RT700i
RT700i/RT730i BARCODE PRINTER
USER MANUAL
User Manual
Version
Issue Date
P/N
: RT700i series
: Rev. 1.6
: 2013.10.03
: 920-014811-00
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RT700i/RT730i USER MANUAL
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for Ethernet
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CONTENTS
1 Barcode Printer 001
1.1
1.2
2 Printer Setup 006
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
3 Printer Setting and Control 021
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8 USB Host
Box Content
Getting to Know Your Printer
Open the Printer
Loading the Ribbon
Loading the Label Roll Module
Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer
Installing Printer Driver and QLabel with Super
Wizard CD
Operation Panel
LCD Interface Introduction
LAN Setting
LCD Password
LCD Interface Function
Label Calibration and Self Test
Error Alerts
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002
006
007
012
014
016
021
022
026
028
030
034
036
038
NetSetting
4.1
4.2
5 Accessories 048
5.1
5.2
5.3
6 Maintenance and Adjustment 060
6.1
6.2
Appendix
Product Specifications
Installing the NetSetting Software
The Interface of NetSetting
Preparation Steps
Installing the Label Dispenser
Installing the Cutter
Cleaning the Print Head
Troubleshooting
Interface
File Manipulation When Using USB Stick
Bluetooth Module
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050
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Contents
RT700i/RT730i USER MANUAL
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
FOR AMERICAN USERS
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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation 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 own expense.
EMS AND EMI COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
FOR EUROPEAN USERS
This equipment has been tested and passed with the requirements relating to electromagnetic
compatibility based on the standards EN55022:2010 Class A, EN61000-3-2:2006/A1:2009/A2:2009,
EN 61000-3-3:2008 and EN55024:2010, IEC 61000-4-2:2008 series The equipment also tested and passed in
accordance with the European Standard EN55022 for the both Radiated and Conducted emissions limits.
RT700i SERIES
TO WHICH THIS DECLARATION RELATES
IS IN CONFORMITY WITH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS
IEC 60950-1:2005(2nd Edition)+Am 1:2009, CB9254-2008 (Class A ) ; GB17625. 1-2003; GB4943.1-2011,
EN55022:2010 Class A, EN61000-3-2:2006/A1:2009/A2:2009, EN 61000-3-3:2008 and EN55024:2010,
IEC 61000-4-2:2008 series, UL 60950-1, 2nd Edition, 2011-12-19, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, 2nd Edition,
2011-12, CFR 47, Part 15
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
此为Class A产品，在生活环境中，该产品可能造成无线电干扰，在这种情况下，可能需要用户对其干扰采取切实可行
的措施。
Declaration
RT700i/RT730i USER MANUAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the following instructions carefully.
1. Keep the equipment away from humidity.
2. Before you connect the equipment to the power outlet, please
check the voltage of the power source.
3. Make sure the printer is off before plugging the power connector
into the power jack.
4. It is recommended that you connect the printer to a surge
protector to prevent possible transient overvoltage damage.
5. Be careful not to get liquid on the equipment to avoid electrical
shock.
6. For safety and warranty reasons, ONLY qualified service personnel
should open the equipment.
7. Do not repair or adjust energized equipment under any
circumstances.
Caution
**** Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.
**** Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
**** Only use with designated power supply adapter model.
**** Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Safety instructions
1 Barcode Printer
1.1 Box Content
Please check that all of the following items are included with your printer.
RT700i/RT730i Barcode Printer
RT700i
Label Stock
Ribbon Module
Empty Ribbon Core
Ribbon
USB Cable
Power Adapter
Power Cord
AC Adapter
RT700i/RT730i Quick Guide
RT700/RT700i/RT700
CD
Including GoLabel software
and RT700i/RT730i user manual.
x
Series
Ribbon Hubs
Set of 2.
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1 Barcode Printer
1.2 Getting to Know Your Printer
Device Overview
Front View
PRINTER COVER
OPERATION PANEL
LCD SCREEN
FEED BUTTON
RT700i
DIRECTION KEY
RT700i
POWER BUTTON
FRONT COVER
COVER RELEASE CATCHES
Pull catches for opening the printer cover
Rear View
RT700i
CALIBRATION BUTTON
FAN-FOLD LABEL INSERT
Feed slot for continuous labels
USB HOST
ETHERNET PORT
SERIAL PORT
USB PORT
POWER JACK
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1 Barcode Printer
Bottom View
COVER OF THE MODULE CONNECTION JACKS
**** Cut-outs are not intended for wall-mount use.
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1 Barcode Printer
The Internal View of Printer
LABEL GUIDE PLATE
Set of 2
LABEL
SUPPLY
MODULE
RELEASE CATCH
Release catch for closing
the printer cover
LABEL SUPPLY HUB
Set of 2
LABEL GUIDE
Set of 2
RELEASE CATCH
Release catch for opening
the label supply hub
LABEL SENSOR
MODULE
PLATEN MODULE
PLATEN
LABEL SENSOR
GUIDE TRACK
PLATEN LOCKERS
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The Printing Mechanism
RIBBON REWIND MECHANISM
PRINT HEAD
COVER
The cover for Ribbon rewind mechanism
NOTCH OF RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
RIBBON
SUPPLY
MECHANISM
PAPER PRESS BAR
NOTCH OF RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
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2.1 Open the Printer
Open the Printer Cover and the Printing Mechanism
Place the printer on a flat surface. Open the printer cover by pulling the cover release catches on both sides of the
printer and lift the printer cover.
Pull the catches toward the direction
RT700i
COVER RELEASE CATCHES
Pull the catches for opening the printer cover
Pull the catches toward the direction
The printing mechanism is lifted up
with the printer cover
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2.2 Loading the Ribbon
A New Ribbon Module Installation
EMPTY RIBBON COREA NEW RIBBON
1. Attach the ribbon to the empty ribbon core with the adhesive strip at the end of the ribbon.
Stick on empty ribbon core
2. Insert the ribbon hub into empty ribbon core and new ribbon. Wind the ribbon around the empty ribbon core
for 2 to 3 circles.
Insert the ribbon hub
RIBBON HUB
3. A ribbon module is assembled as below.
A NEW RIBBON MODULE
Wind the ribbon around the core
RIBBON SUPPLY
RIBBON REWIND
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Load the Ribbon on the Printer
For Ribbon Supply Module
RIBBON SUPPLY MECHANISM
NOTCH OF RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
1. Place the ribbon supply module into the printing mechanism. Please the left-hand side of ribbon hub first.
Make sure the holder of ribbon hub is inserted into the notch. Then place the right-hand side of ribbon hub.
Left side
放入
RIBBON SUPPLY
MODULE
Place
Place
HOLDER
NOTCH OF
RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
Right side
HOLDER
Place
NOTCH
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2. Unlock the release catch to close the printer cover. Push the release catch forward to unlock it.
The ribbon supply module loading is completed.
2
Close the printer cover
Load the Ribbon on the Printer
For Ribbon Rewind Module
1
Push
RELEASE CATCH
Release catch for closing
the printer cover
RIBBON REWIND MECHANISM
COVER
The cover for Ribbon rewind mechanism
NOTCH OF RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
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1. Open the cover of ribbon rewind mechanism.
Open the cover
2. Place the ribbon rewind module into the ribbon rewind mechanism.
Please the left-hand side of ribbon hub first. Make sure the holder of ribbon hub is inserted into the notch.
Then place the right-hand side of ribbon hub.
RIBBON REWIND
MODULE
Place
Left side
Place
Place
HOLDER
NOTCH OF
RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
Right side
HOLDER NOTCH
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3. Turn the ribbon rewind wheel to tighten the ribbon until it has no wrinkles.
Rotate backward
RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
4. Close the cover of ribbon rewind mechanism.
The ribbon loading is completed once the ribbon supply module and ribbon rewind module are assembled
correctly.
Close the cover
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2 Printer Setup
2.3 Loading the Label Roll Module
Loading the Label Stock on the Printer
LABEL STOCK
LABEL GUIDE PLATE
Set of 2
LABEL SUPPLY HUB
Set of 2
LABEL
SUPPLY
MODULE
LABEL GUIDE
Set of 2
Release catch for opening
the label supply hub
1. Unlock the ribbon catch and pull to open the label guide plate.
Pull to open
2
2
LABEL GUIDE PLATE
Set of 2
RELEASE CATCH
Release catch for opening the label supply hub
1
2. Place the label stock on label supply hubs. Make sure the label stock is aligned to both hubs.
Adjust the label guide plates to fix the label width.
Remember to push the release catch when moving the label guide plates.
RELEASE CATCH
Place
Close the plates
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3. Feed the Label through the label guides. The label guides will help to prevent the label swaying.
Through the label guides
LABEL GUIDE
Set of 2
4. Unlock the release catch to close the printer cover.
2
Close the printer cover
1
RELEASE CATCH
Release catch
for closing the printer cover
5. Press the FEED key and make sure the label is fed smoothly. The label loading is completed now.
RT700i
**** Please keeps the rack gear clean to ensure the smoothness of label holder.
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2.4 Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer
1. Please make sure that the printer is switched off.
2. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
POWER CORD
AC ADAPTER
Connect the jack of the power adapter to the printer and connect the plug of the power adapter to the socket
of the wall.
POWER ADAPTER
JACK
RT700i/RT730i BARCODE PRINTER
RT700i
SLOT
THE WALL
PLUG
SOCKET
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3. Connect the USB/serial cable to the printer and host computer.
RT700i/RT730i BARCODE PRINTER
RT700i
USB CABLE
PLUG
PLUG
SOCKET
USB PORT
PC
4. Pressing the power button. The power LED indicator should now lights up.
Pressing the power button
POWER LED INDICATOR
OPERATION PANEL
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2.5 Installing Printer Driver and GoLabel with Super Wizard CD
1. Insert the Super Wizard CD in the CD/DVD drive of the host computer and the program should pop up
automatically. You will see the Welcome screen first. On the Welcome screen, choose “Standard Installation”.
2. The wizard will then ask you to make sure your USB and power cables are connected and that the power is
turned on. Make sure that is done and then click “Next”.
3. The next screen you will see is, “Install the GoLabel Software and Windows driver”. Click “Next” to continue.
****If the Super Wizard program did not run automatically, you can either turn on the “Auto-run” setting for your
CD/DVD driver or double-click the icon of CD/DVD driver to run the program.
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4. As the printer driver and GoLabel are installing, a screen will display a progress bar.
5. Once the installation is complete, you can start to make and print labels with GoLabel or throug the printer driver.
6. As the optional steps, you can also print a test label or register your printer during the “Standard Installation”
procedure.
****If you need more resources, tools or reference documents, you can also find them on Super Wizard CD. Just click
“Other Choices” on Welcome Screen to access the files.
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Installing Printer Driver Directly from CD Folder
1. Insert the product CD in the CD/DVD drive of the host computer and open the "Seagull Drivers" folder on the CD.
Select the icon for the driver file and click it to start the installation.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen. The Driver Wizard guides you through the installation procedure.
Select "Install printer drivers".
3. Specify your printer model.
Godex RT700i
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4. Specify the port used to connect the printer to the host computer.
5. Enter a printer name and assign the appropriate rights.
Godex RT700i
Godex RT700i
6. Once the installation is complete, a summary of the printer settings is displayed.
Check whether the printer settings are correct and click "Finish" to start copying the driver files.
Wait until copying is complete, then finish the installation.
Godex RT700i
Godex RT700
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