART] key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a +0.5 mm change, up to +99.5 mm. (See NOTE 2.)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.5
Print tone fine adjustment.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. Max. fine adjustment
±
99.5 mm = X axis value
When the value reaches the maximum, the value remains unchanged even if the subsequent fine adjustment is performed.
3. A changed X axis is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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X Axis Fine Adjustment Example
Feed direction
Top first printing
Y
+ 0.0 mm
X
ABC
X
Y
Bottom first printing
-50.0 mm
Fig. 6-18
-50.0 mm
ABC
Fig. 6-19
+ 50.0 mm
+50.0 mm
ABC
Fig. 6-20
NOTES: 1. The X axis fine adjustment is performed to fine adjust the X axis of the drawing in the left or right direction.
2. Adjust the X axis in the effective print range. (After the value reaches the coordinate
“0”, the value remains unchanged even if the subsequent fine adjustment is performed in the negative direction.)
3. X axis fine adjustment cannot be used in self test mode or test printing.
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6.3 PARAMETER SETTING MODE
6.3.5
Print Tone Fine Adjustment
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . 0 A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key five times.
T O N E A D J U S T < T > + 0
(Thermal transfer printing fine adjustment)
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to adjust the feed length.
(See NOTE 1.)
Press the [PAUSE] key.
(See NOTE 3.)
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a -1 step change, up to
-10 steps. (See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART] key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a +1 step change, up to +10 steps. (See NOTE 2.)
T
O
N
E A D J U S T
<
D
>
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to fine adjust the print tone.
(See NOTE 1.)
(Thermal direct printing fine adjustment)
+ 0
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a -1 step change, up to
-10 steps. (See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART] key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a +1 step change, up to +10 steps. (See NOTE 2.)
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Continued on Section 6.3.6
Character code selection.
NOTES: 1 Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed print tone value is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
3. Fine adjustment value equals to the sum of the values set by the PC command and system mode (key operation) and each max. value is
±
10 step. However, the upper limit of the adjustment value is decided according to the print speed to protect the print head. If the set value exceeds the following upper limit, it is automatically corrected to the proper value.
Upper Limit: 3”/sec.: +10 step, 5’’/sec.: +5 step, 8”/sec,: +2 step
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6.3.6
Character Code Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key seven times.
F O N T C O D E P C - 8 5 0
Select either character code with the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 1.)
•
PC-850
•
PC-8
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Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.7
Font zero selection.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed font code is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.3.7
Font Zero Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key eight times.
Z E R O F O N T
Select either zero font with the
[FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 1.)
0
•
0 (without slash)
•
ø (with slash)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.8
Control code selection.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed zero font is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.3.8
Control Code Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key nine times.
C O D E
Select control code with the
[FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 1.)
When {MANUAL} is selected, go to A on the next page.
B
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
A U T O
•
AUTO: (Automatic selection)
•
ESC, LF, NUL: (Manual selection)
•
{ , , } : (Manual selection)
•
MANUAL: (control codes should be specified.)
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.9
Ribbon type selection.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed control code is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
3. When “AUTO”, “ESC, LF, NUL”, or “{, ,}” is selected, be sure to select the Nontransmissive ribbon in the ribbon type selection operation.
4. When “MANUAL” is selected, be sure to specify all the control codes 1 to 3. Failure to do this disables selection of “MANUAL”.
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A
C O D E M A N U A L
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Change the control code.
C O N
T L O L C O D E 1
Press the [PAUSE] key.
1 B
Set the control code 1. (equivalent to ESC, {.)
C O
N T R O L C O D E 2 1 C
Set the control code 2. (equivalent to LF,|.)
Press the [PAUSE] key.
C O N T R O L C O D E 3 1 D
Set the control code 3. (equivalent to NUL, }.)
Go to B on the previous page.
NOTES:
Refer to the following for the selection of the control codes 1 to 3.
(RESTART) (FEED)
C O N T R O L C O D E 1 0 0
(RESTART) (FEED)
C O
N T R O L C O D E 1 1 A
(RESTART) (FEED)
C O N T R O L 1 B
(RESTART)
(FEED)
C O N T R O L 1 C
(RESTART)
(FEED)
C O N T R O L C O D E 1 F F
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6.3.9
Ribbon Type Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key ten times.
R I B B O N T R A N S .
Select either ribbon type with the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 1 and 2.)
•
Transmissive ribbon
Transmissive: With ribbon
Non-transmissive: Ribbon end
•
Non-Transmissive ribbon
Transmissive: Ribbon end
Non-transmissive: With ribbon
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Press the [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 3.)
Continued on Section 6.3.10
Ribbon Motor Drive Voltage
Fine Adjustment
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. Non-transmissive (NON TRANS.) ribbon cannot be used so the ribbon type must be set to transmissive (TRANS.) ribbon.
3. A changed ribbon type is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.3.10 Ribbon Motor Drive Voltage Fine Adjustment
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key eleven times.
R I B B O N A D J
<
F W D
>
+ 0
(Ribbon feed motor voltage fine adjustment)
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to fine adjust the feed motor voltage. (See NOTE 1.)
Press the [PAUSE] key.
(See NOTE 3.)
R I B B O N A D J
<
B A K
>
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a
-1 step change, up to -15 steps.
(See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART]key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a -1 step change, up to -15 steps.
(See NOTE 2.)
+ 0
(Ribbon rewind motor voltage fine adjustment)
Press the [FEED] or
[RESTART] key to fine adjust the rewind motor voltage. (See NOTE 1.)
■
[FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time is a
-1 step change, up to -15 steps.
(See NOTE 2.)
■
[RESTART]key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time is a -1 step change, up to -15 steps.
(See NOTE 2.)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. Max. fine adjustment -15 steps = Key fine adjustment value (-15 steps) + PC fine adjustment value (-15 steps)
When the value reaches the maximum, the value remains unchanged even if the subsequent fine adjustment is performed.
3. A changed motor voltage value is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
4. One step corresponds to 5% of the standard voltage and up to 75% of the voltage can be decreased.
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6.3.11 Strip Wait Status Setting
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [FEED] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key thirteen times.
S T A T U S T Y P E
Press the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key to select the strip wait status.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
(See NOTE 1.)
1
■
[FEED] key:
Status type 2: A strip wait status is sent.
■
[RESTART]key:
Status type 1: A strip wait status is not sent.
Press the [FEED] key and
[RESTART] key at the same time. (See NOTE 1.)
NOTE:
When the status type 1 is selected, the printer will send (00H) in response to the status request command sent from the PC while a label stays at the strip sensor (when idling, after feeding, or all printing finished).
When the status type 2 is selected, the printer will send (05H) in response to the status request command sent from the PC while a label stays at the strip sensor (when idling, after feeding, or all printing finished.)
If the status request command is sent during printing, the printer will always send (05H) regardless of the setting.
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6.3.12 Stacker Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key fourteen times.
S T A C K E R S Y S
T
E M
Press the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key to select
ON or OFF to the stacker.
O F F
■
[FEED] key:
ON: Stacker is used.
■
[RESTART] key:
OFF: Stacker is not used.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section
6.3.13 Threshold Manual
Fine Adjustment for the
Black Mark Sensor.
NOTE:
1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed Stacker selection is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.3.13 Threshold Manual Fine Adjustment for the Black Mark Sensor
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key fifteen times.
T H R E S H O L D R 1 . 0 V
Press the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key to fine adjust the black mark sensor manual threshold.
■
[FEED] key:
Pressing the [FEED] key onetime is a -0.1V
change, up to 0.0V
■
[RESTART] key:
Pressing the [RESTART] key onetime is a
+0.1V change, up to 4.0V.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section
6.3.14 Threshold Manual
Fine Adjustment for the
Feed Gap Sensor.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed threshold fine adjustment value is stored in memory by pressing the
[PAUSE] key.
3. The above operations do not require any more threshold setting.
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6.3.14 Threshold Manual Fine Adjustment for the Feed Gap Sensor
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key sixteen times.
T H R E S H O L D T 1 . 4 V
Press the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key to fine adjust the feed gap sensor manual threshold.
■
[FEED] key:
Pressing the [FEED] key onetime is a -0.1V
change, up to 0.0V
■
[RESTART] key:
Pressing the [RESTART] key onetime is a
+0.1V change, up to 4.0V.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section
6.3.15 Kanji Code
Selection.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed threshold fine adjustment value is stored in memory by pressing the
[PAUSE] key.
3. The above operations do not require any more threshold setting.
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■
How To Calculate Theshold Fine Adjustment Value
If the following cases occurred, threshold value for the paper sensors should be fine adjusted after referring to the next page.
Case 1:
When using tag paper, the black mark and the print area are distinguished from each other by the 1.5V
or more difference of sensor output voltage. If a low-sensitive sensor is installed in the printer, it may not detect 1.5V or more difference between the black mark and the print area. This may cause the printer to feed over one and a half tags, and then stop with “PAPER JAM” displayed.
Case 2:
The presence and lack of label are distinguished from each other by the reflective sensor voltage.
When the voltage is more than 1.5V, it is regarded as the presence of paper. And less than 1.5V is regarded as the paper end. If a low-sensitive-sensor is used, 1.5V or more may not be detected at the backing paper since the reflectance of backing paper is low. In such case, more than 5mm-long gap is regarded as the no paper. And trying to print or feed the label when the sensor stops at the gap results in a NO PAPER error. This problem tends to occur when using labels with thin backing paper.
Case 3:
If the reflective sensor’s output voltage when detecting no paper is 1.5V or more, the sensor does not recognize the actual paper end during printing. Accordingly, the printer continues to print despite of the paper end. This problem may occur on printers of which the resistors on the CPU PCB have been changed according to the Technical Information #SVM7A1010/1 (issued on April 16, 1997).
Case 4:
When using perforated fanfold labels, the transmissive sensor mistakes the perforation on the gap for a print area, resulting in a PAPER JAM error.
Case 5:
When using such a particular label stock that a black mark is printed on every two or three gaps, the sensor detects three different voltages at the label, unmarked gap and black mark, respectively. The sensor cannot distinguish the unmarked gap from the black mark, so the printer stops with displaying
“PAPER JAM”.
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NOTE:
The following operation cannot be performed unless the sensor type is changed by the issue command or feed command.
(1) Using the sensor adjustment in Diag. mode, measure the sensor voltage at the following four points.
Label: Print area Backing paper
Tag paper: Print area Black mark
Example:
[ R E F L E C T I V E ] 2 . 8 V
[ T R A N S M I S S I V E ] 4 . 1 V
(2) Using the following formula, calculate the threshold from the measured voltage:
When using labels (transmissive sensor):
Threshold = (Max. voltage at the backing paper) - (Voltage at the print area) - 0.7V
e.g.) 2.0V = 4.2V - 1.5V - 0.7V
When using perforated labels (transmissive sensor):
A
Threshold = (Max. voltage at the backing paper) Min. voltage at the backing paper
A
2
Max. voltage at the backing paper
B
2
e.g.) 2.2V = 4.4V - (2.8V/2) - (1.6V/2)
When using labels with black marks (reflective sensor):
C
D
Threshold = (Min. voltage at the print area) - (Min. voltage at the black mark)
2 e.g.) 0.4V = (1.5V - 0.7V)/2
Backing Parper
Label
A
(4.4 V)
Perforation
(2.8 V)
B
Label
Black Mark
Backing Paper
Label gap
(0.7 V)
D
C
(1.5 V)
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6.3.15 Kanji Code Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key 17 times.
K A N J I C O D E
T
Y P E 1
Select either code with the
[FEED] key or [RESTART] key.
■
Windows code
■
Original code
Press the [FEED] key and
[RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section
6.3.16 Euro Font Code
Selection.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed Kanji code is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.3.16 Euro Font Code Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C
Press the [PAUSE] key.
V 1 . O A
< 2 >
P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key 18 times.
E U R O C O D E B O H
Select the Euro font code with the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key.
•20H
[RESTART] key
↑↓
[FEED] key
•FFH
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section
6.3.17 Transmission
Control Mode Selection
Press the [PAUSE] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
2. A changed Euro font code is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.3.17 Transmission Control Mode Selection
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the
[FEED]
key and
[PAUSE] key.
< 1 > D I A G N O S T I C . V 1 . O A
Press the
[FEED] key.
< 2 > P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the
[PAUSE] key 19 times.
D T R
/ R T S
D T R
Select the Transmission Control
Mode with the or
[FEED] key
[RESTART] key.
¥ DTR: READY/BUSY (DTR) protocol
(DTR/DSR)
¥ RTS: READY/BUSY (RTS) protocol
(RTS/CTS)
Press the
[FEED] key and
[RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Continued on Section 6.3.18
Reset Selection when the
INPUT ¥ PRIME Signal is ON.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enable.
2. A changed Transmission Control Mode is memory by pressing the
[PAUSE] key.
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6.3.18 Reset Selection when the INPUT • PRIME Signal is ON.
Reset ON/OFF when the INPUT • PRIME signal ON is selected.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 > D I A G N O S T I C . V
1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key.
< 2 > P A R A M E T E R S E T
Press the [PAUSE] key 20 times.
I N P U T P R I M E
O N
Select the "Reset ON/OFF
• ON: The printer will restore to the initial status.
when the INPUT • PRIME signal is ON" with the [FEED] key
• OFF: The printer will not restore to the initial status.
or [RESTART] key.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
NOTES: 1. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enable.
2. A changed “Reset ON/OFF when the INPUT • PRIME signal is ON” is stored in memory by pressing the [PAUSE] key.
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6.4 TEST PRINT MODE
Test print mode contains normal test print and process test print.
6.4.1
Normal Test Print
Five kinds of test prints are provided in the test print mode. When performing the test print, 7 parameters should be set. The default parameter at power on is as below:
•
ISSUE COUNT : 1
•
PRINT SPEED : 5 inch/sec.
•
SENSOR
•
RIBBON
: Transmissive sensor
: Transmissive ribbon
•
TYPE : Batch (without cut)
•
LABEL LENGTH : 76 mm
•
PAPER FEED : Feed
Operating procedure for the test mode is provided below.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key twice.
From C on the next page.
< 3 >
T E S T P R I N T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
P R I N T C O N D I T I O N
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Select "Print Condition" by pressing the
[PAUSE] key.
Set the print count
I S S U E C O U N T
ISSUE COUNT
PRINT SPEED
SENSOR
RIBBON
TYPE
LABEL LENGTH
PAPER FEED
1
Press the
[FEED] key or
[RESTART]
key.
(See NOTE 1.)
Press the
[RESTART]
key.
To A .
Continued on section
6.4.2
Process
Test Print.
To be continued on
B of the next page.
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From B of the preceding page.
Set the print count from those at the right by pressing the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key. (See NOTE 2.)
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 3.)
Set the print speed
P R I N T S P E E D 5 i n c h / s
5000 (Print count 5000)
1000 (Print count 1000)
500 (Print count 500)
100 (Print count 100)
50 (Print count 50)
10 (Print count 10)
5 (Print count 5)
3 (Print count 3)
1 (Print count 1)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
To C of the preceding page.
Select the print speed from those at the right by pressing the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key.
3 inch/sec.
5 inch/sec.
8 inch/sec.
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 3.)
Set the sensor type
S E N S O R T R A N S M I S S I V E
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
To C of the preceding page.
Select the sensor type from those at the right by pressing the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 2 and 4.)
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 3.)
Set the ribbon type
NONE
(consecutive form)
REFLECTIVE
(black mark sensor)
TRANSMISSIVE
(feed gap sensor)
R I B B O N T R A N S M I S S I V E
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
To C of the preceding page.
Select the ribbon type from those at the right by pressing the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 2, 5 and 9.)
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 3.)
NO RIBBON
(No ribbon: Thermal direct)
TRANSMISSIVE
(Transmissive ribbon:
Thermal transfer)
NO TRANS.
(Non-transmissive ribbon:
Thermal transfer)
To be continued on
B of the next page.
Press the [FEED] key and
[RESTART] key at the same
time.
To C of the preceding page.
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From B of the preceding page.
Set the issue mode type
T Y P E [ S ] N O C U T T I N G
Set the label length
Select the issue mode type from those at the right by pressing the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 2.)
Press [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 3.)
[S] Standard mode
(Batch printing without cut)
[C] Auto-cut mode
(Issue and cutting)
[H] Strip mode
(On-demand printing without cut)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
To C of the preceding page.
L A B E L L E N G T H 7 6 m m
Select the label length from those at the right by pressing the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key. (See NOTE 6 and 7.)
999 (Label length 999 mm)
998 (Label length 998 mm)
997 (Label length 997 mm)
7 (Label length 7 mm)
6 (Label length 6 mm)
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 3.)
5 (Label length 5 mm)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Set the media feed
P A P E R F E E D
To C of the preceding page.
Select the media feed from those at the right by pressing the
[FEED] key or [RESTART] key.
(See NOTE 2.)
PAPER FEED
PAPER NO FEED
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE 3.)
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key. (Feed one media.)
To be continued on
B of the next page.
To C of the preceding page.
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From B of the preceding page.
< 3 > T E S T P R I N T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
From A of the preceding page.
P R I N T C O N D I T I O N
Select the test print from those at the right by pressing the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key.
SLANT LINE (1 DOT)
SLANT LINE (3 DOT)
CHARACTERS
BAR CODE
NON-PRINTING
FACTORY TEST PATTERN
AUTO PRINT (TRANS.)
Process test print/
Transmissive sensor
AUTO PRINT (REFLECT.)
Process test print/
Reflective sensor
A designated number of test prints are issued when pressing the [PAUSE] key.
(See NOTE 8.)
< 3 > T E S T P R I N T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
NOTES:
1. When there is no change to the print condition, select one of the test print options to issue the test print.
2. Holding the [FEED] key or [RESTART] key down for more than 0.5 seconds enables a fast forward.
3. A selected print condition is activated when the [PAUSE] key is pressed.
4. When the feed gap sensor is selected, the gap between labels becomes 3mm long.
5. Non-transmissive (NON TRANS.) ribbon cannot be used so the ribbon type must be set to transmissive (TRANS.) ribbon or no ribbon.
6. A label size greater than the image buffer length cannot be designated. The image buffer length differs according to memory size. If designated, the printer prints in the image buffer, or the printer stops because of an error.
7. Pressing the [FEED] key changes the label length -1 mm, pressing the [RESTART] key changes
+1 mm.
8. When an error occurs during a test print, the error message is displayed and printing is stopped.
The error is cleared by pressing the [PAUSE] key and the display shows “<3> TEST PRINT”.
Printing is not automatically resumed after the error is cleared.
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6.4 TEST PRINT MODE
9.
When the transmissive ribbon is selected and DIP SW. 1-1 is set to ON, and the space area is also 20 mm or more, the printer automatically enters ribbon saving print mode.
10. When “AUTO PRINT” is selected, 5 pcs. of the 3-dot slant line labels, bar code labels and character labels are printed respectively after one label is fed.
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Test Print Sample
•
Slant line (1 dot)
•
Slant line (3 dot)
•
Characters
Fig. 6-21
•
Bar code
Fig. 6-22
Fig. 6-23
•
Factory Test Pattern
Fig. 6-25
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(Revision Date Jan. 13, ’95)
6.4 TEST PRINT MODE
6.4.2
Process Test Print
In the process test print, the test print is automatically performed on the following conditions.
Parameter setting and print tone fine adjustment value is ignored.
•
OPERATION : One label feed, 3-dot slant line print, bar code print, character print
•
ISSUE COUNT : 5 labels each
•
PRINT SPEED : 8 inches/sec.
•
SENSOR : Transmissive sensor (feed gap sensor) or reflective sensor (black mark
•
RIBBON
•
TYPE sensor)
: Transmissive ribbon
: Batch (without cut)
•
LABEL LENGTH: 76 mm
•
PRINT TONE FINE ADJUSTMENT VALUE : + 0
Operating procedure for the test mode is provided below.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key twice.
From C on the next page.
< 3 >
T E S T P R I N T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Press the [RESTSRT] key.
P R I N T C O N D I T I O N
Press the [RESTART] key.
To A of the preceding page.
After feeding one label, slant lines (3 dots) are printed on 5 labels.
A U T O P R I N T ( R E F L E C T . )
Press the [PAUSE] key.
[Bar codes are printed on 5 labels.]
To be continued on
B of the next page.
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Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
To C of the preceding page.
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6.4 TEST PRINT MODE
From B of the next page.
A U T O P R I N T ( R E F L E C T . )
Press the [PAUSE] key.
[Characters are printed on 5 labels.]
< 3 > T E S T P R I N T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
From A of the preceding page.
A U T O P R I N T ( T R A N S . )
Press the [PAUSE] key.
After feeding one label, slant lines (3 dots) are printed on 5 labels.
A U T O P R I N T ( T R A N S . )
Press the [PAUSE] key.
[Bar code are printed on 5 labels. ]
A U T O P R I N T ( T R A N S . )
Press the [PAUSE] key.
[Characters are printed on 5 labels.]
< 3 > T E S T P R I N T
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
To C of the preceding page.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
To C of the preceding page.
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6.5 SENSOR SETTING MODE
Thermistor check and black mark/feed gap sensor settings are provided in the sensor setting mode.
The value set in this mode is printed as data of sensor 2 in Automatic diagnosis printing in self test mode.
6.5.1
Thermistor Check
Thermistor check should be performed to check the environmental temperature and print head temperature after the excess head temp. error occurs or batch printing is performed for a long time.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key three times.
< 4 > S E N S O R A D J U S T M E N T
Press the [PAUSE] key.
[ H E A D ] 2 . 5 V [ A I R ] 2 . 0 V
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
[HEAD]
2.5 V
[AIR]
2.0 V
Thermistor status
(0.0 ~ 5.0 V)
Environmental temperature
Thermistor status
(0.0 ~ 5.0 V)
Print head
NOTE: Since the thermistor is supervised every 200 ms while displaying the status, the display could vary.
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6.5 SENSOR SETTING MODE
6.5.2
Black Mark Sensor Adjustment
Black mark sensor setting should be performed after replacing the CPU PC board or changing the tag paper to other maker’s one, or when a paper feed error occurs.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key three times.
< 4 > S E N S O R A D J U S T M E N T
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key twice.
[ R E F L E C T I V E ] 2 . 8 V
Set the tag paper so that the black mark sensor can detect the white part of the tag paper. (See NOTE 1.)
The former value is displayed.
Tag paper
Black Mark Black Mark
Holding the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key down until an asterisk ( * ) is displayed.
(More than 3 seconds.)
Ex)
[ R E F L E C T I V E ] 3 . 8 V *
White part
Black Mark Sensor
* Aligh the white part of the
TEC specified tag paper with the black mark sensor.
(See NOTE 2.)
Indicates adjustment complete.
Press the [PAUSE] key for
Feed Gap Sensor Adjustment.
NOTES: 1. Make sure to adjust the black mark sensor using the white part of the tag paper as a criterion. Though an adjustment can be performed with the black mark, it may cause a paper jam error.
2. Pressing the [PAUSE] key validates the sensor adjustment. The value of the sensor is displayed up to 5.0 V.
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6.5 SENSOR SETTING MODE
6.5.3
Feed Gap Sensor Adjustment
Feed gap sensor setting should be performed after replacing the CPU PC board or changing the label to other maker’s one, or when a paper feed error occurs.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key three times.
< 4 > S E N S O R A D J U S T M E N T
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Press the [PAUSE] key three times.
[ T R A N S M I S S I V E ] 2 . 3 V
The former value is displayed.
Set the label so that the feed gap sensor can detect the backing paper (no label). (See NOTE 1.)
Label
,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Backing
Paper
Holding the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key down until an asterisk ( * ) is displayed.
(More than 3 seconds.)
Ex)
[ T R A N S M I S S I V E ] 4 . 1 V *
Feed Gap Sensor
* Align the backing paper of the TEC specified label with the feed gap sensor.
(See NOTE 2.)
Indicates adjustment complete.
Press the [PAUSE] key for
Paper End Setting for
Black Mark Sensor.
NOTES: 1. Make sure to adjust the feed gap sensor using the backing paper with no label as a criterion. Though an adjustment can be performed with the label, it could cause a paper jam error.
2. Pressing the [PAUSE] key validates the sensor adjustment. The value of the sensor is displayed up to 5.0 V.
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6.5 SENSOR SETTING MODE
6.5.4
Paper End Setting for Black Mark Sensor
Paper end setting should be performed after replacing the CPU PC board or changing the tag paper to other maker’s one, or when a paper feed error occurs.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key three times.
< 4 > S E N S O R A D J U S T M E N T
Press the [PAUSE] key four times.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
[ P E L E V E L . R ] 4 . 3 V
Remove any paper from the sensor detecting area.
The former value is displayed.
Holding the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key down until an asterisk ( * ) is displayed.
(More than 3 seconds.)
Ex)
[ P E L E V E L . R ] 4 . 3 V *
(See NOTE.)
Indicates setting complete.
Press the [PAUSE] key for
Paper End Setting for
Feed Gap Sensor.
NOTE:
Pressing the [PAUSE] key validates the sensor setting. The value of the sensor is displayed up to 5.0 V.
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6.5 SENSOR SETTING MODE
6.5.5
Paper End Setting for Feed Gap Sensor
Paper end setting should be performed after replacing the CPU PC board or changing the label to other maker’s one, or when a paper feed error occurs.
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key three times.
< 4 > S E N S O R A D J U S T M E N T
Press the [PAUSE] key five times.
[ P E L E V E L . T ] 4 . 8 V
Remove any paper from the sensor detecting area.
Press the [FEED] key and [RESTART] key at the same time.
Holding the [FEED] key or
[RESTART] key down until an asterisk ( * ) is displayed.
(More than 3 seconds.)
Ex)
[ P E L E V E L . T ] 4 . 8 V *
The former value is displayed.
Indicates setting complete.
Press the [PAUSE] key. (See NOTE.)
NOTE:
Pressing the [PAUSE] key validates the sensor setting. The value of the sensor is displayed up to 5.0 V.
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6.6 RAM CLEAR MODE
In RAM clear mode, various data written on the EEP-ROM can be initialized. There are two clear functions; Maintenance counter clear and parameter clear in the parameter setting mode. After referring to the following table specify and clear or initialize the data.
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RAM Clear Mode Table
Mode Name
NO RAM CLEAR
MAINTE. COUNTER
CLEAR
Function
If you enter the RAM clear mode by mistake, specify this mode to escape from the RAM clear mode without executing RAM clear.
After replacing the print head, cutter module, ribbon feed/rewind motor, solenoid and CPU PC Board, clear the maintenance counter.
The following data will be cleared to zero. Confirmation can be made through the maintenance counter procedure in self test mode.
(See NOTE 1 and 2.)
I t e m
M e d i a d i s t a n c e c o v e r e d
P r i n t d i s t a n c e
C u t c o u n t
H e a d u p a n d d o w n c o u n t
R i b b o n m o t o r d r i v i n g t i m e
S o l e n o i d d r i v i n g t i m e
R S 2 3 2 C h a r d w a r e e r r o r c o u n t
S y s t e m e r r o r c o u n t
M o m e n t a r y p o w e r f a li u r e c o u n t
I n i t i a l V a l u e
0 .
0 K m
0 .
0 K m
0 t i m e s
0 t i m e s
0 h o u r s
0 h o u r s
0 t i m e s
0 t i m e s
0 t i m e s
PARAMETER CLEAR This clear should be employed when initializing the following parameters to the settings before shipment. Confirmation can be made through the automatic diagnostic procedure in self test mode.
(See NOTE 1 and 2.)
I t e m
F e e d l e n g t h f i n e a d j u s t m e n t ( P C )
C u t / s t r i p p o s i t i o n f i n e a d j u s t m e n t ( P C )
B a c k f e e d l e n g t h f i n e a d j u s t m e n t ( P C )
P r i n t t o n e
( T h e r m a l f i n e a d j t r a n s f e r ) u s t m e n t
( P C )
P r i n t t o n e
( T h e r m a l f i n e a d i r e c t ) d j
( u s t m e n t
P C )
F e e d l e n g t h f i n e a d j u s t m e n t ( K E Y )
C u t / s t r i p p o s i t i o n f i n e a d j u s t m e n t ( K E Y )
B a c k f e e d l e n g t h f i n e a d j u s t m e n t ( K E Y )
P r i n t t o n e
( T h e r m a l f i n e a d j t r a n s f e r ) u s t m e n t
( K E Y )
I n i t i a l V a l u e
0 .
0 m m
0 .
0 m m
0 .
0 m m
0 s t e p
0 s t e p
0 .
0 m m
0 .
0 m m
0 .
0 m m
0 s t e p
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6.6 RAM CLEAR MODE
Mode Name
PARAMETER CLEAR
Function
Item
Print tone fine adjustment
(Thermal direct) (KEY)
X axis fine adjustment
Character code selection
Font zero selection
Control code selection
Ribbon type selection
Ribbon motor drive voltage fine adjustment (PC)
Ribbon motor drive voltage fine adjustment (KEY)
Strip wait status setting
Stacker
Status response
Threshold manual fine adjustment for the black mark sensor
Threshold manual fine adjustment for the feed gap sensor
Label pitch
Effective printing length
Effective printing width
With/Without ribbon
Sensor type
Initial Value
0 step
0.0 mm
PC-850
“0”(without slash)
Auto.
Trans.
0
0
1
OFF
ON
1.0 V
1.4 V
76.2 mm
74.2 mm
128 mm
With
Transmissive sensor
(Feed gap sensor)
Feed Speed
Issue mode
5 inch/sec.
Standard
(Batch printing)
PC save automatic calling
ON
Kanji code
TYPE 1
Euro font code
B0H
Transmission Control Mode
DTR
Reset selection when the
INPUT • PRIME signal is ON.
ON
NOTES:
1. Total media distance covered (TL FEED) and the adjustment value for the sensors cannot be cleared.
2. Data stored on the flash memory card cannot be cleared with this procedure. To clear dada on the flash memory card, send the format command to ini tialize the card. For details, refer to the External Equipment Interface Specification.
3. For data to be cleared in the RAM clear mode, refer to the RAM clear mode table.
4. After RAM clear is performed, the threshold setting value will turn to the default (0). When using pre-printed labels, be sure to set the threshold after referring to the Owner’s Manual.
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6.6.1
Maintenance Counter Clear
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key four times.
< 5 > R A M C L E A R
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
N O R A M C L E A R
EM18-33010A
6.6. RAM CLEAR MODE
Press the [FEED] key.
(or press the [RESTART] key twice.)
Press the [FEED] key and
[RESTART] key at the same time.
M A I N T E C O U N T E R C L E A R
Press the [PAUSE] key.
C O M P L E T E
Turn off the power (See NOTE.)
NOTE: Confirm that “COMPLETE” is displayed, then turn the power off.
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6.6.2
Parameter Clear
Power off
Turn on the power while holding down the [FEED] key and [PAUSE] key.
< 1 >
D I A G N O S T I C V 1 . O A
Press the [FEED] key four times.
< 5 > R A M C L E A R
Press the [PAUSE] key.
Press the [PAUSE] key.
N O R A M C L E A R
EM18-33010A
6.6 RAM CLEAR MODE
Press the [FEED] key twice.
(or press the [RESTART] key.)
Press the [FEED] key and
[RESTART] key at the same time.
P A R A M E T E R C L E A R
Press the [PAUSE] key.
C O M P L E T E
Turn off the power (See NOTE.)
NOTE: Confirm that “COMPLETE” is displayed, then turn the power off.
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7.1 DOS VERSION
7. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD
The main program for the printer has been written onto the flash ROM. If the main program is upgraded, due to the addition/change of the specification, down load the main program from the PC to the printer with the down-load floppy disk and RS-232C interface or high speed PC interface.
7.1.1
FLOPPY DISK
(1) Media .................... 3.5 inches (2DD)
(2) System disk .......... 1 disk (This floppy disk contains the main program written onto the printer and the tool program for down load.)
7.1.2
SETUP
The transmission control code for the printer must be set to either the automatic selection or manual selection (ESC, NUL, LF). For details, refer to Section 6.3.8 Control Code Selection.
(1) Program down load with RS-232C interface
IBM PC/AT
Compatible machine
RS -232C cable
Printer
Connect the PC to the printer with an RS-232C cable. Set the DIP SW2 on the CPU PC board of the printer as follows:
SW#
1
2
3
4
5
Status
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Function
9600 BPS Transmission Speed
1 bit
8 bits
No
Description
Stop bit length
Data length
Presence/absence of parity
(2) Program down load with high speed PC interface
IBM PC/AT
Compatible machine
BPC PC board
Special printer cable
BPE PC board
Printer
Install the BPC and BPE PC boards in the PC and printers, respectively, and connect both boards to each other with the special printer cable after referring to the Maintenance Manual Section 3.1.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual enclosed with the high speed PC interface board kit to set the DIP
SW on the BPC PC board and to install the BPC driver in the PC (hard disk drive).
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7.1 DOS VERSION
7.1.3
DOWN LOAD PROCEDURE
(1) Turn the PC power on.
(2) Turn the printer power on.
(3) Insert the program down load floppy disk into the PC.
(4 Change the drive to A. Type A :
↵
(5) Start the batch file “PDL”. Type P D L
↵
Or copy the contents of the floppy disk in to the hard disk and start the program in the hard disk.
program version.
This is the down load program for B-X
This program down line loads the program file (Version V1.OA) to the B-X
A
Select the communication device. [ ]
( 1=RS-232C , 2=High Speed PC interface)
Are you sure ? (Y/N) [ ]
(Pressing the <Y key> will transmit the program file.)
DD-MM-YYYY
)
To end the program press the <F1 key>
B
(7) Select the interface.
•
RS-232C interface 1
•
High speed PC interface 2
↵
↵
(8) Start the main program transmission.
Y
↵
“###“ in the message, a running count, from 0 through 128 is shown indicating the number of
KB transferred.
** Now transmitting (###/128KB)**
(10) When the transmission is successfully completed, the following message is displayed in
End of Transmission. Continue (Y/N) ? [ ]
•
To continue
1 Turn the printer power off and exchange the printer with another one.
2
Turn the printer power on.
3
Start the main program transmission.
•
To terminate N
↵
Y
↵
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7.1 DOS VERSION
(11) When an error occurs, the following message is displayed together with the error code in
The following error occurred during transmission. (ERROR=##)
Press any key to retry.
Error code
Doing so will revert to the displayed described in step (6). Refer to the error code to find the cause of the error. then retry the down load.
(12) After terminating the down load, refer to the Maintenance Manual Section 6.2 SELF TEST
MODE and perform diagnostic printing. Check that the printer operates properly and the main program version and checksum is printed on the label.
7.1.4 ERROR CODE
51
93
94
95
97
98
88
89
90
92
57
81
82
Error Code
(#)
06
07
50
99
Error
Remarks
Communication error
(Error is detected during command analysis.)
Communication error
(Parity error, overrun error or framing error occurred during communication with RS-232C.)
Write error occurred during formatting of the flash ROM.
Delete error occurred while data was being written onto the flash
ROM.
Chacksum error occurred in the transmission program data.
Image data transmission request signal is not converted to “L”
Data FIFO of the high speed PC interface is not empty.
Underfined status is received when a wating data in RS-232C.
An IOCTL carry is detected in the high speed PC interface.
A parameter error occurred.
An overrun occurred in RS-232C.
A parity error occurred in RS-232C.
A framing error occrred in RS-232C.
A break is detected in RS-232C.
COM1 open error occurred in RS-232C.
Undefined status is received against the loading setup command.
Underfined status is received when the loading operation is terminated.
Status from the printer
Error detected in PC
Check the following when an error occurs:
•
The printer power is turned on.
•
The RS-232C cable or high speed PC interface cable is connected properly.
•
The DIP SW on the CPU PC board or BPC PC board is set correctly.
•
With the high speed PC interface, that the BPC/BPE PC boards are installed in the PC/printer properly. That the BPC driver is installed in the PC (hard disk drive) properly.
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7.2 WINDOWS VERSION
The main program for the printer has been written onto the flash ROM. If the main program is upgraded, due to the addition/change of the specification, download the main program from the PC to the printer with the download floppy disks and RS-232C interface.
7.2.1
Flopply Disk
(1) Program Loader Setup Disk
Media 3.5 inch (2HD)
Disk Program Loader Setup Disks1, 2 and 3 (Total 3 pcs.)
Example
SETUP DISK (1/3)
Download Program for B-X
(English)
12th December 1999
FMRM0057401
V001.000
Copyrigth 1999
TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
(2) Program Data Disk (Firmware Disk)
Media 3.5 inch (2DD0
Disk Install Kit (Total 1pc.)
Example
B-572-QQ/QP
INSTALL KIT V3.3
15th October 1999
FMRM0034812: D700
V012.000
Copyrigth 1999
TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION
All Rights Reserved
NOTE: This program data disk is used to download the program and character generator to the printer. The program download can also be performed from the PC hard disk, therefore, copy the binary file (*.BIN) contained on the program data disk to any folder of the PC hard disk, if necessary.
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7.2.2
Setup and System requirements
Connect the B-570 printer to the PC via the RS-232C cable.
RS-232C Cable
B-570 Printer
EM18-33010A
(Revision Date: Feb. 10, 2000)
7.2 WINDOWS VERSION
(1) System Windows 95 or Windows 98 (Windows 3.1 is not supported.)
(2) Interface Serial Interface only
(3) Memory 16M byte minimum (32M byte or more recommended)
(4) Hard Disk 5M byte minimum (10M byte or more recommended)
(5) Wiring of RS-232C Interface Cable
D-sub 9-pin (Female)
(Inch Screw)
D-sub 9-pin (Male)
(Metric Screw)
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7.2 WINDOWS VERSION
7.2.3
Installation Procedure of Down Load Program
(1) Start up Windows 95 or Windows 98, and then insert the Program Loader Setup Disk (1/3) into the PC floppy drive.
(2) Click on the Start button then highlight Run and click on Run.
(3) When the Run display appears, type in A:\SETUP.EXE and click on OK button.
(4) When requested, insert the Program Loader Setup Disk (2/3) and then the Program Loader
Setup Disk (3/3) to complete the program download.
NOTE: In some PCs, the Program Loader Setup Disks (1/3) and (2/3) may complete the program download. In this case, installing the Program Loader Setup Disk (3/3) is not required.
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7.2 WINDOWS VERSION
7.2.4
Installation Procedure of Firmware
(1) Before performing the program download to the Printer, set the DIP SW2 on the CPU PC board as shown below.
DIP SW2
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
Status
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Description
Transmission speed
Stop bit length
Data length
Presence/absence of parity
Function
9600 bps
1 bit
8 bit
No
(2) Connect the printer to the PC via the RS-232C cable, and then start up the PC. (Refer to section 7.2.2)
(3) Click on the Start button to access the program menu.
(4) Highlight “Programs” then highlight “TOSHIBA TEC” and click on Download Program for B-
X.
(5) The screen will change to display the initial screen of the Download Program for B-X.
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(6) From the File (F) drop down menu, select Open (O).
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(7) The file open screen will appear. Select the drive and the folder in which the binary file is stored. If you copy the binary file into the C:\Program Files\Toshiba TEC\BXDwnPrg folder which appears as the default, you will reduce the time for the program download.
(8) Confirm the data in the Information column to select the desired download file (*.BIN), and then click on Open button.
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(9) The display restores to the Download Program for B-X. Make sure of the Download file.
(10) Select the Tool (T) drop down menu and then select Condition (C).
(11) The communication setting window will appear. Choose COM1 or COM2 and then click on
OK button.
(12) Select the Transmission (R) drop down menu and then select Start (S).
If the desired download file is not selcted, start (S) cannot be selected. Therefore, be sure to open the file before selecting start (S).
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(13) When the program has been successfully downloaded, the following message will appear.
If an error occurs during downloading, make sure of the connection of the RS-232C cable, the
DIP SW setting, the condition of the communication, and then retry the program download.
NOTE: If you terminate the program download, select the File (F) drop down menu and then select
Exit (X). When the following message appears, click on Yes button.
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