Citizen CX, CX-W User Manual

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User’s Manual

CX

CX-W

Version 1.13

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●Concerning Copyright

The copyrights for this document are the property of CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd.
Reproduction of any or all of the contents of this document without consent of the company
is a violation of copyright law. However, one back-up copy may be made for
non-commercial, personal purposes.
Also, the contents of this document are subject to change in the future without prior notice.

●Concerning Safety Warnings

Warnings concerning safety and use, and the contents of this document, conform to existing
standards as of the date published.

●Concerning Modification

This printer was planned, developed, and manufactured by CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN
Co.,Ltd., and for safety purposes, any modification of the device is prohibited.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this device.
This document explains the handling and operation required to use this printer.
Please read this document well before use.
Be sure to read “For Safe Operation” (Pg 2-4), and operate the printer correctly.

For Safe Operation

・ Be sure to read this document before use. After reading, keep it in a safe place, where it can be re-read as

needed.

・ The warnings listed here are to ensure proper use of the device, to prevent physical injury to the customer or

other persons, and to prevent property damage. Please obey these warnings.

■ About “Warning” and “Caution”

Listed below, the possible levels of injury or damage due to misuse are categorized as “Warning” and
“Caution”, according to the degrees of danger involved.

■About the symbols

The symbols shown have the following meanings:

Accidents caused by failure to heed the warnings accompanying this symbol could lead to
serious or fatal injury.

WARNING

Accidents caused by failure to heed the warnings accompanying this symbol could lead to
physical injury or property damage.

CAUTION

This symbol calls attention to contents of warnings and cautions.
Details are indicated in or near this s

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This symbol indicates prohibited actions.
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This symbol designates necessary actions, and relevant content.
Details of the actions are shown within the symbol.

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WARNING

・ Use only with the designated voltage and frequency. Improper connection could cause

electric shock or fire.

・

Avoid overstressing outlets and using extension cords. The outlet could overheat and

cause a fire.

・

Do not damage, destroy, bundle, or alter the power cord. Also, placing heavy objects

on, pulling on, or bending the cord excessively can damage it, and could cause a fire.

・

Do not set the printer up in places with salinity or corrosive gases in the air. This

could cause a fire.

・

Do not block the vents. Heat could build up in the printer and cause a malfunction or

fire.

・

Do not stand on or place heavy objects on the printer. Also, do not use excessive

force on the buttons, switches, terminals, etc. This could break the printer and cause

injury to the user or others.

・

Store the bag for the printer out of the reach of children. It could cause suffocation if

placed over the head.

・

Be careful to avoid injury or damages from the edges in the printer.

・

Do not use this printer for applications where malfunction could be life-threatening

(such as medical, space, aeronautic, or other applications that require extreme reliability).

・

The printer weighs approximately 14 kg (31 lbs). When moving it, lift in a way that

avoids excessive physical stress. Lifting recklessly or dropping the printer could cause

injury.

・

Locate the printer as close to an outlet as possible, and allow easy access to unplug the

power cord in case of problems.

・

If there is dust on the plug, clean it off thoroughly. It could cause electric shock or a

short-out.

・ If metal objects or liquids have fallen into the printer, and there is smoke, a strange

odor, or any other apparent abnormality, immediately turn the power OFF, and unplug

the power cord. Then contact a service representative. Do not continue using the

printer if it is not operating properly. This could cause shock, short circuit, or fire.

・

Be sure to attach the ground. Otherwise, it could short-circuit, causing electric shock or

fire.

・

Do not plug or unplug the cord with wet hands. This could cause electric shock.

・

Do not open the inside of the printer, disassemble internal parts, or modify the printer.

It could cause electric shock, fire, or injury, or break the printer. For internal

check-ups, adjustments, or repair, please contact a service representative.

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CAUTION

・

Do not set the printer up in dusty or overly humid places. This could cause fire or electric shock, or

damage the printer.

・

Do not set the printer up on an unstable surface. It could fall and cause injury to the user or others.

・

Do not allow foreign objects to enter the printer. They could cause electric shock, short circuit, or

fire, or break the printer. If something falls into the printer, immediately turn the power OFF, and

call a service representative.

・

Do not open the cover while printing. This could break the printer.

・

Do not spill or spray liquids or chemicals into the printer.

・

When cleaning the cover, do not use thinner, trichloroethane, benzene, ketone-based cleaners, or

chemically treated cloths. They could discolor or deteriorate the cover.

・

At least once a year, unplug the power cord, and clean the prongs and the plug. If dust accumulates,

it could cause a fire.

・ When printing continuously for long periods of time in a small room, be sure to ventilate properly.

・

If use is intended on a transportation vehicle (train, truck, ship, etc.), please talk to a representative in

advance.

・

When disposing of the printer, peripheral items, packaging, or media, please abide by local waste

removal ordinances. For details, contact your local government offices.

・

When unplugging the cord, grip the plug. Do not pull on the cord. It could damage the cord, and

cause electric shock or fire.

・

When moving the printer, be sure to unplug the power cord. Otherwise, the cord may be damaged,

which could cause fire or electric shock.

・

When not using the printer for extended periods of time, for the sake of safety, be sure to unplug the

power cord. It could cause electric shock or fire.

・

Parts with this warning get extremely hot. Do not touch after printing. There is a danger of burns.

・

Do not touch the gear mechanisms. There is a danger of injury if fingers get caught in the spinning

gears.

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If you want to dispose this product, do not mix with general
household waste. There is a separate collection system for
used electronics products in accordance with legislation
under the WEEE Directive (Directive 2002/96/EC) and is
effective only within European Union.

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Cautions for Set-up

・ Prior to operation, read “For Safe Operation” carefully and observe the rules therein.
・ Use care when moving the printer. Never try carrying the printer alone.

Dropping it could cause injury or damage to other property.

・

Do not use or store the printer near fire, excessive moisture, in direct sunlight, near an air
conditioner or heater, or any other source of unusually high or low temperature or humidity, or
excessive dust.

・

Do not place the printer where chemical reactions occur, such as in a laboratory.

・

Do not set up the printer where there is salinity or corrosive gas in the air.

・ The printer must sit on a firm, level surface where there is ample ventilation.
・

Do not put anything on the top of the printer.

・

Do not place the printer near a radio or television, and do not use the same wall outlet for the
printer and radio or television. Radio or television reception could be adversely affected.

・

Do not use a power voltage or frequency other than those specified.

・

Do not put anything on the power cord or step on it.

・

Do not drag or carry the printer by the power cord or USB cable.

・

Avoid plugging the power cord into an outlet with many loads.

・

Do not bundle the power cord.

・ Always grip the plug housing, not the cord, to plug/unplug the power cord.

・ Make certain the power is turned off before connecting/disconnecting the USB cable.

・ Avoid lengthening the signal cable or connecting it to any noise-producing device.

If it is unavoidable, use a shielded cable or twisted pair for each signal.

・

Place the printer near the outlet where the power cord can be unplugged easily to shut off
power.

・ Use an AC outlet that accepts a three-pronged plug. Otherwise, there may be danger of electric

shock.

・ Use the appropriate specified cord set.

Only use items that are certified safe according to the standards of the country where they are to
be used

・ This printer is not meant to be used as a network printer. Use in connection to a network is at

the customer’s own risk.

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Japanese Users

Parts number Rating

Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug KP-300 125V 12A

PSE

Cord VCTF 1.25mm2 3G
Connector KS-16A 125V 12A

Parts number Rating

Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug LP-53 125V 12A

PSE

Cord VCTF 1.25mm2 3G
Connector LS-13J 125V 12A

Parts number Rating

Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug PHP-301 125V 12A

PSE

Cord VCTF 1.25mm2 3G
Connector PHS-301 125V 12A

●American Users

Parts number Rating Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug CAT-009 125V 13A

UL

CSA

Cord SJT 1.31mm2(16AWG) 3C
Connector EF-28 125V 13A

Parts number Rating

Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug KP-30 125V 13A

UL

CSA

Cord SJT 1.31mm2(16AWG) 3C
Connector KS-32 125V 13A

Parts number Rating

Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug PHP-301 125V 13A

UL

CSA

Cord SJT 1.31mm2(16AWG) 3C
Connector PHS-301 125V 13 A

Parts number Rating

Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug LP-31 125V 15A

UL

CSA

Cord SJT 1.31mm2(16AWG) 3C
Connector LS-13 125V 13 A

●European Users

Parts number Rating Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug 203 250V 16A

VDE, FIMKO,IMQ, KEMA

NEMKO, NF, OVE, SEMKO

CEBEC, DEMKO

Cord H05VV-F 1.00mm2 3G
Connector EF-28 250V 10A

Parts number Rating Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug KP-4819Y 250V 10/16A

VDE, FIMKO, KEMA,

NEMKO, OVE, SEMKO

CEBEC, DEMKO

Cord H05VV-F (GTCE-3) 1.00mm2 3G
Connector KS-31A 250V 10A

Parts number Rating Mark(S) of Conformity

Plug LP-33 250V 16A

VDE, FIMKO,IMQ, KEMA

NEMKO, NF, OVE, SEMKO

CEBEC, DEMKO

Cord H05VV-F 1.00mm2 3G
Connector LS-13 250V 10A

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Regulatory compliance statements

American users

FCC part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

■

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

■

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

■

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected

■

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment

This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. The antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Caution: Use shielded cables to connect this computers.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device
could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

日本のお客様へ／Japanese Users

電波障害について

この装置は、情報処理装置等電波障害自主規制協議会（VCCI）の基準に基づくクラス B 情報
技術装置です。この装置は､家庭環境で使用することを目的としていますが、この装置がラジオ
やテレビジョンの受信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を引き起こす可能性があります。
取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをして下さい。

VCCI statement

This equipment is in the Class B category (information Technology Equipment to be used in a
residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and conforms to standards set by the Voluntary
Control Council for interference by information Technology Equipment aimed at preventing radio
interference in such residential areas. When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the
cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling.

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Declaration of Conformity

European users

The hereinafter mentioned product is manufactured according to Internal Production Control
and Specific Apparatus Tests in compliance with

ANNEX Ⅲ of the R&TTE-Directive 99/05/EC

Product: CX/CX-W
Photo Printer

The presumption of conformity with the essential requirements regarding
Council Directive 99/05/EC is ensured according to

Art. 3.1 a) Safety: EN 60950-1: 2001
EN 50364: 2001

(equivalent to 2006/95/EC)

Art. 3.1 b) EMC: ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.6.1 (2005-09)
ETSI EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1 (2002-08)

(equivalent to 89/336/EC & 2004/108/EC)

Art. 3.2) Radio: EN 300 330-1 V1.3.2: (2002-12)

EN 300 330-2 V1.3.1: (2006-04)

The product bears the European Approvals Marking “CE”.
Due to Class 1 categorized, alert mark to indicate using non-harmonized frequency
and Notification to National Authorities according to Article 6.4 are not needed.

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English
Hereby, CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. declares that this CX/CX-W is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.

Finnish
CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. vakuuttaa täten että CX/CX-W tyyppinen laite on
direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden
ehtojen mukainen.

Dutch
Hierbij verklaart CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. dat het toestel CX/CX-W in
overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van
richtlijn 1999/5/EG
Bij deze verklaart CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. dat deze CX/CX-W voldoet
aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn
1999/5/EC.

French
Par la présente CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. déclare que ľappareil CX/CX-W
est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la
directive 1999/5/CE.
Par la présente, CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. déclare que ce CX/CX-W est
conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive
1999/5/CE qui lui sont applicables.

Swedish
Härmed intygar CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. att denna CX/CX-W står I
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta
bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

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Danish
Undertegnede CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. erklærer herved, at følgende
udstyr CX/CX-W overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv
1999/5/EF

German
Hiermit erklärt CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd., dass sich dieser/diese/dieses
CX/CX-W in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den
anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet".(BMWi)
Hiermit erklärt CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. die Übereinstimmung des
Gerätes CX/CX-W mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten
Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.(Wien)

Greek

ＭＥ ＴＨＮ ΠＡＰＯＹΣＡ CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. ΔＨΛΩＮＥＩ ＯＴ
Ｉ CX / CX - W ΣＹＭＭＯＰΦΩＮＥＴＡＩ ΠＰＯΣ ＴＩΣ ＯＹΣＩΩΔＥＩΣ ＡΠＡＩＴ
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Italian
Con la presente CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. dichiara che questo CX/CX-W è
conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla
direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Spanish
Por medio de la presente CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. declara que el CX/CX-W
cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o
exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Portuguese
CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd. declara que este CX/CX-W está conforme com os
requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Malti
Hawnhekk, CITIZEN SYSTEMS JAPAN Co.,Ltd., jiddikjara li dan CX/CX-W
jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm
fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC

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Introduction ···············································································2
For Safe Operation ································································2
Cautions for Set-up ································································5
Regulatory compliance statements ······································6
Declaration of Conformity ····················································8

Table of Contents ····································································11

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Checking the Contents ································································12
Names of Components ································································13
Connecting the Power Cord ······················································14
Connecting to the Computer ······················································14
Paper and Ribbon ·······································································15
Setting the Media ········································································16

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Error Displays ·············································································22
Solving Media Errors ·································································23

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Please check that the printer and all accessories are included in the package.

・ When removing the printer from its package, carrying it, or moving it, be sure to use care. Dropping

the printer could result in personal injury or damage to other items.

・ If the printer is lifted by grasping the cushions, the cushions could break and cause the printerto be

dropped.

・ The scrap box, paper holder, paper cassette, and the ribbon cassette are all specific to the respective CX

and CX-W. Please do not switch them for use in the opposite printers.

CAUTION

Printer Unit

Paper Holder

（Set in the printer）

＊Remove wrapping before use

Paper Cassette

（Set in the printer）

Power Cord

Ribbon Cassette

（Set in the printer）

For Safe Operation
Start-up Guide

CD

User’s Manual
Printer Driver

Paper Tray（for L, PC sizes）

※Not included with CX-W

Scrap Box

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[Front of Unit]

・ Please be careful not to hurt yourself or damage anything on the edges of the printer.

Ventilation

USB port

Power Plug Socket

[Back of Unit]

Ventilation

[Side of Unit]

Platen Roller

Power Switch

Scrap Box

Print Feed Out

LED

Open Lever

CAUTION

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1. Make sure that the printer’s power switch is set to the OFF position.

2. Plug the cord connector end into the printer Power Plug Socket.

3. Plug the cord into the wall outlet.

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1. Make sure that both the printer and computer power switches are set to the OFF position.

2. Connect the USB cable to the printer and the computer.

3. Turn on the power.

・ Please use the power cable that came with the printer, and be sure to attach the ground wire.

CAUTION

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CX CX-W

Type

L、2L PC、A5、A5W 8×10、8×12

Paper

Width: 127mm Width: 152mm Width: 203mm

Paper

Cassette

Ribbon

(Ribbon

Cassette)

Width: 134mm Width: 159mm Width: 210mm

Scrap

Box

・ Set the paper and ribbon without putting them directly on the work surface. Any dust or dirt could get

inside the printer and adversely affect the print quality.

・ The scrap box, paper holder, paper cassette, and the ribbon cassette are all specific to the respective

CX and CX-W. Please do not switch them for use in the opposite printers.

CAUTION

Metal

Plastic

Plastic

Plastic

Metal

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1. Release the Open Lever, and pull out the mechanism unit.

2. Open the Paper Release lever.

3. Remove the scrap box Hold the center and lift it up straight.

Caution) Never remove the dust box diagonally.

The dust box may be damaged and the printer may not operate normally.

4. Remove the entire paper cassette unit.

Paper Release Lever

Scrap Box

Open Lever

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5. Install the new roll of paper on the paper holder.

When installing it, make sure there are no gaps between the paper and the holder.
Make sure the paper is not sticking out. If the end of the roll is uneven (with paper sticking out), remove it
from the holder, and flatten it.

Check for uneven ends

6. Set the paper holder into the paper cassette.（(Set it firmly all the way in)

Set the paper in the direction indicated below.

○

×

×

No gaps

Paper direction

Seal

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7. Remove the tape, and advance the roll as indicated by the arrow. Set the end of the paper about 5mm beyond

the roller. When doing this, insert the paper straight along the seal. If it isn’t inserted straight, the paper will
be crooked, which could cause white line on the edges of the print, ribbon wrinkles, and register slippage.

8. Set the paper cassette into the printer.

○ × ×

Path of the paper

As seen from above

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9. Turn the paper in the direction of the arrow. When it is advanced enough, the buzzer will beep, and the

flashing LED (orange) will go out.

It is easier to set if the paper is turned while securing the holder with one hand.

10. Set the scrap box, and close the cover.

The printer will not operate without the scrap box.

If the mechanism unit is closed without the scrap box attached, there will be a “No Scrap Box Error”, and the
LED will flash (red).

・ The printer will not operate without the scrap box attached.
・ When the scrap box is removed, do not insert your fingers in the cutter at the top. They could be cut

or severed.

・ As prints are cut, the scrap box fills with scrap paper. Be sure to empty it when you change the

paper and ribbon. If it becomes over-filled with scraps, it could cause problems with the printer.

CAUTION

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11. Set the new ribbon into the ribbon cassette.

Advance the ribbon in the direction of the arrow, and take up any slack.

12. Set it with the supply side in front.

13.Close the mechanism unit.
*When the mechanism unit is closed, the printer will run initialization (4 blank sheets will be fed out).

However, if the power is turned ON after the paper is set, it won’t run the initialization.
By running initialization, the dirty outer layer of paper is cut off.

*In order to facilitate media color adjustment, media type recognition, and print quantity management,

an IC chip is built into the ink ribbon. Media without an IC chip, which has not been evaluated and
cleared, may not function properly. (If correct data cannot be read from the IC chip, an alarm will sound.
In this case, in order to protect the printer, it will lower the concentration for printing.)

*Please change the media as a set, because the IC chip for each ribbon has unique information.

Otherwise, errors could occur.

*If different width media (for example L-size and PC-size) are used on the same printer, problems with

the print quality could arise. Therefore, it is preferable not to mix the use of different width media on
one printer.

Supply

Take Up

Set here

Supply side

・ Replace the ribbon and paper as a set to avoid problems later.

CAUTION

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14.Attach the Paper Tray to the Scrap Box.

*Not included with CX-W.

*When printing sizes other than L or PC, do not attach the Paper Tray.
*The tray can hold about 50 photos, but please remove them frequently.

*Remove the printouts frequently particularly when using 2x6 paper sheets.

・ Use with sizes other than L or PC, or allowing too many photos to accumulate could cause problems.

Detailed diagram

CAUTION

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EErrrroorr DDiissppllaayys

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The flashing LED indicates the printer status

Status

LED display

Solution

Refer

to

Power Ribbon Paper

Error

Paper End

*1

●

Put in a new roll of paper P.16

Ribbon End

*1

●

Put in a new roll of ribbon P.20

Door is Open

（no paper）

●

Set the paper properly and close the
mechanism unit

P.16

Door is Open

●

Close the mechanism unit P.20

No Scrap Box

●

Set the scrap box P.19

Paper Error

● ● ● Free the paper, and reset it correctly P.23

Ribbon Error

● ● ● Fix the ribbon, and set it correctly P.25

System Error

*2

● ● Re-boot the printer (turn off, then on) －

Head Cool

Down

The head is cooling off (auto-recovery) －

＊● indicates lit, indicates flashing, and blank is not lit

*1 Exchange the paper and ribbon as a set.

*2 If the system error cannot be corrected, contact the dealer.

Power
Ribbon
Paper
Error

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SSoollvviinngg MMeeddiiaa EErrrroorrss

1. Pull out the mechanism unit.

2. Remove the ribbon cassette.

a. If the paper is jammed:

1. Pull any paper remaining in the printer in the direction shown, and cut off any wrinkled or partially printed

areas evenly with scissors.

Printing over an already printed area will cause the ribbon to stick, and the paper will jam again.
When pulling the paper out, pull it slowly. Application of too much force could damage the printer.

・ Please be careful not to hurt yourself or damage anything on the edges of the printer.

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2. Remove the scrap box, and rewind the paper.

3. Cut off any partially printed, wrinkled, or otherwise inferior paper evenly with a pair of scissors, and reset the

paper. If wrinkles or partially printed areas are left, it could cause the paper to jam again.

Cutting the paper

Then follow the methods as for setting the media.

○

×

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b. If the ribbon is pulled into the mechanism:

1. Cut the ribbon.

2. Carefully remove any ribbon remaining in the mechanism.

Any pieces of ribbon left inside the mechanism could affect print quality.

In this case, clean the platen roller see P.27

3. Reattach the ribbon with cellophane (or similar) tape.

4. Rotate the up-take ribbon several times until the tape is out of sight. Take care that there is no slack in the

ribbon.

Then, refer to a. If the paper is jammed.

Tape

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c. If the printer is stopped in the middle of cutting:

1. Turn the power back ON. Free the jammed paper, and return the cutter blade to its ready position.

2. Remove any partially printed material from inside the mechanism unit.

Then, refer to a. If the paper is jammed.

d. If power is cut during printing:

*If the power is cut during printing, you will not be able to pull out the mechanism unit.

1. Turn the power back ON. The partial print will be cut into scrap-size pieces and removed.

After this, you will be able to pull out the mechanism unit.

2. Check that there is no printed material in the mechanism unit.

If the paper is jammed, refer to a. If the paper is jammed.

・ Do not turn the power OFF while printing. This could damage the printer.

If the jammed paper cannot be freed, please contact a service representative.

CAUTION

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If there is an indent on the pictures at a regular interval, or if the back of the picture (white side) is
dirty, clean the platen roller.

There may be dust, grime, adhesives, etc. from the ribbon or paper on the platen roller.

1. Prepare a piece of gauze or other soft cloth soaked in ethyl alcohol.

Benzenes or thinners other than ethyl alcohol may permeate the resin, so they should not be used.

2. Wipe off any grime while turning the platen roller.

・ Please be careful not to hurt yourself or damage anything on the edges of the printer.
・ Never use benzenes or thinners other than ethyl alcohol, as they may permeate the resin.

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Model CX CX-W

Print type Thermal dye sublimation transfer

Print mode High-speed mode High quality mode High-speed mode High quality mode

Resolution 300×300dpi

300×600dpi

600×600dpi※

300×300dpi

300×600dpi

600×600dpi※

Print size

L 89×127mm 8×4 203×102mm

PC 101×152mm 8×5 203×127mm

2L 127×178mm 8×6 203×152mm

A5 152×203mm 8×8 203×203mm

A5W 152×229mm 8×10 203×254mm

8×12 203×305mm

Print sheet

L

400 sheets

8×10

130 sheets

PC

400 sheets

8×12

110 sheets

2L

230 sheets

A5

200 sheets

A5W

180 sheets

Print time (Glossy)

L Approx. 8.4 sec Approx. 10.8 sec 8×10 Approx. 30.2 sec Approx. 40.2 sec

PC Approx. 8.9 sec Approx. 11.7 sec 8×12 Approx. 35.2 sec Approx. 46.2 sec
2L Approx. 12.8 sec Approx. 17.4 sec
A5 Approx. 13.9 sec Approx. 19.3 sec

A5W Approx. 16.4 sec Approx. 22.4 sec

Print time (Matte)

L Approx. 15.8 sec Approx. 15.8 sec 8×10 Approx. 52.0 sec Approx. 52.0 sec

PC Approx. 17.3 sec Approx. 17.3 sec 8×12 Approx. 60.0 sec Approx. 60.0 sec
2L Approx. 27.1 sec Approx. 27.1 sec
A5 Approx. 29.6 sec Approx. 29.6 sec

A5W Approx. 34.1 sec Approx. 34.1 sec

Ribbon type

YMC＋overcoat

Interface

USB2.0

Driver-compatible OS

Windows 2000/ Windows XP/ Windows Vista(32/64bit)/ Windows 7(32/64bit)
/Windows 8(32/64bit)

Dimensions

322mm W ×366mm D × 170mm H

Weight

Approx. 14 ㎏（printer only）

Power

AC100V－240V 50/60Hz

Power consumption

100V 3.96A 240V 1.69A

Noise

A-weighted sound pressure level < 70dB: " less than 70 dB"

Operating environment

Temp. 5～35℃ in natural conditions

Humidity 35～80% with no condensation

※In applications where a different resolution cannot be set for the vertical and horizontal, use with the 600x600 dpi

setting.（The size is converted to 300x600 dpi inside the driver and the data is then sent to the printer.）

*These specifications may be changed without prior notice.

Information on servicing the printer

For questions regarding operation and servicing of the printer, contact the dealer where the printer was purchased,
or consult at the following:

Citizen Systems Japan Co., Ltd.

http://www.citizen-systems.co.jp
6-1-12, Tanashi-cho, Nishi-Tokyo-shi
Tokyo, 188-8511. Japan
Tel: [phone]

CITIZEN is a registered trademark of Citizen Holdings Co., Japan.
CITIZEN es una marca registrada de Citizen Holdings Co., Japón.