Oki LP440 User Manual

LP440, LP441

User’s Guide

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Contents

Safety, Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Notes on Bluetooth/Wireless Communication . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Unpacking the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Part Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Description of Printer Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

The Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Charging the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Installing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Removing the Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Powering the Printer using the Optional AC Adapter . . . . . . .29

Loading the Label Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Loading the Label Roll: Continuous Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Loading the Label Roll: Dispense Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Operation and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Turning the printer ON. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Turning the printer OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Performing a Test Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Printing using the RS-232C Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Printing using the IrDA Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Printing using the Bluetooth Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

The LCD screen (Wireless LAN Model Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

General Printing Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Adjusting Printing for Non-Separate Labels. . . . . . . . . . . .47

The Label Dispensing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Status LEDs for Printing Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Status LEDs for the Test Print Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Status LEDs for the Head Check Setting Mode. . . . . . . . . .51

Status LEDs for the Online Command Compatibility Mode. .51

Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Cleaning the Platen and Peel Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for the results of errors beyond its control. The manufacturer also cannot guarantee that changes in software and equipment made by other manufacturers and referred to in this guide will not affect the applicability of the information in it. Mention of software products manufactured by other companies does not necessarily constitute endorsement by the manufacturer .

While all reasonable efforts have been made to make this document as accurate and helpful as possible, we make no warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.

The most up-to-date drivers and manuals are available from the web site: http://www.okiprintingsolutions.com

Trademark Information

Oki is a registered trademark of Oki Electric Industry Company Ltd. Other product names and brand names are registered trademarks or

trademarks of their proprietors.

Safety, Warnings and Cautions

Safety Precautions

As a preventive measure to ensure safe usage of this machine so as to safeguard against damage to yourself, other people or property, there are display diagrams used in this instruction manual and on this machine.

The displays and their meanings are illustrated in the following pages. Please take time to read and understand the content

Warning

If this display and its warning is ignored, any mishandling could result in death or serious injuries.

Attention

If this display and its warning is ignored, any mishandling could result in serious injuries as well as property damage.

Basic Hazard Icons

The triangle sign means ‘Be careful’. The content within the triangle illustrates specific hazards. In this case,

the sign on the below means ‘beware of electric shock’.

The circular sign means ‘prohibited’. The content within the circle illustrates a specific prohibition. In this

case the sign below means ‘disassembly prohibited’.

The black circular sign means ‘must do’. The content within the sign illustrates specific items that must be

carried out. In this case the sign on the left means ‘the plug must be unplugged from the socket’. Warnings

Hazard Warnings

Liquids

• Do not place any liquids or small metallic objects near the

printer. Should any of these fall into the printer,

immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest

dealer or service center. Continued use increases the risk of

fire or electric shocks.

Foreign Matter

• Do not insert or drop metallic or flammable objects into the

openings of the printer (such as outlets for cables). If this

happens, immediately turn off the power and contact your

nearest dealer or service center. Continued use increases

the risk of fire or electric shocks.

• Should the printer be dropped or become damaged,

immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest

dealer or service center. Continued use increases the risk of

fire or electric shocks.

Abnormal Conditions

• Continued use of the printer while it is emitting smoke or

strange odors increases the risk of fire or electric shocks.

Immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest

dealer or service center. Do not try to service the printer by

yourself.

Disassembly

• Never try to take the unit apart or modify it in any way.

Doing so increases the risk of fire or electric shocks.

Contact your nearest dealer or service center for repairs.

Battery Care

• Never try to take apart the battery pack or modify it in any

way.

• Never expose the battery to direct heat or fire, or take any

actions that may lead to physical damage.

• When charging the battery pack, be sure to use the printer

or the specified battery charger.

Power Supply Precautions

• Use only the specified voltage and use only the specified

battery charger.

• Never use the battery charger with any other battery pack

except for the specified type. Doing so can rupture the

battery, or cause leakage, fire or electric shocks.

• Never cut, damage or modify the power cord. Also, never

place heavy objects on the power cord or heat or pull the

power cord. Doing so may damage the cord.

• Should the power cord ever become seriously damaged

(internal wiring exposed or shorted), contact your nearest

dealer or service center for repair.

• Never modify, excessively bend, twist, or pull the power

cord.

Continued use of the printer in any of the above situations can lead to increased risks of fire or electric shocks.

Cautions

Location

Do not locate the printer in the area subjected to high humidity or dew. If dew forms inside the printer, immediately turn off the printer and do not use it until all moisture has dried up. Continued use creates the danger of electric

shock and can damage the printer.

Power

Do not use wet hands to operate the power switch, replace the battery pack or unplug the AC adapter or battery charger. Doing so increases the risk of electric shock.

Hazardous Parts

• The entire thermal head gets very hot after printing. Avoid

touching any part of it when replacing paper or cleaning the

printer.

• Do not try to replace the thermal head by yourself.

• The cutter contains a blade, so be careful not to get cut by

the sharp blade.

Replacing the Battery Pack

• Use only specified replacement battery packs.

• Make sure to install the pack in the correct direction to

avoid the danger of injury or damage to surrounding areas.

• To replace small-size rechargeable (Lithium ion) batteries,

seal the old battery pack with tape and ask our sales representative or service center about disposal methods. Do not place the battery pack together with other batteries such as dry batteries.

Storing the Printer

If you have no plan to use the printer for a long time, remove the battery pack from the printer and unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet if you were using the AC adapter as the power source.

Maintenance and Cleaning

For safe maintenance or cleaning of the printer, make sure to remove the battery pack and the AC adapter from the printer if you were using the AC adapter as the power source.

Other Precautions

Avoid placement in extreme temperatures.

• Do not place the printer in highly humid areas or at outside

the -15°C to 50°C temperature range.

When the printer is being transported...

• The normal vibration encountered during transportation is

acceptable, but avoid dropping the printer or exposing it to extreme vibrations.

Do not disassemble or modify the printer

• The printer has high-precision components inside requiring

e adjustments.

Use only the specified cables.

• Special cables are required to connect to external

equipment through the external input terminals. Contact your nearest dealer or service center if necessary.

Use only specified options.

• Do not use a device not specified as option.

Use the specified paper.

• Use the specified paper to avoid printing errors and to avoid

damaging the print head.

Overview

This manual is intended to familiarize you with the basic features and operation of your printer in a short time.

Key Features:

• High speed CPU and printing speed

• Long battery life

• Supports Infrared, RS-32C and Bluetooth I/O

• Durable and rugged design

• Supports media up to 2.6 inches (67mm) in width

• Supports MB200 emulation or SBPL command compatibility Please read this manual carefully to make full use of this

product.

Notes on Bluetooth/Wireless

Communication

Compliance Statement

This product has been certified for compliance with the relevant radio interference regulations of your country or region. To ensure continued compliance, do not:

• Disassemble or modify this product

• Remove the certificate label (serial number seal) affixed to

this product Note: Use of this product near microwave and/or other wireless

LAN equipment, or where static electricity or radio interference is present, may shorten the communication distance, or even disable communication.

“Bluetooth” is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc., USA., and is used herein under licence.

Caution! Before using the wireless LAN interface, make all the

security settings of the wireless LAN equipment are configured in accordance with the instructions supplied with the equipment.

Setup

Unpacking the printer

If anything here is missing, contact your nearest Oki dealer or service center.

1 Safety, Warranty and Regulatory Information 2 Quick Guide 3 Printer

Note: Battery Pack

Note: An external battery charger is available separately.

Part Names

Top View

1 Easy Cutter 2 Label Dispenser 3 Main Cover 4 Cover Release Lever 5 Dispenser Unit

Bottom View

1 Belt Clip

Interior View

1 Label Width Markings 2 Platen 3 Label Guides

Control Panel

1 LCD Display (WLAN Models only) 2 POWER button 3 PRINT button 4 FEED button 5 Battery Indicator (Charge Indictor on WLAN models) 6 Status LED 7 IrDA filter

Side Panel

1 RS-232c Port 2 DC Input 3 DIP Switches

4. Battery Cover

5. Label Guide Adjust Dial

DIP Switches

Description of Printer Parts

Part Function Part Function

OFFON

RS-232C Interface

RS-232C cover

Cover Opens up to allow the

Cover Open/ Close lever

Easy cutter

Allows connection to a computer or hand-held terminal

Protects the RS-232C connector from dust and damage

installation of labels

Enables the user to releases the cover, or to lock the cover shut

Cuts printed labels Label

Label guide

Label guide adjust dial

Cover for Label guide adjust dial

Label output area

width markings

Set to meet the size of the label used

Allows adjustment of the label guide to fit the width of an installed label roll

Protects the label guide adjustment dial from dust or damage

This is the area where the printed label is output

Indicates the width of label installed or in use.

Part Function Part Function

IrDA filter Contains the IrDA

(infrared) sensor and emitter

DIP switch

Dispenser unit

POWER key

Battery cover

Battery indicator (LED)

Sets the operation mode of the printer. (See page 4-1.)

Moved to select Dispense mode

Allows the user to turns ON/OFF the printer

Cover for special battery pack

Indicates the amount of battery power remaining.

DC input jack

Cover for DC input jack

FEED key Press to feed label

PRINT key

Status LED

Belt clip Suspends the printer on a

Connects to AC adapter which supplies direct current to the printer

Protects the DC input terminal and DIP switch fro dust and damage

Takes the printer Online or Offline

Indicates the status of the printer. (S

Do not hang the

belt.

printer on anything but a belt.

The Battery Pack

Charging the Battery Pack

Charging with the Optional Charger

If your printer comes with the optional battery charger, you ca use it to charge the supplied battery pack. Follow the steps below:

1. Connect the charger to the wall outlet and turn on the power.

The POWER lamp lights red.

2. Align the battery pack with its metal contacts facing front,

and slide it forward into the charger.

The CHARGE lamp lights red when charging starts. It turns off

when the battery pack is fully charged. In the case of a five-

battery charger, when charging starts, the CHARGE lamp

glows red. It then glows green when the battery packs are

fully charged.

3. Slide the battery pack out of the charger.

Notes

• If the POWER lamp does not light when you turn on the

power, check the power cord connection.

• If the CHARGE lamp does not light at the start of charging,

make sure the battery pack is firmly mounted into the

charger. Poor mounting of the battery pack may result in

faulty charging.

• When the fully charged battery pack is placed into the battery

charger, the CHARGE lamp turns on and then off. In the case

of the five-socket charger, the CHARGE lamp lights green.

• When charging a battery pack that has not been used for a

long time, the CHARGE lamp may blink for a while. This does

not indicate an error. You can continue charging.

• The battery pack can be recharged over about 300 times

(when used at normal temperatures). If the battery pack is

fully charged but runs out quickly, replace it with a new

battery.

Charging Time

It takes about 2.5 hours for a fully discharged battery pack to return to a fully charged state.

Charging with the Optional AC Adapter Note: These instructions assume that the battery is installed in

the printer (see “Installing the Battery Pack” below.

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