Citizen PD-04, PD-04C User Manual

Citizen Handy Printer

PD-04/PD-04C

User's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a

damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious

damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings on the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure

reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings.

The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar

surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product

should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the

AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power

company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be

walked on.

9. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the

products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make

sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes for 120V

outlet and 7.5 amperes for 220V-240V outlet.

10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous

voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of

any kind on the product.

11. Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, don't attempt to service this product yourself. Opening

or removing those covers that are marked "Do Not Remove" may expose you to dangerous voltage

points or other risks. Refer all servicing on those compartments to service personnel.

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the

following conditions:

A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

D. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust

only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment

of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore the product to normal operation.

E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

13. Be sure to recycle or dispose of old batteries properly.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS

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 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.

CAUTION: Use shielded cables to connect this device to computers.

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

EMI COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR CANADIAN USERS

This Class [*] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

This equipment is designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.

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.

CAUTION: Use shielded cables to connect this device to computers.

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

ETAT DE CONFORMITE EMI A L’USAGE DES UTILISATEURS CANADIENS

Cet appareil numérique de la classe [*] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Cet équipement est conçu pour fournir une protection satisfaisante contre de telles interférences dans une installation résidentielle. Cependant, il n’y a pas de garantie contre les interférences avec les réceptions radio

ou télévision, provoquées par la mise en et hors circuit de l’équipement; aussi, il est demandé à l’utilisateur

d’essayer de corriger l’interférence par l’une ou plus des mesures suivantes:

• Réorienter l’antenne de réception.

• Installer l’équipement autre part, par égard pour le récepteur.

• Brancher l’équipement dans une prise de courant différente de façon à ce que l’ordinateur et le récepteur soient branchés sur des circuits différents.

ATTENTION:Utiliser des câbles blindés pour la connexion de cet équipement à l’ordinateur.

Toute modification non expressément approuvée par l’autorité compétente pour cet appareil pourrait annuler l’autorisation de l’utilisateur d’utiliser l’appareil.

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FCC Declaration of Conformity

We, the Responsible Party : Citizen America Corporation

2102 Alton Parkway – Unit A

Irvine, CA 92606

U.S.A.

Telephone (949) 838-0327

declares that the product:

Trade Name: CITIZEN

Product Name: Printer

Model Number: AR10-M01

confirms to the following specifications:

Regulation: FCC Part 15B, Class B

Test Method: ANSI C63.4-1992

and therefore is in compliance with the protection requirement of FCC

Rules relating to electromagnetic compatibility.

issued on 1, March 2003

Anthorized Signature:

Tetsuo Kasahara

President

Using This Product Safely

About the Graphic Symbols Used

In order to prevent harm and injury to the user, others and property, please follow the safety precautions stated here very carefully. The kinds of possible harm, injury or damage resulting from misuse of this product are separated into the following categories. Please read well and understand the inform in this section.

Danger

Warning

Caution

Usedwhenthereisahigh chanceofseriousinjuryordeath resulting ifwarningisignored.

Usedwhenthereispossibilityofseriousinjuryordeathresultingif warningisignored.

Usedwhenit isthoughtthatignoring thewarningmayresult in seriousbodilyharmorphysicaldamage.

MeaningsoftheGraphicSymbols

This symbol is used when the user MUST ACT WITH CARE.

This symbol is used when there is something the user MUST

NOT DO.

This symbol is used when there is something that the user MUST

DO.

★About the usage of the PD-04/PD-04C Unit

Warning

● If the machine gets abnormally hot, starts to smoke, or emanates a strange smell,

turn off the power, remove the batteries and unplug the AC adapter immediately. Have the unit serviced. Continuing to use the unit may result in fire.

●If some foreign object falls into the machine (metal particles, water, fluid), first turn off

the power remove the battery pack, unplug the AC adapter and contact a service representative. Continuing to use the unit may result in fire.

Caution

● Do not place the unit on an unsteady table or resting point. Injury could result if the

unit falls.

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Contents

n Using This Product Safely .....................................................................................1

n Notices .................................................................................................................. 3

n During Operation ...................................................................................................4

n Devices Necessary to Operate this Printer ........................................................... 5

n Names of Parts and their Functions ......................................................................6

n Power Source ........................................................................................................ 9

How to Recharge the Battery ............................................................................ 9

Installation and Removal of the Battery Pack .................................................10

The Charge Time of the Battery Pack ............................................................ 11

Things to be Careful about when Using the Recharger

and the Battery Pack ...................................................................................... 11

The Battery Pack ............................................................................................ 12

n Installing of the Paper ......................................................................................... 13

Inserting Paper from the Rear ........................................................................ 13

Feeding Cut Sheets from the Top ................................................................... 15

Feeding Sheets from the Bottom ....................................................................16

Inserting Roll Paper ........................................................................................ 17

n Things to be Aware of when Inserting Paper ...................................................... 20

When the Paper runs out in the middle of a print job ...................................... 20

Notes on the Usage of Thermal Paper ........................................................... 21

n Adjusting Printer Settings ....................................................................................22

n The Self-Test Print .............................................................................................. 30

n Cleaning the Printer ............................................................................................ 31

n Connecting the Printer to your Personal Computer ............................................ 32

When Connecting the Printer Cable be Careful About ................................... 32

Connecting with an Infrared Optical Communication Device .......................... 33

n Specifications ...................................................................................................... 34

n When You Think The Printer Might be Broken .................................................... 37

Citizen, the Citizen logo and PD-04/PD-04C are trademarks of Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.

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Notices

Caution

1 Please use this unit in a flat, horizontal, stable position. 2 Because of possible damage, please do not use or store unit in the following places:

[ Inside a car, where there is heat exposure, in

a place that receives direct sun light or close to room heaters

[In a place with high temperature or humidity,

in a place with low temperature or humidity or in a place that experiences severe changes of temperature or humidit

[In a place where the unit will be exposed to

dust.

[In a place where it is likely to come in contact

with water or liquids.

3 To prevent damage to the unit do not drop the unit, expose it to shock or shake it. 4 To prevent damage, do not allow any foreign objects to fall into the machine. 5 To prevent damage, do not clean unit using chemical cleaners (paint thinner or benzene)

or a wet towel. Damage or discoloration can result from their use. Clean the unit with a soft dry towel.

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During Operation

1 Usage of printing paper other than that suggested herein will produce poorer quality

printouts and reduce the life of the print head (the part that prints the letter).

2 To prevent damage to the print head, do not allow the printer to print without any

paper in the unit (empty print). Do not put down the paper depress lever (lowering the print head) and turn the roller knob. The hot print head can melt the roll and the friction can damage the print head.

3 Do not hit the print head with a hard or sharp object or rub it in any way. 4 When not using the printer for extended periods of time put the paper depressor bar in

the upright position so that it is away from the roller. If the paper depressor bar is left down it may deform the roller.

5 If dew gathers on the printer, be sure to wipe the print head before use. If you do not

do this the print head will be damaged.

6 When pulling paper out of the printer, always lift the paper depressor bar beforehand.

If you pull the paper out with the bar down the printer head and the motor may be damaged.

7 Depending on the paper, the darkness and contrast of the print will vary. When the

contrast is too dark or too light, please make adjustments at the printer contrast setting command in the Command Reference.

8 When using copy paper, please set the paper type to 2 copies paper at the print paper

setting command in the command reference.

9 When using the printer in the copy paper mode, sometimes the first page and the

second slip to the wrong place, and the print becomes scratchy, in this case please print one more time from the beginning.

10 When printing directly after turning the paper feed knob, some dots in the first line will

be crushed. To avoid this, turn the knob slightly in the opposite direction, or press the Paper Feed button (FEED) to feed a little more paper before printing.

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Devices Necessary to Operate this Printer

Thank you for purchasing this CITIZEN printer. After purchasing the unit make sure that the printer and the user manual are both in the box. There are items sold separately that are necessary to operate this printer. Please purchase those products which fit the way you want to use the printer.

The printer power is supplied by the Battery Pack/Recharger, and by an AC adapter(*). Also one of the following a or b is necessary:

a Personal Data Assistants Tool with an IrDA compliant infrared interface. b A personal computer or notebook computer with Windows 95 driver.

OPTIONS:

*1. Battery pack <PD69910>

This rechargeable battery is the power source of the Handy Printer

*2. Recharger <PD69923 for 120V> <PD69926 for 220-240V>

This device recharges the battery pack.

*3. AC Adapter <PD69929 for 120V> <PD69930 for 220-240V>

Use this power source when you are not using the battery pack.

4. The RS-232C Cable <PD79900> This cable connects the printer to your personal computer. If you are using the an infrared interface, you do not need a communication cable.

5. Paper This paper is thermal type. (See page 35)

(Single Sheets/Roll Paper)

6. Roll Paper Holder <PD99915> Stow the Roll Paper.

7. Windows 95 Driver

Note: Some options may be shipped along with the printer as standard accessories

depending on the sales channel in your country.

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Names of Parts and their Functions

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Paper Holder (Option)

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Battery (Option)

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Operating the Printer

1 Power ON Lamp (POWER)

This lamp is lit when the power is on. It also flashes when the battery pack become weak. If you have a factory option clock function included in your unit (PD-04C), when the back up battery needs to be replaced the error lamp will go on and the power lamp will flash.

2 Error Lamp (ERROR)

Under the following circumstances the error lamp will light up or flash.

M Paper out <Flash > (quickly) M The paper depress lever is in release position <Light is on> M When there is a I/F data transmission error <Flash > (slow) M Only when the print head becomes too hot, the printer reacts in the following way:

The error lamp and the power lamp <flash> simultaneously.

3 Optical Receptor

This section receives data sent by the optical communication system

4 Serial Port

Using the RS-232C cable, sold separately, the printer can receive data via serial data transfer.

5 Power Switch

Turns the printer on.

6 Paper Feed Button (FEED)

While depressing this button the paper will feed through. However if there is no paper in the printer, this button will have no effect. Also, when there is an error in data transfer, this button clears the error.

7 Paper Feed Knob

This knob is used to feed paper manually, when the paper depressor lever released. (Do not use the paper feed knob when the paper depressor lever is in the down position.)

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8 Paper Depressor Lever

When this lever is released it is possible to adjust the paper by hand. When the lever is down (engaged), the printer is able to print.

9 Print Head Cover

Please remove this cover before cleaning.

 AC Adapter Terminal Cover

This cover protects the AC adapter terminal.

 AC Adapter Terminal

Plug the AC adapter (sold separately) into this terminal.

 Battery Pack Release Lever

Slide this to make it possible to remove the battery pack.

 DIP Switch Cover

Remove this cover to adjust the DIP switch settings.

 Roll Paper Holder Release Lever

Use this when it is time to remove the roll paper holder pack.

About the Energy Saving Auto-Power off Function.

This printer automatically shuts down if there is no data transmission and no operation of the paper feed button (FEED) or paper depressor lever for a period of 10 minutes to prevent depletion of the rechargeable batteries. To power up the unit again you must first turn the power switch to off and then back to on. In this event, font size or any other data will be lost. * The auto power down time can be adjusted in the printer command or in the VuePrint

function-set mode. (Refer to Command Reference)

* However, when using an AC adapter, the Auto-power off function does not operate.

Forms of Data Transmission

This printer has 2 methods of data reception and data transmission. The RS-232C data cable and Optical communication system. The default is set to Optical Data Transmission and the RS-232C is defaulted off. The switch for these functions can be done at the VuePrint function set mode.

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Power Source

Other than the AC adapter this printer can be operated with the battery pack (sold separately). The battery pack is attached to the printer after it has been recharged using the recharger, also sold separately. Here we explain the usage of the Battery Pack and the Recharger, but before actually using them, please read the User Manuals that come with the Battery Pack and Recharger as well.

Note:

The new battery pack is uncharged. Be sure to charge it before your initial use.

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How to Recharge the Battery

1 Plug the recharger plug into an AC wall

outlet.

2 Put the battery pack in the recharger unit.

Make sure that the recharger and the battery pack <recharge-terminal directions> match up.

3 While pressing down on the battery pack,

slide them in the direction shown on the map.

ACwalloutlet

Plug

BatteryPack

[ When recharge begins, the recharge lamp

(green) will start to blink. After recharging the lamp will turn off.

Removing the Battery Pack

You can remove the battery pack by sliding them in the opposite direction as the arrow on the figure above. For more information please refer to the manual that comes with the battery pack.

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RechargeLamp1

PowerLamp

RechargeLamp2

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