Oki LD610 USER GUIDE

LD610

User’s Technical Reference

59103001

Safety Precautions

Please read the following information carefully before installing and using the printer.

Pictographic Symbols

This instruction manual and the printer labels use a variety of pictographic symbols to facilitate safe and correct use of the printer and to prevent injury to other s and property damage. The symbo ls and m eanings for them are given below. Be sure to understand these symbols well before reading the main text.

Ignoring the instructions marked by this symbol and erroneously operating the printer could result in death or serious injury.

Warning

Ignoring the instructions marked by this symbol and erroneously operating the printer could result

Caution

Do not set on an unstable area

• Do not set on an unstable area,

Do not place containers full of water or other liquid on the printer

• Do not place flower vases,

Do not put objects inside the printer

• Do not insert or drop in metal or

Do not use other than the specified voltage

•

in injury or property damage.

such as a wobbly table or slanted area or an area subject to strong vibration. If the printer falls off or topples over, it could injure someone.

cups, or other containers holding liquids, such as water or chemicals, or small metal objects near the printer. If they are spilled and get inside the printer, immediately turn off the power switch, unplug the power cord from the outlet, and conta ct the dealer, or Support Center. Using the printer in this condition could cause a fire or electric shock.

burnable objects inside the printer’s openings (cable outlets, etc.). If foreign objects do get inside the printer, immediately turn off the power switch, unplug the power cord from the outlet, and contact the dealer, or Support Center. Usin g the printer in this condition could cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not use other than the specified

voltage. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock.

Example Pictographs

The pictograph means “Caution is required.” A specific warning symbol is contained inside this pictograph (The symbol at left is for electric shock).

The pictograph means “Should not be done.” What is specifically prohibited is contained in or near the pictograph (The symbol at left means “Disassembly prohibited”).

The pictograph means “Must be done.” What is specifically to be done is contained in the pictograph (The symbol at left means “Unplug the power cord from the outlet”).

Warning

Always ground the connections

• Always connect the printer’s ground wire to a ground. Not grounding the ground wire could result in electric shock.

Handling of the power cord

• Do not damage, break, or modify the power cord. Also, do not place heavy objects on the power cord, heat it, or pull it because doing so could damage the power cord and cause a fire or electric shock.

• If the power cord becomes damaged (core is exposed, wires broken, etc.), contact the dealer, or Su pport Center . Using the power cord in this condition could cause a fire or electric shock.

• Do not modify, excessively bend, twist, or pull the power cord. Using the power cord in such a condition could cause a fire or electric shock.

When the printer has been dropped or broken

• If the printer is dropped or broken, immediately turn off the power switch, unplug the power cord from the outlet, and cont act the dealer, or Support Center. Using the printer in this condition could cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not use the printer when something is abnormal about it

• Continuing to use the printer in the event something is abnormal about it, such as smoke or unusual smells coming from it, could result in fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the power switch, unplug the power cord from the outlet, and contact the dealer, or Support Center for repairs. It is dangerous for the customer to try to repair it, so absolutely do not attempt repairs on your own.

Do not disassemble the printer

• Do not disassemble or modify the printer. Doing so cou ld result in fire or electric shock. Ask the store, dealer, o r Support Cen te r to conduct internal inspections, adjustments, and repairs.

Regarding the cutter

• Do not touch the cutter with your hands or do not put something into the cutter. Doing so could result in an injury.

Using the head cleaning fluid

•

Use of flame or heat around the

head cleaning fluid is prohibited. Absolutely do not heat it or subject it to flames.

• Keep the fluid out of reach of children to prevent them from accidentally drinking it. If the fluid is drunk, immediately consult with a physician.

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Safety Precautions

Do not place in areas with high humidity

• Do not place the printer in areas with high humidity or where condensation forms. If condensation forms, immediately turn off the power switch and do not use the printer until it dries. Using the printer while condensation is on it could result in electric shock.

Carrying the Printer

• When moving the printer, always unplug the power cord from the outlet and check to make sure all external wires are disconnected before moving it. Moving the printer with the wires still connected could damage the cords or connecting wires and result in a fire or electrical shock.

• Do not carry the printer with paper loaded in it. The paper could fall out and cause an injury.

• When setting the printer on the floor or a stand, make sure not to get your fingers or hands pinched under the printer feet.

Power supply

• Do not operate the power switch or plug in/unplug the power cord with wet hands. Doing so could result in electric shock.

Caution

Power cord

• Keep the power cord away from hot devices. Getting the power cord close to hot devices could cause the cord’s covering to melt and cause a fire or electrical shock.

• When unplugging the power cord from the outlet, be sure to hold it by the plug. Pulling it by the cord could expose or break the core wires and cause a fire or electric shock.

• The power cord set that comes with the printer is especially made for this printer . Do not use it with any other electrical devices.

Top cover

• Be careful not to get your fingers pinched when opening or closing the top cover. Also be careful the top cover does not slip off and drop.

Print head

• The print head is hot after printing. Be careful not to get burned when replacing paper or cleaning immediately after printing.

• Touching the edge of the print head with bare hands could result in injury. Be careful not to become injured when replacing paper or cleaning.

Loading paper

• When loading roll paper, be careful not to get your fingers pinched between the paper roll and the supply unit.

When not using the printer for a long time

• When not using the printer for a long time, unplug the power cord from the outlet to maintain safety.

During maintenance and cleaning

• When maintaining and cleaning the printer, unplug the power cord from the outlet to maintain safety

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Precautions for Installation and Handling

Printer operation can be affected by the printer environment. Refer to the following instructions for installation and handling of the LD610 Series printer.

Select a Safe Location

Safety Precautions

Place the printer on a surface that is flat an d level.

If the surface is not flat and level, this may result in poor print quality. This may also cause malfunction and shorten the life span of the printer.

Do not place the printer on a location that produces vibration.

Do not carry the printer when the roll label is set. Giving serious vibration or shock to the printer may cause malfunction and shorten the life span of the printer.

Do not place the printer near crane or pressing machine.

Machinery, such as cranes and pressing machines requires large amount of power. Being near this machinery may cause electrical noise or voltage reduction. Avoid such locations to reduce the risk of malfunction or damage to the printer.

Keep the printer out of high temperature and humidity.

Avoid locations subject to extreme or rapid changes in temperature or humidity. Exposure to these conditions may cause electrical problems within the printer.

Do not place the printer in a location subject to water or oil.

Do not place the printer in a location where it will be splashed with water or oil. Water or oil entering inside the printer may cause a fire, electric shock, or malfunction.

Avoid dust.

Dust build up may result in poor print quality. This may cause not only malfunction but also shorten the life span of the printer.

Keep out of direct sunlight.

Power Supply

This printer requires an AC power supply.

Be sure to connect the printer to an AC power supply via the supplied AC adapter. Failure to do so may result in malfunction.

Connect the power cord to a grounded power outlet.

Ground

Make sure that the printer is plugged into a grounded power outlet.

This printer has a built-in optical sensor. Exposure to direct sunlight will make the sensor less responsive and may cause the label to be sensed incorrectly. Close the top cover when printing.

Provide a stable source of electricity to the printer.

Do not share the power outlets with other appliances such as a heater and refrigerator requiring a measurable amount of power. Also, avoid using the power outlet near where such appliances are plugged into. This may cause voltage reduction and malfunction.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

1.1 Features of the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

1.2 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

1.3 Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2.1 Site Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

2.2 Media Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

2.3 Loading Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

2.4 Loading the Carbon Ribbon (For LD610 T only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7

2.5 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10

Operation and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.1 Operator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

3.2 Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

3.3 User Test Print Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

3.4 Factory Test Print Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

3.5 Operation Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

3.6 Program Download Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13

3.7 Font Download Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

3.8 Default Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16

3.9 HEX Dump Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17

3.10 Error Occurrence While Downloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17

3.11 Printer Configurations Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-18

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

4.1 Error signal troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

4.2 Troubleshooting table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

4.3 Interface troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6

4.4 Test print troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

5.1 Cleaning The Print Head, Platen and Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

5.2 How To Clean The Printer (Cleaning Kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2

5.3 How To Clean The Printer (Cleaning Sheet) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3

5.4 Easy Replacement of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

5.5 Adjusting Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

6.1 Printer Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1

6.2 Optional Accessories Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

7.1 Interface types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1

7.2 RS232C Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2

7.3 IEEE 1284 Parallel Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-6

7.4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-9

7.5 Local Area Network (LAN) Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-11

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Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

8.1 Optional Accessories - Cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2

8.2 Optional Accessories - Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-3

8.3 Positions of sensors and options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5

8.4 Operation Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-6

8.5 Base Reference Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7

8.6 Offset position Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

8.7 Paper End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10

8.8 Ribbon End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11

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Section 1: Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your investment in this OKI printer product. This Operators Manual contains the basic information about the installation, setup, configuration, operation

and maintenance of the printer. A total of eight topics are covered herein, and they are organized as follows:

Section 1: Introduction Section 2: Installation Section 3: Operation and Configuration Section 4: Troubleshooting Section 5: Cleaning and Maintenance Section 6: General Specifications Section 7: Interface Specifications Section 8: Appendix

It is recommended that you read carefully and become familiar with each section before installing and maintaining the printer. Refer to the Table Of Contents at the front of this manual to search for the relevant information needed. All page numbers in this manual consist of a section number followed by the page number within the stated section.

This section assists you in unpacking the printer from the shipping container. You will also be guided through a familiarization tour of the main parts and controls. The following information is provided herein:

• Features of the printer

• Unpacking

• Parts Identification

1.1 FEATURES OF THE PRINTER

The LD610 Series is 4 inch Compact Desktop printer (Thermal Transfer or Direct Thermal). With a 32-bit RISC CPU, 4 ips print speed, and 4MB Flash Memory, the LD610 Series is an economical printer with numerous features making it suitable for a wide range of applications. The key features of the LD610 Series are:

• High Print Resolution with crisp printing quality (203dpi)

• Multiple Interface

• Cutter and Dispenser Printer Options

• Linerless Label Support

• Easy Media Loading

• Standalone Capability using Keypad

• Tool-less changing of print head and platen roller for easier maintenance

• Codepage Support and Emulations

• Anti-Microbial casing is ideally suited for clinical environments or food processing industry

• Safety Top Cover Latch

• Distinctive Chassis color

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1.2 UNPACKING

When unpacking the printer, take note of the following:

1. The box should stay right-side up. Lift the printer out of the box carefully.

2. Remove all the packaging from the printer.

3. Remove the accessory items from their protective containers.

4. Set the printer on a solid, flat surface. Inspect the shipping conta iner and printer for any sign of damage

that may have occurred during shipping. Please note that OKI shall hold no liability of any damage of any kind sustained during shipping of the product.

Notes

• If the printer has been stored in the cold, allow it to reach room temperature before turning it on.

• Please do not discard the original packaging box and cushioning material after installing the printer. They may be needed in future, if the printer needs to be shipped for repairs.

1.2.1 Included Accessories

After unpacking the printer, verify that you have the following materials:

User Documents (DVD)

The shape of the power plug may vary, depending on the location where it was purchased.

Power plug*

AC adapter

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1.3 PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Front view

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Operator panel

It consists of two contact buttons and two LED indicators (green and red).

Top cover

Open this cover to load the media and ribbon.

Cover open/close latch

Pull these latches on both sides of the printer forward to open the Top cover of the printer.

Media ejection slot

Opening for media output.

POWER button

Press this button to turn the power on or off.

ERROR LED indicator

The LED lights or blinks red when an error is detected in the printer.

During printer configuration setting, the ERROR indicator responses in conjunction with the ON LINE (POWER) indicator to show the modes of the printer.

ON LINE (POWER) LED indicator

The LED lights green when the printer is onlin e and blinks green when the printer is offline.

During printer configuration setting, the ON LINE (POWER) indicator responses in conjunction with the ERROR indicator to show the modes of the printer.

FEED/LINE button

Press this button to select the printer status (online/ offline) or to feed the media.

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1.3 PARTS IDENTIFICATION (cont’d)

Back view

USB and RS232C interface on-board

USB and LAN interface on-board

Media inlet

An opening for Fan-folded media or media from unwinder to feed in to the printer.

DC input power terminal

Supplies power to the printer by inserting the power cable via the AC adapter.

USB interface terminal

To connect printer to the host computer using the USB interface.

USB and IEEE interface on-board

LAN interface terminal

To connect printer to the host computer using LAN interface.

IEEE interface terminal

To connect printer to the host computer using IEEE interface.

RS-232C interface terminal

To connect printer to the host computer using RS-232C interface.

Or, to connect the optional Keypad, Scanner or Smart keyboard to the printer.

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1.2 PARTS IDENTIFICATION (cont’d)

Internal view when Top cover is opened

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LD610 T LD610 D

Print head

This component is used to print on the media. Perform maintenance at regular intervals.

Ribbon unit

Used to load the ribbon and wind up the used ribbon.

Pull out lever

This is used to pull out the ribbon unit from the top cover for ribbon loading.

Roll media holder

To hold the roll media.

CG408DT/ CG412DTCG408TT/ CG412TT

Media guide slide lever

Set to meet the size of the media used.

Media guide and I-Mark/ Gap sensor

A guide for the media to feed properly. Detects the I-Mark on the media or gap of the

label.

Platen roller

This roller feeds the media. Perform maintenance at regular intervals.

Optional device compartment

Used to install optional cutter or dispenser unit.

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Section 2: Installation

INSTALLATION

This section assists you in installing consumable media in the printer, as well as adjustment instructions and installing other optional attachment units.

The following information is provided:

• 2.1 Site Location

• 2.2 Media Selection

• 2.3 Loading Labels

• 2.4 Loading the Carbon Ribbon (For LD610 T only)

• 2.5 Connections

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2.1 SITE LOCATION

Consider the following when setting up the printer:

• Place the printer on a solid flat surface with adequate space. Make sure there is enough space above the printer to provide clearance for the top cover to swing open.

• Place it away from hazardous materials or dusty environments.

• Place it within operational distance of the host comp uter, within interface cable specifications.

2.2 MEDIA SELECTION

The size and type of the labels or paper to be printed sho uld have been taken into consideratio n before printer purchase. Ideally, the media width will be equal to, or just narrower than, the print head. Using media that does not cover the print head will allow the platen roller to tread on it and wear it out. The media edge will also wear a groove in the platen roller, which can affect print quality.

Note:

For optimal print performance and durability, please use OKI-certified label and ribbon supplies on this printer. Using supplies not tested and approved for use by OKI can result in unne cessary wear and

damage to vital parts of the printer, and may void the warranty.

This printer can print on roll media or fan-folded media. The methods used for loading roll media and fanfolded media differ. The printer uses sensors to detect I-Marks or gap on the media in order to precisely position the print content.

Face-in Roll media Face-out Roll media

Front side

Paper feed direction

Label gap/ I-Mark

Reverse side

Front side

Paper feed direction

l-Mark paper

Reverse side

3 mm

Gap (spacing)

1.5 mm

I-Mark

Fan-fold media

Label gap/ I-Mark

Front side

Paper feed direction

Gap (spacing)

Reverse side

3 mm

1.5 mm

Fold perforation

I-Mark

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2.3 LOADING LABELS

2.3.1 Loading Roll media

With the power supply off, pull the cover open/close

latches on both sides of the printer toward you to unlock the top cover, and then open the top cover .

Note:

Make sure that the cover rests firmly so that it will not fall forward and injure your hands.

2. While holding the media guide slide lever, adjus t the

width of the media holder to match the media size.

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3. Load the media onto the media holder.

4. After pulling out the media, pass the media through the

media guides and place the leading edge of the media on top of the platen roller.

Note:

Make sure the printed side of the media is facing upwards.

Media guide slide lever

Media guides

Printed side should face upwards

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2.3 LOADING LABELS (cont’d)

Close the top cover until it clicks into position.

5. Notes:

• Be careful not to get your fingers pinched while

closing the top cover.

• If the optional cutter or dispenser has been

purchased, see Section 8.1 Optional Accessories -

Cutter and Section 8.2 Optional Accessories - Dispenser on how to route the media.

6. After loading the media, turn on the power.

The printer is online and the ON LINE (POWER) indicator lights green. When the printer is ready, press the FEED/LINE button to output the leading part of the media.

ON LINE (POWER)

Caution

• When replacing media, bear in mind that the print head and its surrounding area remain hot.

Keep your fingers away from these areas to prevent injury.

• Avoid touching even the edge of the print head with your bare hands.

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2.3 LOADING LABELS (cont’d)

2.3.2 Loading Fan-folded media

With the power supply off, pull the cover open/close latches on both sides of the printer toward you to unlock the top cover, and then open the top cover.

Note:

Make sure that the cover rests firmly so that it will not fall forward and injure your hands.

2. Pass the fan-folded media through the opened window

at the rear of the unit.

Note:

Make sure the printed side of the media is facing upwards.

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3. While holding the media guide slide lever, adjust the

width of the media holder to match the media size. After pulling out the media, pass the media through the

media guides and place the leading edge of the media on top of the platen roller.

4. Close the top cover until it clicks into position. Notes:

• Be careful not to get your fingers pinched while

closing the top cover.

• If the optional cutter or dispenser has been

purchased, see Section 8.1 Optional Accessories -

Cutter and Section 8.2 Optional Accessories - Dispenser on how to route the media.

Media guides

Media holder slide lever

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2.3 LOADING LABELS (cont’d)

After loading the media, turn on the power.

The printer is online and the ON LINE (POWER) LED lights green. When the printer is ready, press the FEED/LINE button to output the leading part of the media.

ON LINE (POWER)

Caution

• When replacing media, bear in mind that the print head and its surrounding area remain hot. Keep your fingers away from these areas to prevent injury.

• Avoid touching even the edge of the print head with your bare hands.

2.3.3 Overview of the Roll media and Fan-folded media loading path

Roll media (Face-out)

Roll media (Face-in)

Fan-fold media

(Printed side face up)

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2.4 LOADING THE CARBON RIBBON (FOR LD610 T ONLY)

The LD610 T printer enables two types of printing, Thermal transfer and Direct thermal. Thermal transfer paper media requires the use of carbon ribbon for print application. In such a scenario, it is the carbon ribbon that contains the ink that will be transferred to the media. Direct thermal paper media has a coating on the surface that is made visible through the application of heat from the print head. In this case, there is no need of loading the carbon ribbon.

1. With the power supply off, pull the cover open/close

latches on both sides of the printer toward you to unlock

the top cover, and then open the top cover.

Note:

Make sure that the cover rests firmly so that it will not fall forward and injure your hands.

2. Pull the lever on the middle of the ribbon unit

downward to pull out the ribbon unit. Then simply let down the ribbon unit. There is a stopper midway through its movement range that will prevent the ribbon unit from snapping down.

Lever

Ribbon unit

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2.4 LOADING THE CARBON RIBBON (FOR LD610 T ONLY) (cont’d)

Open the carbon ribbon package, and then load the

ribbon in the ribbon supply unit. With the ribbon winding in clockwise direction, push in the ribbon roll to the right side of the ribbon supply unit

. Then fix the other side of the ribbon roll to the left of

the ribbon supply unit . T urn the ribbon roll until the core snaps on the protrusion of the left ribbon supply

unit.

Note:

Use only genuine OKI carbon ribbons for maximum print quality and printer durability.

protrusion

groove

4. Mount the empty ribbon core on the ribbon wind-up

unit the same manner as in step 3 above.

When loading the carbon ribbon for the first time, use the empty ribbon core supplied with the printer. However, the subsequent ribbon core can be obtained from the last used up ribbon roll.

groove

protrusion

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2.4 LOADING THE CARBON RIBBON (FOR LD610 T ONLY) (cont’d)

From the ribbon supply unit, pass the carbon ribbon

underneath the print head assembly to the ribbon wind-up unit.

Affix the carbon ribbon to the ribbon core us ing adhesive tape, and wind it up several times in the d ire ction shown by the turn arrow. Confirm that the ribbon has been loaded as shown in the figure below or as illustrated on the inner side of the top cover.

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tape

Note:

The dull side (ink side) of the ribbon should be facing outward as it travels through the print head assembly.

6. Close the top cover until it clicks into position. Note:

• Be careful not to get your fingers pinched while

closing the top cover.

7. After loading the media and the carbon ribbon, do a test

print to check that the media roll and ribbon have been loaded properly. See Section 3.3 User Test Print Mode for instructions on how to run test print.

Caution

• When replacing carbon ribbon, bear in mind that the print head and it s surround ing area remain hot.

Keep your fingers away from these areas to prevent injury.

• Avoid touching even the edge of the print head with your bare hands.

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2.5 CONNECTIONS

This section explains the power cable and interface cable connection procedures.

2.5.1 Standard interface connection

LD610 Series printers have three types of Main PCBs, and each type of PCB is equipped with different types of interface to perform data communication with the host. These are described as follows.

1) RS232C and USB interface on-board

2) LAN and USB interface on-board

3) USB and IEEE 1284 interface on-board

Connect only one type of interface cable from the printer to the host computer. Use the cable that is compatible with the standard of the interface board as stated in Section 7: Interface Specifications. Make sure the cable is correctly oriented.

RS232C and USB interface on-board

RS232C

LAN

LAN and USB interface on-board USB and IEEE 1284 interface on-board

USB

Host

IEEE 1284

Caution

Never connect or disconnect interface cables (or use a switch bo x) with power ap plied to either the host or printer. This may caused damage to the interface circuitry in the printer/ host and is not covered by warranty.

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2.5 CONNECTIONS (cont’d)

2.5.2 To activate the connected interface

After connection, you need to configure the printer to operate on the connected interface.

1. Please perform the procedures to set the appropriate interface mode as describe in Section 3.5

Operation Setting Mode.

2. In step 3 of this procedure, briefly press the FEED/LINE button repeatedly to select the interface mode

according to your connection.

Connected Interface USB RS-232C LAN IEEE 1284

ON LINE (POWER)

indications

ERROR

indications

Blinks in green

Blinks in red

flashes green in a long interval

Off

2.5.3 Connecting the optional keypad/Scanner/Smart keyboard

The optional keypad, scanner or smart keyboard can be conn ected to th e LD610 Ser ies printer with RS-2 32C interface terminal, thus providing a stand-alone function. This function offers advanced features of Format Registration or Call Function without connecting to a host computer . You can use either Label Gallery or SBPL commands for the format registration. As for the data required for call function, capture it as a barcode with a scanner connected with LD610 Series printer.

1. Make sure that power cable is not connected to the

printer.

2. Connect the cable from the optional device to the

RS232C terminal at the back of the printer.

Note:

Make sure the connector is correctly oriented. Secure the printer with one hand, and insert the connector firmly.

3. Set the printer for use with the connected device. Refer

to Section 3.5 Operation Setting Mode and perform the procedures to set the printer to Keypad mode or Scanner/ Smart keyboard mode accordingly. In step 3 of this procedure, briefly press of the FEED/ LINE button repeatedly until the respective lighting sequence of the ON LINE (POWER) and ERROR indicator is displayed.

Notes:

•If Keypad or Scanner/Smart keyboard mode is selected, even if the device is not connected, other interfaces cannot be activated.

• Only compatible scanner, compatible smart keyboard and OKI keypad can be connected to LD610 Series printer. Refer to OKI sales representative for more details.

An example of optional keypad connection to the printer.

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2.5 CONNECTIONS (cont’d)

2.5.4 Connecting the Power Cable

Warning

• Be sure to connect the ground wire. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock.

• Do not operate the power switch or insert/remove the power cable while your hands are wet. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

Caution

The power cable and the AC adapter provided with this printer are for use with this printer only. They cannot be used with other electrical devices.

Connect the AC power cable to the AC adapter.

AC adapter

2. Connect the DC power plug from the AC adapter to the

DC input power terminal on the back of the printer.

Make sure the flat side of the DC power plug is facing right. Secure the printer with one hand, and insert the cable firmly.

3. Insert the AC power plug into a AC power outlet.

Make sure that the AC voltage of your region is within the range of AC 100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz. A 3-pin plug is attached to the power cord provided with your printer. One of these pins is the ground wire. You must use a 3-pin power outlet. The plug will not work with a 2-pin power outlet.

AC power plug

Flat side faces right.

DC input power terminal

* The shape of the power plug may vary depending on the location where the printer was purchased.

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2.5 CONNECTIONS (cont’d)

2.5.5 Turning On the Power

Warning

Do not operate the power switch or insert/remov e the power cable while your hands are wet. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

Press the POWER on the operation panel of the unit. The ERROR indicator displays red, then after a single beep sound, the ON LINE (POWER) indicator displays green.

2.5.6 Turning Off the Power

When you have completed the printing job, turn the printer off. Be sure to confirm that the printer is in the offline status . Press and hold the POWER button until the ERROR indicator displays red and then turns off. If there is any printed paper remaining in the printer, cut it off.

ERROR

ON LINE

(POWER)

ERROR

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Beep sound

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OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION

Before using the printer, it is best to read this manual thoroughly. Otherwise, you may disturb default settings on which the instructional procedures in this manual are based.

Most of the printer’s settings are controlled via standard SBPL commands or by using the provided OKI Utilities Tool application.

Some printer settings may be manually configured via the POWER and FEED/LINE buttons with the ON LINE (POWER) indicator and ERROR indicator on the front of printer. All of the printer’s buttons are used either singularly, or together, to perform configuration activities. The instructions to these operations are described in this section.

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3.1 OPERATOR PANEL

The operator panel located on the top front, consists of two buttons and two LED indicators (red and green).

• POWER button Press POWER button to turn on or off the printer. Press POWER button together with FEED/LINE button to enter various operating modes.

• FEED/LINE button

•Press FEED/LINE button during normal print

operation to pause the printing and set the printer to offline mode. Press again to toggle the printer between the online and offline mode.

• When printer idles in online mode, press the FEED/

LINE button to feed a blank label.

• During label feed, press the FEED/LINE button to

pause label feed and go offline.

• The printer will go offline after opening and closing

the top cover. Press the FEED/LINE button to make the printer go online.

POWER

ON LINE (POWER)

ERROR

FEED/ LINE

• ON LINE (POWER) and ERROR indicators When the printer is in normal mode, this two indicators notifies the user of various status conditions:

LED Indicator Color Functions

ON LINE (POWER) Green Illuminates when printer is ready to receive data or is in printing

mode (Online). Blinks when the printer is in offline mode.

ERROR Red Illuminates or blinks when there is a system fault, for example,

paper end.

During different operation modes, the ON LINE (POWER) and ERROR indicators turn on and flash differently. In this section, the combination of the following symbols has been used to describe the indicator lighting sequence. Refer to the example listed below for lighting sequences.

Indicator symbol Status

Off

Red light

Green light

The repeating patterns are as shown in the below examples. The sequences are indicated as from left to right. One LED Indication flash is approximately 200ms, and two indication flashes in a row are for about 400ms.

Example 1 Indicator: Red light. Example 2 Indicator: Green light. Example 3 Indicator: Blinking red light. Example 4 Indicator: Blinking green light. Example 5 Indicator: off

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