RT700i SERIES BARCODE PRINTER
RT700iW SERIES BARCODE PRINTER
USER MANUAL
User Manual: RT700i series
Version |
: Rev. 1.9 |
Issue Date |
: 2015.03.13 |
P/N |
: 920-014811-01 |
RT700i SERIES USER MANUAL
CONTENTS
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Barcode Printer |
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1.1 |
Box Content |
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1.2 |
Getting to Know Your Printer |
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Printer Setup |
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2.1 |
Open the Printer |
006 |
2.2 |
Loading the Ribbon |
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2.3 |
Loading the Label Roll Module |
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2.4 |
Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer |
014 |
2.5 |
Installing Printer Driver and QLabel with Super |
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Wizard CD |
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Printer Setting and Control |
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3.1 |
Operation Panel |
021 |
3.2 |
LCD Interface Introduction |
022 |
3.3 |
LAN Setting |
026 |
3.4 |
LCD Password |
028 |
3.5 |
LCD Interface Function |
030 |
3.6 |
Label Calibration and Self Test |
034 |
3.7 |
Error Alerts |
036 |
3.8 |
USB Host |
038 |
3.9 |
Dump Mode Begin |
039 |
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NetSetting for Ethernet |
041 |
4.1 |
Installing the NetSetting Software |
041 |
4.2 |
The Interface of NetSetting |
042 |
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Accessories |
049 |
5.1 |
Preparation Steps |
049 |
5.2 |
Installing the Label Dispenser |
051 |
5.3 |
Installing the Cutter |
057 |
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Maintenance and Adjustment |
061 |
6.1 |
Cleaning the Print Head |
061 |
6.2 |
Troubleshooting |
062 |
Appendix
Product Specifications
Interface
File Manipulation When Using USB Stick
Bluetooth Module
WiFi Printer Server Module Installation - For RT700iW/ RT730iW
Contents
RT700i SERIES 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.
Class A
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Declaration
RT700i SERIES 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
1.1Box Content
Please check that all of the following items are included with your printer.
RT700i Series Barcode Printer
RT700i
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Label Stock |
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Ribbon Module |
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Empty Ribbon Core |
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Ribbon
Ribbon Hubs
Set of 2.
USB Cable
Power Adapter
Power Cord
AC Adapter
RT700i Series Quick Guide
xSeries RT700/RT700i/RT700
CD
Including GoLabel software and RT700i/RT730i user manual.
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1 Barcode Printer
1.2Getting to Know Your Printer
Device Overview
Front View
PRINTER COVER
OPERATION PANEL
RT700i
RT700i
POWER BUTTON
LCD SCREEN FEED BUTTON
DIRECTION KEY
FRONT COVER
COVER RELEASE CATCHES
Pull catches for opening the printer cover
Rear View
FAN-FOLD LABEL INSERT
Feed slot for continuous labels
USB HOST
ETHERNET PORT
CALIBRATION BUTTON 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 SUPPLY HUB
Set of 2
LABEL
SUPPLY
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LABEL GUIDE |
Set of 2
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RELEASE CATCH |
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Release catch for opening |
RELEASE CATCH |
the label supply hub |
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Release catch for closing |
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the printer cover |
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LABEL SENSOR |
MODULE |
LABEL SENSOR |
GUIDE TRACK |
PLATEN MODULE |
PLATEN |
PLATEN LOCKERS
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1 Barcode Printer
The Printing Mechanism
RIBBON REWIND MECHANISM
RIBBON WINDOW COVER
NOTCH OF RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
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PAPER PRESS BAR
NOTCH OF RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
5
2 Printer Setup
2.1Open the Printer
Open the Printer Cover
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.
RT700i
Pull the catches toward the direction
Pull the catches toward the direction
COVER RELEASE CATCHES
Pull the catches for opening the printer cover
Open the printer cover
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2 Printer Setup
2.2Loading the Ribbon
A New Ribbon Module Installation
A NEW RIBBON |
EMPTY RIBBON CORE |
RIBBON HUB |
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 |
new ribbon. Wind the ribbon around the empty ribbon core |
for 2 to 3 circles. |
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Insert the ribbon hub |
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Wind the ribbon around the core
3. A ribbon module is assembled as below.
A NEW RIBBON MODULE
RIBBON SUPPLY MODULE
RIBBON REWIND MODULE
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2 Printer Setup
Load the Ribbon on the Printer
For Ribbon Supply Module
RIBBON SUPPLY MECHANISM
RIBBON SUPPLY SPINDLE FIXED SLOT
RIBBON SUPPLY WHEEL
1.Place the ribbon module into the printing mechanism. Please the left-hand side of ribbon supply spindle fixed slot first. Make sure the holder of square fixed shaft is inserted into the notch. Then place the right-hand side of ribbon positioning round shaft. Can be fixed ribbon supply module.
RIBBON SUPPLY |
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MODULE |
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RIBBON SUPPLY SPINDLE |
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FIXED SLOT |
Right side |
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POSITIONINGROUND SHAFT |
Place |
POSITIONING HOLES |
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2 Printer Setup
2.The ribbon supply module loading is completed. Pull the ribbon. Push the release catch forward to unlock it. Close the printer cover.
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Close the printer cover |
Push |
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RELEASE CATCH
Release catch for closing the printer cover
For Ribbon Rewind Module
RIBBON REWIND MECHANISM
RIBBON WINDOW COVER
The cover for Ribbon rewind mechanism
RIBBON REWIND SPINDLE FIXED SLOT
RIBBON REWIND WHEEL
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2 Printer Setup
1.Open the cover of ribbon window.
Open the cover of ribbon window
2.Please the left-hand side of ribbon rewind spindle fixed slot first.
Make sure the holder of square fixed shaft is inserted into the notch. Then place the right-hand side of ribbon positioning round shaft. Can be fixed ribbon rewind module.
Place
Left side
Place
Place
SQUARE FIXED SHAFT
RIBBON REWIND
SPINDLE FIXED SLOT
RIBBON REWIND
MODULE
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POSITIONING ROUND SHAFT |
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POSITIONING HOLES |
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2 Printer Setup
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 window.
The ribbon loading is completed once the ribbon supply module and ribbon rewind module are assembled correctly.
Close the cover of ribbon window
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2 Printer Setup
2.3Loading the Label Roll Module
Loading the Label Stock on the Printer
LABEL
SUPPLY
MODULE
LABEL STOCK
1.Press the ribbon catch and pull to open the label supply hub.
LABEL SUPPLY HUB
Set of 2
LABEL GUIDE |
Set of 2
RELEASE CATCH
Release catch for opening the label supply hub
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RELEASE CATCH
Release catch for opening the label supply hub
2.The label roll into the label supply module and align the label supply hub.
Moving the label supply hub. The label roll is indeed installed in the label supply hub.
Place |
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2 Printer Setup
3.Feed the Label through the label guides. The label guides will help to prevent the label swaying. (Press release catch removable label guide.)
Through the label guides |
LABEL GUIDE
Set of 2
4.Unlock the release catch to close the printer cover.
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Close the printer cover |
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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.
**** Please keeps the rack gear clean to ensure the smoothness of paper roll supply module.
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2 Printer Setup
2.4Connecting 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.
RT700i SERIES BARCODE PRINTER
POWER ADAPTER
JACK |
SLOT |
THE WALL
PLUG SOCKET
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2 Printer Setup
3.Connect the USB/serial cable to the printer and host computer.
RT700i SERIES BARCODE PRINTER
USB PORT
USB CABLE
PLUG
PLUG
PC
SOCKET
4.Pressing the power button. The power LED indicator should now lights up.
Pressing the power button
RT700i
POWER LED INDICATOR
OPERATION PANEL |
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2 Printer Setup
2.5Installing 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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2 Printer Setup
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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2 Printer Setup
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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2 Printer Setup
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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2 Printer Setup
7.Once the driver installation is complete, the new printer should appear in the "Printers and Faxes" folder.
Godex RT700i
Godex RT700i
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