SATO 200e User Manual

HT200e

Direct Thermal Printer

OPERATOR MANUAL

PN 9001103B

SATO America, Inc.

10350A Nations Ford Road

Charlotte, NC 28273

Main Phone: [phone]

Technical Support Hotline: [phone]

Technical Support Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

www.satoamerica.com

© Copyright 2003

SATO America, Inc.

All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or issued to third parties in any form
whatsoever without the express permission of SATO America, Inc. The materials in this document is
provided for general information and is subject to change without notice. SATO America, Inc. assumes no
responsibilities for any errors that may appear.

Warning: This equipment complies with the requirements in Part 15 of FCC rules for a Class B computing
device. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause unacceptable interference to radio
and TV reception requiring the operator to take whatever steps are necessary to correct the interference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

About This Manual 1-2
General Description 1-3

Primary Components 1-3
Connection Ports 1-3

Control Features 1-5

Keypad Buttons 1-5

TECHNICAL DATA

Physical Characteristics 2-2
Power 2-2
Processing 2-2
Enviromental 2-2
Print 2-2
Media 2-3
Sensing 2-3
Interface Modules 2-3
Character Font Capabilities 2-3
Charcater Control 2-3
Symbologies 2-4
Other Features 2-4
Accessories 2-4
Regulatory Approvals 2-4

INSTALLATION

Unpacking & Parts Identification 3-2
Printer Installation 3-3

Site Location 3-3
Media Selection 3-3
Media Loading 3-3

Interface Selection 3-5

RS232 Serial Interface Specifications 3-5
RS232 Interface Signals 3-5
RS232 Cable Requirements 3-5

Accessories Installation 3-6

Battery Power Module 3-6
PCMCIA Memory Card 3-7
Scanner Connection 3-7

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OPERATION

Printer Configuration

Entering Alphanumerics & Symbols 4-2
Initial Setup Mode 4-3
User Mode 4-4
Data Maintenance Mode 4-5
Copy Print Parameters Mode 4-6
Send/Receive Preset Data Mode 4-7
Copy Preset Data Mode 4-8
Copy Font Mode 4-9
Copy Table Data Mode 4-10
Copy All Parameters Mode 4-11
Country Code Mode 4-12
Memory Card Clear Mode 4-13
Select Currency Mode 4-14

Fixed Formats 4-15

PLU Barcodes 4-15
Non PLU Bracodes 4-15
Price Reductions 4-17
Simple Data and Price 4-18
VAT Calculation 4-18
Shelf Edge Label 4-18
Unit Pricing 4-19
Euro Pricing 4-19

Customizing Label Formats 4-20

Configuration Breakdown 4-20
Programming Process 4-21
Beginning A Customized Label 4-22
Normal Field Configuration 4-23
Table Field Configuration 4-25
Sequential Number Field Configuration 4-27
Price Field Configuration 4-29
Calendar Field Configuration 4-31
Barcode Field Configuration 4-33
Copy Configuration 4-35
Print Quantity Configuration 4-36
Discount Rate Configuration 4-37
Tax Rate Configuration 4-38

Operational Modes 4-39

Online Mode 4-39
Table Data Mode 4-40
Preset Data Mode 4-41
Preset Data Storage 4-42
Suspending A Print Job 4-43
Reprinting A Label 4-44
Data Entry Edit 4-45

Operational Adjustments 4-46

Eye-Mark Adjustment 4-46
Dispenser Sensor Adjustment 4-47
Pitch Adjustment 4-48
Dispense Stop Position 4-49
LCD Brightness Adjustment 4-49

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TROUBLESHOOTING

LCD Error Signals 5-2
Troubleshooting Table 5-3
RS232 Serial Interface Troubleshooting 5-4
Hex Dump Printing 5-5
ASCII Dump Mode 5-6
Check Online Connection 5-7
Check Scanner Operation 5-8
Test Module Usage 5-9
Test Module Dial 5-10

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning Procedures 6-2
Replacement Procedures 6-3

Print Head 6-3
Power Switch 6-4
Memory Backup Battery 6-4

Adjustment Procedures 6-5

Print Head Alignment 6-5
Print Head Balance 6-5
Belt Tension 6-6
Eye-Mark Sensor 6-7
Dispenser Sensor 6-8
Pitch 6-9
Dispenser Stop Position 6-10
LCD Brightness 6-10

Service Modes 6-11

Service Mode 6-11
Hex Dump Mode 6-12
ASCII Dump Mode 6-13
Print Head & Life Counter Clear 6-14
Test Print Mode 6-15
SRAM Clear Mode 6-16

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INTRODUCTION

• About This Manual

• General Description

• Primary Components

• Control Features

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Unit 1: Introduction

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual is laid out consistent with the product discussed and provides all of the information
required for general printer installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance. For
specialized programming, refer to the Programming Manual provided with the product.

Step-by-step maintenance instructions are provided with typical problems and solutions. Become
familiar with each section before installing and maintaining the printer.

This manual also incorporates the use of special information boxes. Examples of these boxes
and the type of information provided in each, are below.

WARNING: PROVIDES INFORMATION THAT, IF UNHEEDED, MAY
RESULT IN PRESONAL INJURY.

CAUTION: PROVIDES INFORMATION THAT, IF UNHEEDED, MAY
RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

NOTE: Provides helpful hints to assist in performing the tasks at hand.

LCD DISPLAY: Provides the specific display that should be visible on
the LCD at that point.

A comprehensive Table Of Contents provided at the front of this manual facilitates rapid
movement within. The contents identify the different Units, Chapters, and Sections. Each
references the page number of their commencement.

The pages of this manual have embedded headers and footers to assist the user in identifying
his or her exact position within the manual. The header provides the section number followed by
its name. The footer identifies the product on the left, the manual’s part number in the center, and
the page number to the right side of the page.

Page enumeration is two-part with each separated by a hyphen. The first character set
references the Unit and the second identifies the page number. Page numbers begin with the
numeral (1) one at the commencement of a new unit and ascends sequentially.

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Unit 1: Introduction

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The HT200e is a small, compact printer designed specifically for point-of-usage labeling
applications. It can be used as a stand alone printer with predefined formats or connected to a
PC using an RS232C communications for variable labeling applications.

Figure 1-1a, Primary Components

Figure 1-1b, Primary Features & Components

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Unit 1: Introduction

Figure 1-1b, Primary Components

CONNECTION PORTS

TYPE FUNCTION

Power

Serial Port

Scanner Port

Tes t Te rm in al

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Electrical cord provided with the product. Permits source electrical supply
to the printer for operation.

Permits an RS232C cable to be connected for host computer interface. Is
used for remote configuration and operation.

Allows a barcode scanner to be connected and used in conjunction with
the printer.

Permits a SATO Test Module and/or multimeter to be connected to
troubleshoot electrical circuitry and to measure electrical values when
adjusting potentiometers.

Unit 1: Introduction

CONTROL FEATURES

KEYPAD BUTTONS

KEY NAME FULL NAME FUNCTION

0 TO 9 Numeric Keys

Cursor Keys For scrolling through screen options and moving the cursor.

FNC1 Function1

FNC2 Function2

SET Set Switches between input of numeric and alphabetical characters.
FEED Paper Feed Feeds media forward one label at a time.
FMT Format Allows selection of label format.

RCL Recall

DATE Date

S/S Start/Stop Allows user to start and stop printing.
PGUP Page Up Returns user to the previous screen.

SHIFT Shift

DEL Delete Deletes data entered one character at a time.
AC All Clear Clears all input data on the screen.
ENTR Enter Confirms current action and proceeds to the next step.

For entry of numerals, alphabets, and symbols. Keys [1] and [.] are used
for input of symbols.

Sets usage of British Pound (GMP) and unit volume. During input of print
format number, displays menu for managing table data management. In
the print density menu, allows user to change black and red density.

Sets discount rate, exchange rate, and consumption tax. In the print
format input menu, displays name for label and format.

Calls up the preset menu for management of presets. During input of
alphabetical code data, calls up the code-entry menu for inserting special
symbols. During input of a table item number, allows user to preview the
item’s contents to check for accuracy.

Displays calendar information. Allows adjustment of the calendar when
pressed during Power On.

Switches between upper and lower case input. Selects the other functions
of a dual-function key.

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Unit 1: Introduction

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TECHNICAL DATA

• Physical Characteristics

•Power

• Processing

• Enviromental

•Print

•Media

• Sensing

• Interface Modules

• Processing

• Character Font Capabilities

•Character Control

• Symbologies

• Other Features

• Accessories

• Regulatory Approvals

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Unit 2: Technical Data

TECHNICAL DATA

All technical data deemed pertinent has been tabulated below for quick reference. Find the
relative section header and then locate the specific type of technical data in the left column.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Width 5.2 Inches (132 mm)

Height 5.94 Inches (151 mm)

Depth 9.06 Inches (230 mm)

Weight 5.5 Pounds (2.5 Kg)

POWER

Adapter Voltage Autoswitching 100-120/200-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Battery Supply NiMH, 8.4VDC 2.4 AH

PROCESSING

CPU 32 Bit RISC

FLash ROM 512K Bytes

SRAM 2 Mega-Bytes

ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating Temperature 41° to 104°Fahrenheit (5° to 40°C)

Storage Temperature -4° to 104°Fahrenheit (-5° to 45°C)

Storage Humidity Maximum 90% RH, Non-Condensing

Operating Humidity 15 to 80% RH, Non-Condensing

PRINT

Type Direct Thermal Only

Speed

Resolution 203 Dots Per Inch (8 d/mm)

Print Module (Dot Size) 0.0049 Inches (0.125 mm)

Maximum Print Width 1.89 Inches (48 mm)

Maximum Print Length 3.78 Inches (96 mm)

2.4 Inches Per Second (60 mm/s) Battery Operated
Up to 3 Inches Per Second (80 mm/s) AC Adapter

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Unit 2: Technical Data

MEDIA

Type Die-Cut & Fan-Fold Labels, Tags (Face Up Stack), Continuous

Minimum Width 1.1 Inches (28 mm)

Minimum Length 0.63 Inches (16 mm)

Maximum Width 2.0 Inches (51 mm)

Maximum Length 4.0 Inches (103 mm)

Maximum Caliper 0.007 Inches (0.18 mm)

Maximum Roll Diameter 2.95 Inches (75 mm) Wound Face-In

Minimum Core Diameter 1.0 Inches (25.4 mm)

SENSING

Reflective Eye-Mark

Continuous Form Sensor not used.

INTERFACE MODULES

RS232C, 4800 to 19.2K BPS

Serial Port

Scanner Input RS232C or TTL

Hardware Ready/Busy Flow Control

Sftware X-On/X-Off Flow Control

CHARACTER FONT CAPABILITIES

MATRIX FONTS

X1 20 dots W x 50 dots H

X2 8 dots W x 20 dots H

X3 13 dots W x 21 dots H

OCR-B 20 dots W x 24 dots H

Price 16 dots W x 24 dots H (Numeric Only)

Outline 1 28 dots W x 48 dots H (Numeric Only)

Outline 2 48 dots W x 68 dots H (Numeric Only)

Outline 3 26 dots W x 56 dots H (Numeric Only)

CHARACTER CONTROL

Expansion Up to 4X in either the X or Y coordinates

Rotation 0, 90, 180, or 270 Degrees

Pitch 0 to 90 dots

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Unit 2: Technical Data

SYMBOLOGIES

Linear UPC-A/E, EAN-8/13, Code 39, I 2/5, Codabar, Code 128B/C

OTHER FEATURES

Sequential Numbering Sequential numbering of both numerics and bar codes.

Custom Characters Up to 24 Currency Marks

Graphics BW Graphic files in BMP format

Real-Time Clock Day, Month, Year

Formats

6 User defined (30 fields/format std, 200 fields/format w/2M)

29 Fixed Formats

ACCESSORIES

Battery Pack NiMH Battery Pack and Charger

Wand Scanner For scanning input fields

CCD Scanner For scanning input fields

REGULATORY APPROVALS

Safety UL, CE, TUV

RFI/EMI FCC Class B

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INSTALLATION

• Unpacking

• Parts Identification

• Printer Installation

• Interface Selection

• Accessories Installation

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Unit 3: Installation

UNPACKING & PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Unpack the printer as directed in the following procedure.

1 Place the shipping container (box) upright on a solid, flat surface.

2 Open the box, remove any loose items and the first layer of packing material.

3 Carefully lift the printer and accessories from the box and place them on a solid flat surface.

4 Remove the plastic covers from the packed items and visually inspect for physical damage.

5 Ensure the following components are present:

6 Report damaged property.

PACKED COMPONENTS

Printer (Figure 3-1a)

Power Cord (Figure 3-1b)

Media Spool (Figure 3-1c)

Operator Manual
Programming Manual

(Figure 3-1d)

Software Disk (Figure 3-1e)

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Unit 3: Installation

PRINTER INSTALLATION

SITE LOCATION

• Stationed on a solid flat surface

• Stationed away from hazardous conditions

• Stationed within operational distance of the host based on interface specificaitons

POWER SUPPLY

Figure 3-2a Figure 3-2b Figure 3-2c

MEDIA SELECTION

The size and type of the labels or tags to be printed should have been taken into consideration
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 effecting print quality.

MEDIA LOADING

1 Unlatch top housing cover (Figure 3-2a).

2 Lift top housing cover into a vertical position (Figure 3-2b).

3 Apply media to the printer’s media spool (Figure 3-2c).

4 Place the media spool onto the printer’s holder (Figure 3-2d).

5 Unwind approximately one (1) foot of media from the roll (Figure 3-2e).

6 Adjust the media guides loosely against each side of the media (Figure 3-2f).

7 Close the printer and begin operation (Figure 3-2g).

With Dispenser Function

8 Remove approximately 6 inches of labels from backing (Figure 3-2h).

9 Open dispenser cover (Figure 3-2i).

10 Feed media through slot beneath cover (Figure 3-2j).

11 Close top housing cover (Figure 3-2k).

12 Close dispenser cover and begin operation (Figure 3-2l).

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Unit 3: Installation

Figure 3-3a Figure 3-3b Figure 3-3c

Figure 3-3d Figure 3-3e Figure 3-3f

Figure 3-3g Figure 3-3h Figure 3-3i

Figure 3-3j Figure 3-3k Figure 3-3l

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Unit 3: Installation

INTERFACE SELECTION

The HT200e has two integrated interface connectors accessible on the printer’s left front side.
One is a RS232C serial used for interfacing with a host computer and the other is for use with an
optional scanner to input variable data by reading barcode symbols from a menu sheet.

RS232C SERIAL INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

Asynchronous ASCII Half-duplex communication

Ready/Busy Hardware Flow Control
Pin 9, DTR Control
Pin 4, RTS Error Condition
X-On/X-Off Software Flow Control

Bi-Directional Communication
Data Transmission Rate 4800, 9600, 19200 bps
Data Length 8 bit (selectable)
Stop Bit 1 or 2 bits (selectable)
Parity Bit ODD, EVEN, NONE (selectable)
Character Format 1 Start Bit (fixed), 7 or 8 bits (selectable)
Connector DB9S (female)
Cable DB-9P (male), 50 feet maximum length.
Signal Levels High = +5V to +12V, Low = -5V to -12V

RS232 INTERFACE SIGNALS

PIN DIRECTION SIGNAL DEFINITION

1 Reference FG (Frame Ground)
2 To Host TD (Trnasmit Data) - Data from the printer to the host computer. X-On/X-Off.
3 To Printer RD (Receive Data) - Data to the printer from the host computer.
4 To Host RTS (Request To Send) - Always high.
6 To Printer DSR (Data Set Ready) Always high.
7 Reference SG (Signal Ground)
9 To Host DTR (Data Terminal Ready) - This signal applies to Ready/Busy flow control.

The printer is ready to receive data when this pin is high. It goes low when the
printer is Busy or off line due to an error condition.

RS232 CABLE REQUIREMENTS

DB9 DB25 HOST CONNECTION DB9 PRINTER

1 FG (Frame Ground) Bi-Directional 1 FG (Frame Ground)

2 3 RD (Receive Data) To Host 2 TD (Transmit Data)

3 2 TD (Transmit Data) To Printer 3 RD (Receive Data)

8 5 CTS Clear To Send) To Printer DB9 - 6 4 RTS (Request to Send)

4 20 DTR (Data Terminal Ready) To Printer DB9 - 4 6 DSR (Data Set Ready)

6 6 DSR (Data Set Ready) To host 9 DTR (Data Terminal Ready)

5 7 SG (Signal Ground) Bi-Directional 7 SG (Signal Ground)

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Unit 3: Installation

ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION

There are several optional accessories that are available to make the HT200e printer more
useful in certain applications.

• Battery Power Module

• PCMCIA Memory Card

• Scanner

BATTERY POWER MODULE

The optional Battery Power Module attaches to bottom of the printer the same as the included
AC Power Module. To charge the battery pack, simply power off the printer and withdraw it from
the underside.

1 Remove AC Power Module (Figure 3-4a).

2 Insert Battery Power Module in its place (Figure 3-4b).

3 Power on printer to operate. Power off to remove battery pack for charging (Figure 3-4c).

To Charge Battery Pack

4 Connect charger to power receptacle (Figure 3-4d).

5 Insert battery pack into the charger base (Figure 3-4e).

6 Charge until LED indicates charging is complete (Figure 3-4f).

Figure 3-4a Figure 3-4b Figure 3-4c

Figure 3-4d Figure 3-4e Figure 3-4f

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Unit 3: Installation

PCMCIA MEMORY CARD

This purchase option provides memory expansion up to 2MB. Perform the procedure below to for
memory card installation.

1 Lift memory card cover (Figure 3-5a).

2 Insert memory card into slot (Figure 3-5b).

3 Press button to eject memory card as necessary (Figure 3-5c).

Figure 3-5a Figure 3-5b Figure 3-5c

SCANNER CONNECTION

The scanner option can be used to input variable data by reading barcode symbols from a menu
sheet.

1 Open the interface cover (Figure 3-6a).

2 Connect the scanner to the scanner connector (Figure 3-6b).

Figure 3-6a Figure 3-6b

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Unit 3: Installation

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OPERATION

• Printer Configuration

• Configuration Modes

• Fixed Formats

• Customizing Label Formats

• Operational Modes

• Operational Adjustments

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Unit 4: Operation

PRINTER CONFIGURATION

The printer may be configured for specific jobs via the operator panel located on the top surface
of the printer. The operator panel is comprised of a keypad and a LCD panel.

Once the printer has been configured, the settings are retained in the battery backup memory.
For additional information regarding the operator panel, refer to Unit 1: Introduction.

ENTERING ALPHANUMERICS & SYMBOLS

Each numeric key of the keypad can also input
alphabets when the SET or SHFT key has been
pressed.

For example, pressing the SET key and then
pressing 2 once yields an A. Pressing 2 again
yields a B.

Refer to the table below.

FNC1

PG UPFMT

87

9

FNC2

SET

FEED

SHFTRCL

DELDATE

Figure 5-1, Operator Panel

54

21

.ACS/S ENTR

0

6

3

KEY DEFAULT WITH SET KEY PRESSED WITH SHFT KEY PRESSED

. . ( ) < > , - : ; ‘ ( ) < > , - : ; ‘
0 0 Y Z space ½ ¼ y z space ½ ¼
1 1 £ * + ! & % $ = / ° £ * + ! & % $ = / °
2 2 ABC Ä Å Æ Ç abc ä å æ ç
3 3 DEF Ë É def ë é
4 4 GHI ghi
55JKL jkl
6 6 MNO Ñ Ö Ø mno ñ ö ø
7 7 PQR pqr
8 8 STU ß Ü stu ü
99VWX vwx

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Unit 4: Operation

INITIAL SETUP MODE

Is the first menu in the printer configuration process. Typically, these values will not change
following initial printer setup.

POWER ON

FORMAT NO.

[ . . ]

HT200e

00

Use arrow keys to

cursor. Press

ENTR to advance.

CHECK LABEL
YES NO

STR/RCL PRESET

INT/RAM OPT CARD

PRINT

NORMAL DEMAND

PRICE POSITION

UPPER LOWER

Power = Off

REAL-TIME PRINT

ON OFF

PRE-EDITED PRINT
ON OFF

GUARD BAR

NORMAL LONG

CALENDAR PRINT

NO PRINT PRINT

CALENDAR EXP

DDMMYY MMDDYY

PRICE FONT SIZE
NORMAL BIG

PRINT PRESET NO.
PRINT NO PRINT

PRICE FORMAT

UK EUROPE

Figure 4-2, Initial Setup Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

USER MODE

This menu, like the Initial Setup Mode, allows certain values to be set based on the user/
operator’s needs that typically will not change.

3 + POWER

DATA BIT SETTING

7 BITS 8 BITS

PRINT DARKNESS

L 1 2 3 4 5 D

PRINT SPEED

600 MM/SEC
800 MM/SEC

AUTO POWER OFF

ON OFF

STARTUP DISPLAY
MANUAL ONLINE

I/F SETTING

4800 BPS 9600 BPS

800 BPS

Use arrow keys to

cursor. Press

ENTR to advance.

Power = Off

HEAD CHECK

NORMAL BARCODE

PARITY SETTING

ODD EVEN NONE

PROTOCOL

READY/BUSY

XON/OFF

FIXED FORMAT
NO [ . . ]
99: CLEAR

CALENDER SETTING

DDMMYY XX:XX

HEAD CHECK

ON OFF

CODE PAGE SET
858 852

EURO CALC

CM=E E=CM

REPRINT FUNC
YES NO

CALENDAR DISP

NO YES

BEEP SETTING
ON OFF

PROTO CODE
STANDARD
NON-STANDARD

NON-STANDARD

DEFAULT USER SET

Figure 4-3, User Mode

NON-STANDARD

STX: 02 HEX

NON-STANDARD

ETX: 03 HEX

NON-STANDARD

ESC: 1B HEX

NON-STANDARD

EOT: 04 HEX

NON-STANDARD

SOH: 01 HEX

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Unit 4: Operation

DATA MAINTENANCE MODE

Is the primary menu for the maintenance of print data. This chart provides the route to more
specific menus for the transfer and storage of data.

6 + POWER

PARAMETER COPY
PRINTER CARD

Refer to

Enter Country

Code Mode

CARD CLEAR

Press

ENTR

Refer to

Memory Card

Clear
Mode

Refer to

Copy All

Parameters

Mode

Press

Press Press

Press

ENTR

EAN COUNTRY CODE
50

Press
To go back.

To go back.

Press Press

Press

ENTR

Refer to

Copy Print

Parameters

Mode

Press

ENTR

Refer to

Send/Receive

Preset Data

Mode

Press

ENTR

Refer to

Copy Preset

Data

Mode

DATA STORE / RCALL
PRINTER HOST

To go back.

PRESET STR / RCALL

To go back.

PRESET COPY
PRINTER CARD

To go back.

FONT STORE / RCALL
PRINTER HOST

Press Press

Press Press

Press Press

Press Press

Press Press

Refer to

Select

Currency

Mode

Press

ENTR

Press
To go back.

Press

Refer to

Copy Font

Mode

Refer to

Copy Table

Data Mode

Press

ENTR

Press

ENTR

To go back.

TABLE STR / RCALL
PRINTER HOST

To go back.

CURRENCY SELECT

Figure 4-4a, Data Maintenance Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

COPY PRINT PARAMETERS MODE

This menu provides the flow sequence of copying print parameters from the host and sending
them to the printer or copying from the printer and sending them to the host.

This menu is accessed through the Data Maintenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

DATA SEND / REC
HT HOST HOST HT

HT HOST SEND OK?

Press
to scroll options.

Yes / No

Press ENTR Press ENTR

RECEIVING
ITEM: 0000

Y / N

Returns to

Maintenance

Mode

Data

Determine direction and
press to scroll.
Press ENTR.

RECEIVING
ITEM: 0000

HOST HT REC OK?

Y / N

Press
to scroll options.

Yes / No

Press ENTR Press ENTR

Returns to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

Figure 4-4b, Copy Print Parameters Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

SEND/RECEIVE PRESET DATA MODE

This menu provides the flow sequence of sending or receiving preset data from the host or
printer. This menu is accessed through the Data Maintenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

SEND / REC DATA
SEND RECEIVE

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

STR / RCL DATA
INT RAM OPT CARD

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

Int Ram / Opt Card

Press ENTR

HT HOST
SEND OK?
Y / N

Confirm action and
press to scroll.

Yes / No

Press ENTR

Send / ReceivePress ENTR

Press ENTR Press ENTR

Press ENTR

Press ENTR

STR / RCL DATA
INT RAM OPT CARD

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

Int Ram / Opt Card

Press ENTR

HOST HT
REC OK?
Y / N

Confirm action and
press to scroll.

Yes / No

SENDING
ITEM: 0000

Returns to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

RECEIVING
ITEM: 0000

Figure 4-4c, Send/Receive Preset Data Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

COPY PRESET DATA MODE

This menu provides the flow sequence of copying preset data from the host to the printer or vice
versa. This menu is accessed through the Data Maintenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

SEND / REC DATA
SEND RECEIVE

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

STR / RCL DATA
INT RAM OPT CARD

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

Int Ram / Opt Card

Press ENTR

HT HOST
SEND OK?
Y / N

Confirm action and
press to scroll.

Yes / No

Press ENTR

Send / ReceivePress ENTR

Press ENTR Press ENTR

Press ENTR

Press ENTR

STR / RCL DATA
INT RAM OPT CARD

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

Int Ram / Opt Card

Press ENTR

HOST HT
REC OK?
Y / N

Confirm action and
press to scroll.

Yes / No

SENDING
ITEM: 0000

Returns to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

RECEIVING
ITEM: 0000

Figure 4-4d, Copy Preset Data Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

COPY FONT MODE

This menu provides the flow sequence of copying font types from the host to the printer and vice
versa. This menu is accessed through the Data Maintenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

FONT SEND / REC
HT HOST HOST HT

HT HOST
SEND OK?
Y / N

Press to scroll.

Press ENTR

SENDING
ITEM: 0000

Yes / No

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

HT Host / Host HTPress ENTR

Press ENTR Press ENTR

Returns to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

Press ENTR

RECEIVING
ITEM: 0000

Press ENTR

HOST HT
REC OK?
Y / N

Press to scroll.

Yes / No

Figure 4-4e, Copy Font Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

COPY TABLE DATA MODE

This menu provides the flow sequence of copying table data from the host to the printer or vice
versa. This menu is accessed through the Data Maintenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

DATA SEND / REC
HT HOST HOST HT

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

HT HOST SEND OK?

Y / N

Press to scroll.

Press ENTR

SENDING
ITEM: 0000

Yes / No

HT Host / Host HTPress ENTR

Press ENTR Press ENTR

Returns to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

Press ENTR

RECEIVING
ITEM: 0000

Press ENTR

HOST HT REC OK?

Y / N

Press to scroll.

Yes / No

Figure 4-4f, Copy Table Data Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

COPY ALL PARAMETERS MODE

This menu provides the flow sequence of copying print parameters from the host to the printer or
vice versa. This menu is accessed through the Data Maintenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

PARAMETER COPY
HT CARD CARD HT

Press
to scroll options.
Press ENTR

HT CARD COPY OK?

Y / N

COPYING

Complete when the

PARAMETER COPY
PRINTER CARD

CARD HT COPY OK?

Y / N

Press
to scroll options.
Press ENTR

Copying

while the screen

above is displayed.

screen below is

displayed.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

Figure 4-4g, Copy All Parameters Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

SELECT COUNTRY CODE MODE

This menu provides theflow sequence for selecting the applicable Country of use. By selecting
the applicable Country; specific symbols, features, and calculations are automatically initiated as
part of the operational function. Each Country is assigned a two-digit code for this selection
process.

This menu is accessed through the Data Maintenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

EAN COUNTRY CODE
50

Determine which country is applicable

and enter its code from this table.

01 Holland

02 Euro
03 USA

04 France

05 Swiss
06 Spain

07 Italy

08 Germany

09 Austria
10 Poland

11 Czech
12 Romania
13 Slovenia

14 Slovakia

15 Russia

16 Hungary

17 Finland
18 Greece

19 Belgium

20 Scandinavia

Press ENTR

Figure 4-4h, Country Code Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

MEMORY CARD CLEAR MODE

Allows the selected values stored on the memory card to be cleared from its memory. This menu
is accessed through the Data Maintnenance Mode.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

CARD TYPE
PRESET
BACKUP

Press to scroll.
Select Presets if card

has presets.

Select Backup if card

contains fonts, table

data, firmware, etc.

Press ENTR

CURRENCY CR 1
HOLLAND [ f ]

Press to scroll.

Press ENTR

Returns to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

Figure 4-4i, Memory Card Clear Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

SELECT CURRENCY MODE

Allows the desired currency to be selected independently of the Country previously selected.
Typically, the currency selected will be representative of the Country selected.

Refer to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

CURRENCY SELECT
DEFAULT USER

Determine direction and
press to scroll.

Default / UserPress ENTR

Returns to

Data

Maintenance

Mode

Press ENTR

CURRENCY CR 1
HOLLAND [ f ]

Press to scroll.

Press ENTR

Figure 4-4j, Select Currency Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

FIXED FORMATS

This unit identifies and defines the 29 pre-programmed label designs that are part of the HT200e
printer package. These fixed formats are suitable for a wide variety of general uses.

NOTE: The folowing text references PLU. PLU (Price Lookup) is the
process by which a bar coded item number is decoded and seached
for in a database so the price information can be sent back to the
scanning location.

PLU BARCODES

Format 01 Format 02 Format 03 Format 04

EAN 8 Barcode. Has
price and three-digit
human readable code.

EAN 8 Barcode. Flag
50 is fixed. Includes
price and three-digit
human readable code.

EAN 13 barcode. Has
price and three-digit
human readable code.

EAN 13 barcode. Flag
50 is fixed. Includes
price and three-digit
human readable code.

NON PLU BARCODES

Format 05 Format 06 Format 07 Format 08

EAN 8 Barcode. Needs
a Non PLU flag. Has
price and three-digit
human readable code.

EAN 13 Barcode.
Needs a Non PLU flag.
Has price and three­digit human readable
code.

EAN 13 barcode.
Needs a Non PLU flag.
Has price and three­digit human readable
code.

EAN 13 barcode.
Needs a Non PLU flag.
Has price and three­digit human readable
code.

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Unit 4: Operation

NON PLU BARCODES

Format 09 Format 11 Format 12

EAN 13 Barcode. Needs a Non
PLU flag. Has four-digit item
code and six-digit price. Also
has human readable code.

EAN 13 Barcode. Needs a Non
PLU flag. Has five-digit item
code and five-digit price. Human
readable code not included.

EAN 13 barcode. Needs a Non
PLU flag. Has four-digit item
code and six-digit price. Human
readable code not included.

Format 14 Format 15

Two EAN 8 barcodes. Not normally PLU. Includes
price and three-digit human readable code.

Two EAN 13 barcodes. Not normally PLU. Has
price and three-digit human readable code.

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Unit 4: Operation

PRICE REDUCTIONS

Format 16 Format 17 Format 18

Enter the non-discounted (WAS)
price. The printer calculates the
discounted (NOW) price.

Enter the EAN 13 Barcode and
non-discounted (WAS) price.
The discounted (NOW) price is
calculated automatically.

The EAN 13 and the “NOW”
price are added into the new
barcode (Code128). A prefix
“10” is added to act as an
application identifier.

Enter the EAN 13 Barcode and
non-discounted (WAS) price.
The discounted (NOW) price is
calculated automatically.

The EAN 13 and the “NOW”
price are added into the new
barcode (Code128). A prefix
“10” is added to act as an
application identifier.

Format 19 Format 25

Enter the non-discounted (WAS) price. The printer
calculates the discounted (NOW) price.

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Enter the non-discounted (WAS) price. The printer
calculates the discounted (NOW) price. The
discounted rate is also printed on the label.

Unit 4: Operation

SIMPLE DATA AND PRICE

Format 10 Format 13

Contains 15 alphanumeric characters and the
price.

VAT CALCULATION

Contains two lines of 15 alphanumeric charcters
and the price.

Format 23 Format 24

Enter the pre-tax amount. The printer automati­cally calculates the VAT and payable amount.

SHELF EDGE LABEL

Format 22

Contains one line of 20 alphanumeric characters,
plus tow of ten digits, a price, and the EAN 13
barcode.

Enter the pre-tax amount and the EAN 13 barcode
data. The printer automatically calculates the VAT
and payable amount., and creates or copies the
barcode.

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Unit 4: Operation

UNIT PRICING

Format 26 Format 27

When promted to enter “Unit Voles”, press [FNC1]
to select the number of units. Press Enter.
At the “Pack Size” screen, enter a numeric value,
the pack price, two line of sixteen-digit alphanu­meric code, and the symbol of the weight/volume
unit (Kg, g). To complete the label, enter the num­ber of days to add the current date.

When promted to enter “Unit Voles”, press [FNC1]
to select the number of units. Press Enter.
At the “Pack Size” screen, enter a numeric value,
the pack price, two line of sixteen-digit
alphanumeric code, and the symbol of the weight/
volume unit (Kg, g).

EURO PRICING

Format 20 Format 21

Enter the local currency. The printer calculates the
Euro value. Data is needed for the EAN 13
barcode.

Similar to Format 20 but excludes the barcode.

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Unit 4: Operation

CUSTOMIZING LABEL FORMATS

Customized Label Formats allow label layout and format to be customized by the user. A label
format consists of a single or multiple printable areas called fields. For each field and field type,
predetermined configuaration attributes must be programmed. Regardless of the field type, to
customize a label format, a total of 46 numerical programming entries must be made for each
established field. These numerical programming entries are refered to as parameters.

Before beginning to create a customized label, determine the label size, the number of
fields within the label, and their contents. It is recommended that a sample label be
drawn on a piece of paper displaying the location of each field and its field type before
commencing. Figure 7-1 displays a sample label.

Since all programming is numerical, the format name, the label name, and all
configuration entries will be made by using the printer’s keypad. The following procedure
generalizes the programming sequence when prompted by the LCD:

1 Enter a format number for the label.
2 Enter a label name.
3 Configure label size.
4 Create and configure each field one at a time.

• Field number

• Field type

• Parameters

Figure 7-2 is a visual image of how programming entries are broken down into three primary
categories: Field Designation & Font Type (1-3), Field Configuration (4-21), and Copy
Configuration (22-46). Each time a parameter is configured, its configuration numeral replaces a
“0”, or series of ”0” ‘s, in the bottom row of the LCD.

BOTTOM ROW OF LCD WHEN CONFIGURING LABEL

000 000000000000000000 0000000000000000000000000

1 to 3

4 to 21

46 Data Entry Characters Required (Replace the Zeroes with the Required Numerals)

Figure 4-6, Configuration Breakdown

22 to 46

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Unit 4: Operation

Figure 7-3 is an example of a LCD display. Notice that the field parameter to be configured on
that LCD is FONT TYPE and that the configuration entry 03 is displayed to its left. Whichever
option is chosen (0, 1, 2) will replace the third character from the left on the bottom row.

Field Parameter

01 03: FONT TYPE

0: X1 1: X2 2: X3

1000000000000000000

Configuration Options

Configuration Entry will Display

here.

Figure 4-7, Sample LCD Display

Figure 7-4 displays the programming process for creating a customized label.

Create Label Format

&

Field Names

Chart 7-5

Normal Field

Configuration

Entries 1-21

Normal Field
Configuration
Table & Chart

7-6

Normal/Table

/Seq. No.

Table Field

Configuration

Entries 1-21

Field

Type

Seq. Number
Configuration

Entries 1-21

Price Field

Configuration

Table & Chart

7-9

Price Field

Configuration

Entries 1-21

Calendar Field

Configuration

Table & Chart

7-10

Calendar Field

Configuration

Entries 1-21

Barcode Field

Configuration

Table & Chart

7-11

Barcode Field

Configuration

Entries 1-21

Entries 22-46

Leave as 0

Print Configuration

Table & Chart

7-13

Entries 22-46

Leave as 0

Print?

Yes / No

Entries 22-46

Leave as 0

Copy Configuration

Entries 22-46
Table & Chart

7-12

Entries 22-46

Leave as 0

Copy?

Yes / No

Figure 4-8, Programming Process

NOTE: A calendar field cannot be copied. For Normal/Table data, a
copy cannot be received.

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Unit 4: Operation

Figure 7-5 provides visual sequential instructions for beginning to create a customized label.
After completing those instructions, refer to the relative flow chart for Normal, Price, Calendar,
or Barcode fields configuration. Use those flow charts in conjunction with the tables that follow to
create a customized label.

POWER ON

FORMAT NO.

[ . . ]

Press ENTR

FORMAT No

[ . . ] [ . . . . . . . . . . ]

[ . . . . . . . . . . ]

NORMAL OPTION

FMT

Enter number,

SETTING MODE
PARAMETER
SET LABEL SIZE

PARAMETER,

Press ENTR

xx = FIELD No LABEL TYPE

HT200e

Press

ENTR

Enter number,

Press SHFT

SET LABEL SIZE,

Press ENTR

Press SHFT,

then SET

PARAMETER
SETTING MODE

FORMAT NAME

[ . . ] [ . . . . . . . . . . ]

[ . . . . . . . . . . ]

Enter number,

Press SHFT

LABEL NAME

[ . . ] [ . . . . . . . . . . ]

[ . . . . . . . . . . ]

Enter number,

Press ENTR

Enter number,

Press SHFT

Enter field number,

Press ENTR

xx = ITEM NAME

[ . . . . . . . . . . ]

SHFT to scroll

options, Press ENTR

Refer to

relative table

& chart to

continue.

NORMAL

Press ENTR

PRINT POS OFFSET
V [ 00] dot
H [ 00] dot

Enter a value less

than 41 for each.

Press ENTR

OPTION

Press ENTR

LABEL PITCH
16 MM 20 MM
25 MM 8 MM

Select option,

Press ENTR

Figure 4-9a, Beginning a Customized Label

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Unit 4: Operation

NORMAL FIELD CONFIGURATION

Normal fields may easily be defined as any that does not possess the characteristics of any of
the other field types. Typically, it will contain text or graphic that is stable or unchanging.

XX XX: FLD TYPE
X: ***********
000000000000000000000

Enter numeral/s at

each screen to

configure.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Numeral

will display on

bottom row of

LCD.

XX 01: FLD TYPE
1: NORMAL
X00000000000000000000

XX 02: DATA TYPE
1: NORMAL
XX000000000000000000

XX 03: FONT TYPE
0: X1 1: X2 2: X3
XXX00000000000000000

XX 04: V - POSITION

XXXX0000000000000000

XX 07: H - POSITION

XXXXXXX000000000000

XX 10: ROTATION

XXXXXXXXXX000000000

XX 15: H - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX0

XX 16: INPUTCHECK
0: NO CHECK
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XX 17: SET TITLE

X00000000000000000000

XX 18: 0 RESERVED

XX000000000000000000

XX 19: AUTO-INS

XXX0000000000000000

XX 20: PRESET

XXXX000000000000000

XX 21: COLOR
0: BLACK 3: RED
XXXXX0000000000000

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

XX 11: CHAR PITCH

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 12: CHAR COUNT

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 14: V - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXX00

Copy?

Yes / No

Refer to the

relative table

& chart to
continue.

Press

FMT

Figure 4-9b, Normal Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

NORMAL FIELD CONFIGURATION

DIGIT POSITIONS DESIGNATED ITEM DESCRIPTION

1, 2 Normal 10: Normal
3 Font Type 0: X1

1: X2
2: X3
4: OCR-B

4, 5, 6 Vertical Position 001 to 784 dots: Vertical print position.

000: Entry only, where print is not required.
7, 8, 9 Horizontal Position 001 to 384 dots: Horizontal print position.
10 Rotation 0: 0 degrees

1: 90 degrees

2: 180 degrees

3: 270 degrees
11 Character Pitch 0 to 9 dots
12, 13 Character Count 01 to 32: Number of characters in the field.
14 Vertical Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.
15 Horizontal Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.

16 Input Check 0: No check

2: Mandatory entry.

5: Numeric only.

6: Numeric in all digits.

7: Non-zero numeric only; entry is manditory.
17 Title Setup 0: Not displayed in a title in printing preset.

2: Initially displayed as a title in printing preset

(for a format, one field set only).

18 Reserved 0: Determined
19 0 Insertion (specifies

whether a leading or trailing
zeroes are inserted)

20 Preset 0: No entry in printing preset (no display).

21 Font Color 0: Black

0: No 0 insertion.

1: 0 insertion in right aligned when copy is

required (i.e. 1=001).

1: Entry in printing preset (displayed).

3: Red

4: Black and White reversal.

Table 4-9b, Normal Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

TABLE FIELD CONFIGURATION

Fields of tabulated data may be stored in the printer’s memory and linked to another field type to
be displayed when scanned.

XX XX: FLD TYPE
X: ***********
000000000000000000000

Enter numeral/s at

each screen to

configure.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Numeral
will display on
bottom row of

LCD.

XX 01: FLD TYPE
1: NORMAL
X00000000000000000000

XX 02: DATA TYPE
1: TABLE 2: SEQ
XX000000000000000000

XX 03: FONT TYPE
0: X1 1: X2 2: X3
XXX00000000000000000

XX 04: V - POSITION

XXXX0000000000000000

XX 07: H - POSITION

XXXXXXX000000000000

XX 10: ROTATION

XXXXXXXXXX000000000

XX 15: H - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX0

XX 16: INPUTCHECK
0: NO CHECK
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XX 17: SET TITLE

X00000000000000000000

XX 18: TABLE No
1: TABLE 1
XX000000000000000000

XX 19: 0 AUTO-INS

XXX0000000000000000

XX 20: PRESET
0: OFF 1: OM
XXXX000000000000000

XX 21: COLOR
0: BLACK 3: RED
XXXXX0000000000000

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

XX 11: CHAR PITCH

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 12: CHAR COUNT

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 14: V - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXX00

Copy?

Yes / No

Refer to the

relative table &

chart to

continue.

Press

FMT

Figure 4-9c, Table Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

TABLE FIELD CONFIGURATION

DIGIT POSITIONS DESIGNATED ITEM DESCRIPTION

1, 2 Tab le 11: Table
3 Font Type 0: X1

1: X2
2: X3
4: OCR-B

4, 5, 6 Vertical Position 001 to 784 dots: Vertical print position.

000: Entry only, where print is not required.
7, 8, 9 Horizontal Position 001 to 384 dots: Horizontal print position.
10 Rotation 0: 0 degrees

1: 90 degrees

2: 180 degrees

3: 270 degrees
11 Character Pitch 0 to 9 dots
12, 13 Character Count 01 to 32: Number of characters in the field.
14 Vertical Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.
15 Horizontal Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.

16 Input Check 0: No check

2: Mandatory entry
17 Title setup 0: No display as a title in printing preset.

1: Initially display as a title in printing preset for a

format, one field set only).
18 Table number setup 1: Table 1 data

2: Teble 2 data

3: Table 2 data

19 0 Insertion 0: No 0 insertion.

1: 0 insertion in right aligned when copy is

required (i.e. 1=001).

20 Preset 0: No entry in printing preset (no display).

1: Entry in printing preset (displayed)
21 Font Color 0: Black

3: Red

4: Black and White reversal.

Table 4-9c, Table Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

SEQUENTIAL NUMBER FIELD CONFIGURATION

This field type allows numerals to be sequentially printed onto a label in the designated location.
The make-up of the sequential number may be configured to incorporate other characters in
addition to the sequential digits.

XX XX: FIELD TYPE
X: ***********
000000000000000000000

Enter numeral to

designate field
number & field

type.

XX 15: H - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX0

Numeral

is displayed

on bottom

row of LCD.

XX 01: FIELD TYPE
1: NORMAL
X00000000000000000000

XX 02: DATA TYPE
1: TABLE 2: SEQ
XX000000000000000000

XX 03: FONT TYPE
0: X1 1: X2 2: X3
XXX00000000000000000

XX 04: V - POSITION

XXXX0000000000000000

XX 07: H - POSITION

XXXXXXX000000000000

XX 10: ROTATION
0: 0 1: 90
XXXXXXXXXX000000000

XX 16: INPUTCHECK
6: FULL NUMERIC
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XX 17: SEQ
0: SEQUENCE NONE
X00000000000000000000

XX 18: 0 RESERVED

XXXX000000000000000

XX 19: 0 AUTO - INS

XXXXX0000000000000

XX 20: PRESET
0: OFF 1: ON
XXXXX0000000000000

XX 21: 0 RESERVED

XXXXX0000000000000

Copy?

Yes / No

Press

FMT

XX 11: CHAR PITCH

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 12: CHAR COUNT

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 14: V - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXX00

Refer to the

relative table

& chart to

continue.

Figure 4-9d, Sequential Number Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

SEQUENTIAL NUMBER FIELD CONFIGURATION

DIGIT POSITIONS DESIGNATED ITEM DESCRIPTION

1, 2 Normal 12: Normal
3 Font Type 0: X1

1: X2
2: X3
4: OCR-B

4, 5, 6 Vertical Position 001 to 784 dots: Vertical print position.

000: Entry only, where print is not required.
7, 8, 9 Horizontal Position 001 to 384 dots: Horizontal print position.
10 Rotation 0: 0 degrees

1: 90 degrees

2: 180 degrees

3: 270 degrees
11 Character Pitch 0 to 9 dots
12, 13 Character Count 01 to 32: Number of characters in the field.
14 Vertical Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.
15 Horizontal Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.

16 Input Check 0: No check

2: Mandatory entry.

5: Numeric only.

6: Numeric in all digits.

7: Non-zero numeric only; entry is manditory.
17 Title Setup 0: Not displayed in a title in printing preset.

2: Initially displayed as a title in printing preset

(for a format, one field set only).

18 Reserved 0: Determined
19 0 Insertion (specifies

whether a leading or trailing
zeroes are inserted)

20 Preset 0: No entry in printing preset (no display).

21 Font Color 0: Black

0: No 0 insertion.

1: 0 insertion in right aligned when copy is

required (i.e. 1=001).

1: Entry in printing preset (displayed).

3: Red

4: Black and White reversal.

Table 4-9d, Sequential Number Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

PRICE FIELD CONFIGURATION

This field type allows for a price to be printed onto a label in the designated location and
orientation. The price printed will be represented in the currency type selected.

XX XX: FIELD TYPE
X: ***********
000000000000000000000

Enter numeral/s at

each screen to

configure.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Numeral

will display on

bottom row of

LCD.

XX 01: FIELD TYPE
2: PRICE
X00000000000000000000

XX 02: DATA TYPE
0: STANDARD 1: POP
XX000000000000000000

XX 03: FONT TYPE
0: X1 1: X2 2: X3
XXX00000000000000000

XX 04: V - POSITION

XXXX0000000000000000

XX 07: H - POSITION

XXXXXXX000000000000

XX 10: ROTATION

XXXXXXXXXX000000000

XX 15: H - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX0

XX 16: INPUTCHECK
5: NUM ONLY
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XX 17: INP METHOD
0: LEFT 1: RIGHT
X00000000000000000000

XX 18: INSERTION
0: NON 1: CM 2: CM&.
XX000000000000000000

XX 19: 0 AUTO-INS

XXX0000000000000000

XX 20: PRESET
0: OFF 1: ON
XXXX000000000000000

XX 21: RESERVED

XXXXX0000000000000

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

XX 11: CHAR PITCH

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 12: CHAR COUNT

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 14: V - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXX00

Copy?

Yes / No

Refer to the

relative table

& chart to

continue.

Press

FMT

Figure 4-9e, Price Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

PRICE FIELD CONFIGURATION

DIGIT POSITIONS DESIGNATED ITEM DESCRIPTION

1, 2 Price 20: Normal 21: POP
3 Font Type Normal:

0: X1
1: X2
2: X3
5: Price character

POP:

0: POP1
1: POP2
2: POP3

4, 5, 6 Vertical Position 001 to 784 dots: Vertical print position.

000: Entry only, where print is not required.
7, 8, 9 Horizontal Position 001 to 384 dots: Horizontal print position.
10 Rotation 0: 0 degrees

1: 90 degrees

2: 180 degrees

3: 270 degrees
11 Character Pitch 0 to 9 dots
12, 13 Character Count 01 to 10: Number of characters in the field.

(excludes curency marks, commas, decimals)
14 Vertical Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character (1 to 3 for POP fonts).
15 Horizontal Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character (1 to 3 for POP fonts).

16 Input Check 5: Numeric Only.

6: Numeric in all digits.

7: Numeric is accepted, but no currency mark. 0

and non-entry are not allowed.

17 Input Method 0: Left aligned format.

2: Right aligned format.
18 Insertion 0: None

1: Currency mark.

2: Currency mark and decimal point.

5: Currency mark and comma.

6: Currency mark, comma, and decimal point.

7: Comma and decimal point.
19 0 Insertion 0: No 0 insertion.

1: With 0 insertion, right aligned (i.e. 1=001).
20 Preset for general/Euro

currency mark.

21 Reserved 0: Determined

Table 4-9e, Price Field Configuration

0: General currency mark is not shown.

1: Entry required. Show general currency mark.

8: Euro currency mark is not shown.

9: Entry required. Euro currency mark is shown.

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Unit 4: Operation

CALENDAR FIELD CONFIGURATION

This field type permits a date and/ot time to be printed in the designated location and orientation
of a label. Typical applications of this feature is to identify the date of manufacture, inspection, or
expiration.

XX XX: FIELD TYPE
X: ***********
000000000000000000000

Enter numeral/s at

each screen to

configure.

Numeral

is displayed

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

on bottom

row of LCD.

XX 01: FIELD TYPE
3: CALENDAR
X00000000000000000000

XX 02: DATA TYPE
0: DATE 1: TIME
XX000000000000000000

XX 03: FONT TYPE
1: X2 2: X3
XXX00000000000000000

XX 04: V - POSITION

XXXX0000000000000000

XX 07: H - POSITION

XXXXXXX000000000000

XX 10: ROTATION
0: 0 1: 90
XXXXXXXXXX000000000

XX 11: CHAR PITCH

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 12: CHAR COUNT

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 15: H - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX0

XX 16: INPUTCHECK
6: NUMBER ONLY
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XX 17: INCREMENT

X00000000000000000000

XX 18: DISP METHD
0: ddmmyy
XX000000000000000000

XX 19: SEPARATOR
0: NONE 1: /
XXX0000000000000000

XX 20: PRESET
0: OFF 1: ON
XXXX000000000000000

XX 21: 0 RESERVED

XXXXX0000000000000

Copy?

Yes / No

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press

FMT

XX 14: V - EXPANSE

XXXXXXXXXXXXXX00

Refer to the

relative table

& chart to

continue.

Figure 4-9f, Calendar Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

CALENDAR FIELD SETUP

DIGIT POSITIONS DESIGNATED ITEM DESCRIPTION

1, 2 Calendar 30: Date

31: Time

3 Font Type 1: X2

2: X3

4, 5, 6 Vertical Position 001 to 784 dots: Vertical print position.

000: Entry only, where print is not required.
7, 8, 9 Horizontal Position 001 to 384 dots: Horizontal print position.
10 Rotation 0: 0 degrees

1: 90 degrees

2: 180 degrees

3: 270 degrees
11 Character Pitch 0 to 9 dots
12, 13 Character Count 01 to 32: Number of characters in the field.
14 Vertical Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.
15 Horizontal Expansion 1 to 4: Magnification of horizontal/vertical

direction to character.

16 Input Check 6: Numeric in all digits.

7: Numeric is accepted, but no currency mark. 0

and non-entry are not allowed.

17 Addition 0: No addition.

1: Addition

Date and time should be arranged separately in

each field per format.

18 Presentation Format 0: ddmmyy

1: mmddyy

2: yymmdd

3: ddmmyyyy

4: mmddyyyy

5: yyyymmdd

0: 24 hour format

1: AM/PM before time

2: AM/PM after time
19 Symbol for separating

calendarr data

20 Preset 0: No entry in printing preset (not displayed).

21 Reserved 0: Determined

0: None

1: “/”

2: “-”

3: ”.”

1: Entry in printing preset (displayed).

Table 4-9f, Calendar Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

BARCODE FIELD CONFIGURATION

Allows a barcode to be printed onto a label in the specified location and orientation. This menu
permits all barcode values and variables to be configured.

XX XX: FIELD TYPE
X: ***********
000000000000000000000

Enter numeral/s at

each screen to

configure.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Numeral
will display on
bottom row of

LCD.

XX 01: FLD TYPE
7: BARCODE
X00000000000000000000

XX 02: DATA TYPE
0: HUMAN FONT OFF
XX000000000000000000

XX 03: SYMBOLOGY
0: NW7 1: CODE39
XXX00000000000000000

XX 04: V - POSITION

XXXX0000000000000000

XX 07: H - POSITION

XXXXXXX000000000000

XX 10: ROTATION
0: 0 2: 180
XXXXXXXXXX000000000

XX 15: BAR EXPANS

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX0

XX 16: BAR HEIGHT

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XX 19: CHECK DGT
0: OFF 1: ON
X00000000000000000000

XX 20: PRESET
0: OFF 1: ON
XXXX000000000000000

XX 21: 0 RESERVED

XXXXX0000000000000

Copy?

Yes / No

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

Press

FMT

Press SHFT to

scroll options.

XX 11: CHAR PITCH

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 12: CHAR COUNT

XXXXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 14: BAR RATIO
0: FIXED 1: 1-2
XXXXXXXXXXXXXX00

Refer to the

relative table

& chart to

continue.

Figure 4-9g, Barcode Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

BARCODE FIELD SETUP

DIGIT POSITIONS DESIGNATED ITEM DESCRIPTION

1, 2 Barcode 70: Readable>

71: Not readable.

3 Font Type 0: NW-7

1: CODE39
2: INT2of5
3: EAN13
4: EAN8
5: UPC-E
6: CODE128 (C Set)
7: CODE129 (B Set)

4, 5, 6 Vertical Position 001 to 784 dots: Vertical print position.

000: Entry only, where print is not required.
7, 8, 9 Horizontal Position 001 to 384 dots: Horizontal print position.
10 Rotation 0: 0 degrees

1: 90 degrees

2: 180 degrees

3: 270 degrees
11 Character Pitch 0 to 9 dots
12, 13 Character Count 01 to 22: Number of digits in the barcode.
14 Bar Ratio 0: Invalid (EAN, UPC-A, UPC-E)

1: 1:2

2: 1:2.5

3: 1:3
15 Bar Expansion 2 to 4: For bar ratio of 1: 2.5, enlargement is

restricted to 2x and 4x only.

16, 17, 18 Bar Height 001 to 240 dots.
19 Check digit (when Code

128 is being set, specify
“1”).

20 Preset 0: No entry in printing preset (not displayed).

21 Reserved 0: Determined

0: No CD

1: CD creation (computing)

2: CD Check (with input data)

3: Price CD (only for EAN13)

1: Entry in printing preset (displayed).

Table 4-9g, Barcode Field Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

Scroll through all

of the screens of

the established

field and begin

entering Copy data

with number 22.

Configuration

numeral

is displayed on

bottom row of

LCD.

XX 22: V - COPY
0: NONE
XXXXXX000000000000

XX 23: COPY 1 - 1

XXXXXXX00000000000

XX 25: COPY 1 - 2

XXXXXXXXX00000000

XX 27: COPY 1 - 3

XXXXXXXXXXX000000

XX 29: COPY 1 - 4

XXXXXXXXXXXXX00000

XX 31: COPY 2 - 1

XXXXXXXXXXXXXX0000

XX 33: COPY 2 - 2

X0000000000000000000

XX 35: COPY 2 - 3

XXX0000000000000000

XX 37: COPY 2 - 4

XXXXX00000000000000

XX 39: COPY 3 - 1

XXXXXXX0000000000

XX 41: COPY 3 - 2

XXXXXXXXX0000000

XX 43: COPY 3 - 3

XXXXXXXXXXX0000

XX 45: COPY 3 - 4

XXXXXXXXXXXXX0

Press

ENTR

Refer to the

relative table &

chart to

continue.

Figure 4-9h, Copy Configuration

COPY SETUP

DIGIT DESIGNATION DESCRIPTION

22 Copy action 0: No copy.

1: Copy.

2: Receive a copy.
23, 24 Copy 1 01-32: Specify starting position to begin copying.
25, 26 01-32: Specify number of characters to copy.
27, 28 01-29: Specify where to send the characters.
29, 30 01-32: Starting postion to paste copied characters.
31, 32 Copy 2 01-32: Specify starting position to begin copying.
33, 34 01-32: Specify number of characters to copy.
35, 36 01-29: Specify where to send the characters.
37, 38 01-32: Starting postion to paste copied characters.
39, 40 Copy 3 01-32: Specify starting position to begin copying.
41, 42 01-32: Specify number of characters to copy.
43, 44 01-29: Specify where to send the characters.
45, 46 01-32: Starting postion to paste copied characters.

Table 4-9h, Copy Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

PRINT CONFIGURATION

Print Configuration is treated as a field. Thusly, print configuration should always be the last field
for that label.

XX XX: FIELD TYPE
X: ***********
000000000000000000000

Enter numeral to

designate field
number & field

type.

Numeral

is displayed

on bottom

row of LCD.

XX 01: FIELD TYPE
0: QTY
X00000000000000000000

XX 03: FIXED QTY

XX000000000000000000

Press 0 until the

following screen is

displayed.

XX 16: DISP COUNT

XXX00000000000000000

Press 0 until

through screen 46.

Press ENTR

Refer

to the relative

table & chart

to continue.

Figure 4-9i, Print Quantity Configuration

PRINT QUANTITY CONFIGURATION

DIGIT POSITIONS DESIGNATED ITEM DESCRIPTION

1, 2 Print Quantity 00: Quantity.
3 Quantity 0: Not fixed. (default)

1: Fixed quantity
4 to 15 Reserved All remains at 0
16 Count 0: Prints the quantity entered.

Other than 0: Prints freely.

Figure 4-9i, Print Quantity Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

DISCOUNT RATE CONFIGURATION

Where applicable, this menu allows the discount rate to be configured.

POWER

FORMAT NO.
[ . . ]
HT200e

Refer to relative

Fixed Formats

16, 17, 18, 19, 25.

Press ENTR.

[WAS 25%] *

$ . . . . . .

Press

FNC2

DISCOUNT RATE
[ . . ] %

Enter

discount rate.

Press

ENTR

Press AC

if incorrect

entry.

Figure 4-10, Discount Rate Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

TAX RATE CONFIGURATION

Where applicable, this menu allows the tax rate to be configured.

POWER

FORMAT NO.
[ . . ]
HT200e

Refer to relative

Fixed Formats.

Enter 23 or 24.

Press ENTR.

[VAT 15.00%] *

$ . . . . . . .

Press

FNC2

VAT
[ 17.55 ] %

Enter four

digit tax rate.

Press

ENTR

Press AC

if incorrect

entry.

Figure 4-11, Tax Rate Configuration

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Unit 4: Operation

OPERATIONAL MODES

This unit provides instruction on the various modes used in operation.

ONLINE MODE

This operational mode permits printing activity when the print data is received from the host.

POWER

FORMAT NO.
[ . . ]
HT200e

70

[ONLINE MODE]

Printer

awaits data from the

host. Starts printing

when data is

received.

PRINTING

Printing

completed.

Power = Off

Figure 4-12, Online Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

TABLE DATA MODE

This operational mode permits the configuration, data entry, modification, and deletion of table
data.

POWER ON

FORMAT NO.

[ . . ]

HT200e

FNC1

Use arrow keys to

cursor. Press

ENTR to advance.

TABLE 1

STR MODIFY DEL

STR TABLE NO.
[ . . ]
COPY FROM [ . . . ]

TABLE 1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MODIFY TABLE NO.

[ . . . ]

DELETE TABLE NO.

[ . . . ]

TABLE STORING

TABLE 1 TABLE 2

TABLE 3

TABLE 2

STR MODIFY DEL

STR TABLE NO.
[ . . ]
COPY FROM [ . . . ]

TABLE 1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MODIFY TABLE NO.

[ . . . ]

DELETE TABLE NO.

[ . . . ]

Power = Off

TABLE 3

STR MODIFY DEL

STR TABLE NO.
[ . . ]
COPY FROM [ . . . ]

TABLE 1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MODIFY TABLE NO.

[ . . . ]

DELETE TABLE NO.

[ . . . ]

TABLE DATA DEL
YES NO
XXX

TABLE DATA DEL
YES NO
XXX

TABLE DATA DEL
YES NO
XXX

Figure 4-13, Table Data Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

PRESET DATA MODE

This operational mode permits the configuration, modification, and deletion of preset data.

RCL + POWER

[PRESET]
PRINT STR MODIFY
DEL DUMP MODIFIER

Press
to scroll options.
Press ENTR

PRESET NO. INPUT

. . . . <PRINT>

PRESET F-NO. [ . . ]

PRESET NO. INPUT

. . . . <MODIFY>

PRESET NO. INPUT

. . . . <DELETE>

DUMP FROM
INT RAM OPT CARD

PRESET NO. INPUT
…… - ...… MASTER

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

PRESET NO. INPUT
…… - ...… <DUMP>

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

PRESET NO. INPUT

. . . . <PRINT>

Refer to

Preset Data

Storage

[ ITEM ]

. . . . . . . . .

PRESET DELETE OK

. . - . . . . Y / N

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

Change data.

Press ENTR

PRESET DELETED

PRINTING

[ ITEM ]

. . . . . . . . .

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

[ PRICE ]

S . . . . . . . . .

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

[ QTY ]

. . . .

Enter preset

number.

Press ENTR

Figure 4-14, Preset Data Mode

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Unit 4: Operation

PRESET DATA STORAGE

This operational mode permits the storage of preset data.

POWER

FORMAT NO.

[ . . ]

HT200e

Press

RCL

[ PRESET ]
PRINT STR MODIFY
DEL DUMP MASTER

Press
to scroll options.
Press ENTR

PRESET F-NO.
[ . . ]

Enter a label

format number.

Press ENTR

PRESET NO. INPUT *

. . . . < STORE >

Enter data as
required. Press

ENTR

Prompted

to enter various

label format

data.

[ ITEM ]

. . . . . . . . .

Enter a number to

assign to the

following preset.

Press ENTR

Figure 4-15, Preset Data Storage

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Unit 4: Operation

SUSPENDING A PRINT JOB

This operational mode provides instruction on how to suspend a print job once initiated.

PRINTING

Continue?

Yes / No

Press

S/S

Press

S/S

S/S PRINT
REMAIN QTY: 0001

Printing
ceases.

Begin again?

Yes / No

Continue to

wait.

Figure 4-16, Suspending A Print Job

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Unit 4: Operation

REPRINTING A LABEL

This operational mode provides instruction on how to print a duplicate of a previously printed
label.

A

Format has

printed.

[ITEMSQ] *

. . . . . . . . . . . . . C

Reprints

the last label

with the sequential

variable incremented

or decremented

accordingly.

Reprint?
Yes / No

Press

S/S

REPRINT W/ SEQNUM
ON OFF

On / Off

PRINTING

Completes

printing the

label.

Determine

what next. Refer

to charts to

execute.

Reprints

the last label

with exactly the

same sequential

variable.

Figure 4-17, Reprinting A Label

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Unit 4: Operation

DATA ENTRY EDIT

The black blinking cursor indicates where the next typed character will appear. Use the arrow
keys on the printer keypad to move the cursor in the direction desired for entry or edit.

If an additional character was accidentally typed, move the cursor to the right of the accidental
character and press DEL once. The accidental character wil be replaced when the text moves
one space to the left.

If an incorrect character is typed, move the cursor onto that character and enter the desired one.
The incorrect character will be replaced by the one entered. Any additional charcters entered will
replace those to the right.

Use of the AC key of the keypad will replace will clear the entire set of characters entered.
Press the ENTR key to set the entries. Once the ENTR key has been pressed, data entry or edit

is not possible.

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Unit 4: Operation

OPERATIONAL ADJUSTMENTS

This unit covers adjustment of printer features and components to ensure proper function and
performance.

EYE-MARK SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

The penetrating sensitivity of the eye-mark sensor may be electrically adjusted through a
potentiometer integrated into the main circuit board. This potentiometer is externally accessible,
thusly dismantling of the printer is not required.

For proper performance, the sensor must have a voltage reading greater than 0.9V. If the
following procedure cannot achieve the required voltage, replace the memory backup battery in
accordance with its relative procedure located within the Replacement Procedures unit of this
manual. Also clean the sensor window located on the base frame assembly and the sensor’s
eye. If all else fails, the main circuit board will have to be replaced.

This adjustment procedure will require the use of a multimeter and the SATO Test Module. The
voltage level may also be checked by connecting the multimeter probes directly to the CH1a (-)
and the CH1b (+) pins of the test terminal and following steps 6 through 12 of the procedure
below.

Reference Figure 4-18, Test Module Usage

1 Remove the maintenance cover located on the right side of the printer.
2 Connect the test module to the terminal located to the left of the potentiometers.
3 Turn test module dial to position 4.
4 Connect the positive (+) probe of the multimeter to pin SIG on the test module.
5 Connect the negative (-) probe of the multimeter to GRD on the test module.
6 Ensure the multimeter is set for DC reading.
7 Turn the VR3 potentiometer fully clockwise.
8 Press and hold the [9] key while switching on the printer to enter the Service Mode.
9 Place a label without the eye-mark part in position to be read by the sensor and note the

multimeter reading.

10 Replace the label without the eye-mark with one that has the eye-mark and note the

multimeter reading.

11 Subtract the previous multimeter reading from the last reading. The difference should be

greater than 0.9V.
12 Set the difference to the maximum.
13 Disconnect the test module, load printer with media, and test print labels.

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Unit 4: Operation

DISPENSER SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

The dispenser sensor is comprised of two parts; the transmitter and the reciever. The
transmission and reception of the dispenser sensor may be electrically adjusted through a
potentiometer integrated into the main circuit board. This potentiometer is externally accessible,
thusly dismantling of the printer is not required.

For proper performance, the sensor must have both a low-level and a high-level voltage reading.
The low-level voltage must not be greater than 0.4V and the high-level voltage must not be less
than 2.0V. If the following procedure cannot achieve the required voltage, replace the two
components in accordance with their relative procedures located within the Replacement
Procedures unit of this manual. If all else fails, the main circuit board will have to be replaced.

This adjustment procedure will require the use of a multimeter and the SATO Test Module. The
voltage level may also be checked by connecting the multimeter probes directly to the CH1a (-)
and the CH2b (+) pins of the test terminal and following steps 6 through 12 of the procedure
below.

Reference Figure 4-18, Test Module Usage

1 Remove the maintenance cover located on the right side of the printer.
2 Connect the test module to the terminal located to the left of the potentiometers.
3 Turn test module dial to position 4.
4 Connect the positive (+) probe of the multimeter to pin SIG on the test module.
5 Connect the negative (-) probe of the multimeter to GRD on the test module.
6 Ensure the multimeter is set for DC reading.
7 Turn the VR4 potentiometer fully clockwise.
8 Press and hold the [9] key while switching on the printer to enter the Service Mode.
9 Place a label without the eye-mark part in position to be read by the sensor and note the

multimeter reading.

10 Replace the label without the eye-mark with one that has the eye-mark and note the

multimeter reading.

11 Subtract the previous multimeter reading from the last reading. The difference should be

greater than 0.9V.
12 Set the difference to the maximum.
13 Disconnect the test module, load printer with media, and test print labels.

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Unit 4: Operation

PITCH ADJUSTMENT

The pitch setting determines the print postion on the label in relation to the eye-mark reference.
The eye-mark sends a signal indicating the end of the prior label and the pitch adjustment is
based on the linear distance of feed from the time the signal was transmitted.

Reference Figure 4-18, Test Module Usage

1 Ensure the printer is turned off.
2 Remove the maintnenace cover located on the right isde of the printer.
3 Connect the test module located to the left side of the printers.
4 Turn test module dial to position 4.
4 Connect the positive (+) probe of the multimeter to pin SIG on the test module.
5 Connect the negative (-) probe of the multimeter to GRD on the test module.
6 Ensure the multimeter is set for DC reading.
7 Turn the VR2 potentiometer to the 12 o’clock position.
8 Press and hold the [9] key while switching on the printer to enter the Service Mode.

9 At the TEST PRINT screen, press ENTR to proceed to the test print options.
10 Use the arrow keys to select the NORMAL option. Press ENTR.
11 Input the correct pitch and width of the label and press ENTR to test print.
12 Press the S/S key to start and stop printing as necessary.
13 Turn the VR2 potentiometer as required to obtain the correct adjustment.

Figure 4-18, Test Module Usage

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Unit 4: Operation

DISPENSE STOP POSITION

The dispense stop postion determines how far a printed label is fed for dispense. The following
procedure provides guidance on this adjustment.

Load printer with media.

Remove maintenance cover.

Set VR1 potentiometer to 12 o’clock postion.

Turn printer on.

FORMAT No.
[ 0 0 ]
HT200e

Press ENTR twice.

PRINT
NORMAL DEMAND

Press to scroll.
Select DEMAND for the
dispenser mode.
Press ENTR.

REAL TIME PRINT
ON OFF

Press to scroll.
Select the OFF option.
Press ENTR.

PRE-EDITED PRINT
ON OFF

Press to scroll.

Select the OFF option.

Press ENTR repeatedly until the

following screen appears.

FORMAT No.
[ 0 0 ]
HT200e

Enter 01.

Press the [8] key seven times to set the barcode format. Press ENTR.

Press the [8] key three times to set the code format. Press ENTR.

Press the [8] key six times to set values for printing. Press ENTR.

Turn the VR1 potentiometer each time a label prints until the proper

Press ENTR.

Printing

commences.

adjustment is achieved.

Figure 4-19, Dispense Stop Adjustment

LCD BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT

The brightness of the LCD panel may be adjusted through a potentiometer integrated into the
bottom side of the main circuit board. To access the VR5 potentiometer, remove the battery
cover located on the bottom of the printer chassis. Adjust the potentiometer to the desired result
and replace the cover.

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Unit 4: Operation

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TROUBLESHOOTING

• LCD Error Signals

• Troubleshooting Table

• Troubleshooting Procedures

• Test Module Usage

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

LCD ERROR SIGNALS

ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

MEDIA PITCH ERROR Did not detect label edge. No paper.

Improperly loaded paper.
Sensor adjustment.

COVER OPEN Top cover not latched. Latch cover.

Replace sensor.

CHARGE PWR PACK Main battery low. Charge battery.

Replace battery pack.

PRINT BATT LOW Memory battery low. Backup data and replace pcb battery.

CHNG PRINT BATT Memory battery dead. Replace battery (data may be lost).

NO CARD SET PCMCIA Card not detected. Insert card.

PLS CLEAR CARD Data found on card. Clear the card while in the data

maintenance mode.

CARD BATT LOW PCMCIA Card battery is low. Backup data and replace battery.

CHNG CARD BATT PCMCIA Card battery is dead. Replace battery (data may be lost).

WRITE PROTECT ON Cannot write to PCMCIA Card. Ensure card is write protected.

CONFIRM CLEAR TYPE Improper clear procedure. Clear again.

BLANK FORMAT Unregistered format number. Ensure the format is registered in printer.

DATA ERR Entered data exceeds limits. Re-enter correct data.

NO UPLOAD DATA No data to upload. Re-enter correct check digit.

INTERFACE ERR RS232C error. Confirm host & printer RS232C settings.

HEAD ERR Error in head detected. Power off, clean head, reapply power.

HEAD OVERHEATED Overheated head. Switch printer off and allow to cool.

PRINTER H/W ERR Problem in printer hardware. Power off and then back on.

PRESET NO ERR Invalid preset number. Check the preset number and re-enter.

PRESET FULL Preset data at max capacity. Clear unused preset data.

NO DUMP ERR Cannot dump presets. Preset data not registered.

BLANK PRESET NO Preset number is not registered. Check preset number and re-enter.

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

IMAGE VOIDS

Poor label quality. Use high quality label stock.

Damaged print head. Replace print head.

Damaged platen. Replace platen.

LIGHT PRINT IMAGE

Poor label quality. Use high quality direct thermal label stock.

Low print head energy/darkness. Adjust darkness level.

Foriegn material on print head. Clean print head and platen roller.

Poor head alignment. Align print head as required.

Excessive print speed. Reduce print speed setting.

SMEARED PRINT IMAGE

Poor label quality. Use high quality direct thermal label stock.

Foreign material on print head and platen
roller.

Foreign material on labels. Use high quality label stock.

Excessive print head energy. Adjust darkness control.

Excessive print speed. Adjust speed as required.

Clean print head and platen roller.

FUZZY PRINT IMAGE

Heat too high. Adjust as required.

NO LABEL MOVEMENT

Loose or broken platen drive gears. Adjust or replace platen drive gears as required.

Incorrect label pitch sensor selected. Select the correct label sensor type.

NO PRINTED IMAGE

Print head is disconnected. Ensure that print head wiring harness is connected on each

end.

Low voltage output. Test power supply voltage and replace as necessary.

Damaged print head. Replace print head.

Damaged electronics. Replace circuit board.

WILL NOT GO ON-LINE

Defective power supply cord. Ensure proper function or replace.

House power supply discontinued. Test receptacle.

Battery pack power depleted. Recharge or replace.

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES

RS232 SERIAL INTERFACE TROUBLESHOOTING

• Ensure the serial cable is thoroughly connected to the PC and the printer.

CAUTION: NEVER CONNECT OR DISCONNECT INTERFACE CABLES
(OR USE A SWITCH BOX) WITH POWER APPLIED TO EITHER THE
PRINTER OR THE HOST. THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTER­FACE CIRCUITRY AND IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.

• Ensure the serial cable is not defective and that it is manufactured to specifications.

• Ensure the RS232 Interface Module is properly installed.

• Ensure the data stream is correct (all letters of command codes are in upper case and
without spaces).

• Ensure the Baud Rate, Parity, Data Bits, and Stop Bits are consistent with that of computer.
Print a Configuration Test Label to determine the RS232 settings.

• Ensure the printer is recieving from the computer using the Hex Dump Mode. Refer to that
procedure for instructions. The printer will print (only once) a hexadecimal dump of everything
it has received from the host computer. Each hexadecimal character represents a character
the printer received. Analyze and troubleshoot the data stream.

NOTE: A small label may produce a large amount of data when printed in
Hex Dump.

While checking the hex dump printout, look for OD

h OAh (carriage return and line feed)

characters throughout. The command string should be continuous. CR or LF characters are
not allowed between the start command (<ESC>A) and the stop command (<ESC>Z). If
Basic is being used, it may be adding these characters automatically as the line wraps.
Adding a width statement to your program can help suppress these extra OD

H OAH

characters by expanding the line length up to 255 characters.

If not programming in BASIC, check to see if the equivalent statement in language exists to
suppress extra carriage returns and line feeds from data being sent to the printer. The data
stream must be one complete line going to the printer.

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

HEX DUMP PRINTING

The contents of the Print Buffer can be examined using the Hex Dump mode. In the left column,
each line of data received is numbered. The center column provides the data in hexadecimal
format. And in the right column, the same data is provided in the ASC II format. Follow the flow
chart provided below to perform this activity.

POWER

FORMAT NO.

[ . . ]

HT200e

71

[HEX DUMP MODE]

Prints Label

Power = Off

Figure 5-1, Hex Dump Mode

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

ASCII DUMP MODE

The ASCII Dump Mode prints all recieved data in ASCII format. The flow chart below provides
guidance.

POWER

FORMAT NO.

[ . . ]

HT200e

72

[ASC DUMP MODE]

Prints Label

Power = Off

Figure 5-2, ASCII Dump Mode

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

CHECK ONLINE CONNECTION

With the printer off, connect

host and printer with

RS232C interface.

Then turn printer on.

FORMAT No.
[ 00 ]
HT200e

Enter 70.

FORMAT No.
[ 70 ]
HT200e

Send test print from host.

[ ONLINE MODE ]

Printing?
Yes / No

Ensure interface

settings are correct.

Turn printer off.

3 + Power On

Press ENTR until

interface screen

appears.

I / F SETTING
4800BPS 9600BPS
19200BPS

Press
to scroll options.
Press ENTR.

DATA BIT SETTING
7bits 8bits

Press
to scroll options.
Press ENTR.

Power = Off

Figure 5-3, Check Online Connection

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

CHECK SCANNER OPERATION

Connect scanner to printer.

Turn printer on.

FORMAT No.
[ 00 ]
HT200e

Enter 20.

FORMAT No.
[ 20 ]
HT200e

Press ENTR.

Scanning

begins. The

following screen

confirms scanner is

operational.

[ BARCODE ] *

. . . . . . . . . . . . C

Figure 5-4, Check Scanner Operation

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

TEST MODULE USAGE

The SATO TP Test Module is a purchase option specially designed and sold by SATO America
to assist in troubleshooting SATO Printers. The use of this device will facilitate the identification
and isolation of problem circuitry and for voltage adjustment.

1 Connect the harness from Test Module (FIgure 10-3) to the test connector.

2 Connect the multimeter ground probe to the pin identified as GND on the Test Module.

3 Connect the multimeter positive probe to the pin identified as SIG on the Test Module.

NOTE: The ground and positive probes of the multimeter may also be con­nected to the Test Module by inserting the probes into their respective con­nection ports (6) arranged vertically along the right front side of the Test
Module. If this method is used, the dial should be set at (0) zero. Refer to Fig­ure 6-2 for connection port identification.

4 Turn on the printer and rotate the Test Module dial to the required position.

NOTE: Refer to Figure 6-2 for the correct Test Module position.

5 Record the multimeter values and confirm they are within specified tolerences.

NOTE: Voltage readings must be +/- 10% of specification for proper
operation.

6 Troubleshoot and/or replace components as directed in their respective procedures.

Figure 5-5, Test Module Usage

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Unit 5: Troubleshooting

TEST MODULE DIAL

MODULE DIAL PIN ASSIGNMENT SPECIFICATION APPLICATION

0 3A / 1A +4.8V to +5.3V +5.0V Power Supply

1 4A / 1A +3.1V to +3.5V +2.0V Power Supply

2 5A / 1A +1.9V to 2.1V +3.3V Power Supply

3 6A / 1A +8.2V to +8.7V +24.0V Power Supply

4 Eye-Mark Sensor

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MAINTENANCE

• Cleaning Procedures

• Replacement Procedures

• Adjustment Procedures

• Service Modes

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Unit 6: Maintenance

CLEANING PROCEDURES

Cleaning of the printer is a necessary maintenance activity to ensure print quality and long printer
life. There are two basic types of cleaning involved; the removal of loose debris and the removal
of residue.

Use a soft cloth and/or a pneumatic blower (pressurized air) to remove debris from the printer.
This process should be performed prior to the removal of residue. To remove residue, apply
SATO Solvent or isopropyl alcohol to a clean cotton swab and gently wipe the entire surface of
the print head, platen roller, and dispenser roller until clean.

It is recommended that the printer be cleaned after the printing of every two rolls of labels.

WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY TO THE PRINTER AND
ALLOW TO COOL TO ROOM TEMPERATURE PRIOR TO CLEANING.

WARNING: EXCERSIZE CARE WHEN CLEANING TO PREVENT
PERSONAL INJURY. THE TEAR BAR HAS A VERY SHARP EDGE.

CAUTION: IF USING A PNEUMATIC BLOWER TO REMOVE DEBRIS

FROM THE PRINTER, EXCERSIZE CARE TO PREVENT PRINT HEAD
DAMAGE.

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Unit 6: Maintenance

REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

The printer contains replaceable components and sub-assemblies that are subject to wear or
damage. This section provides step-by-step instructions for the removal and replacement of
those primary components and sub-assemblies approved for operator performance.

PRINT HEAD REPLACEMENT

If the print head becomes damaged or worn, it can be easily removed and replaced without
having to make critical adjustments. Before replacing the print head, check the head counter
values by printing a test pattern. Refer to the Troubleshooting unit for Diagnostic Label Printing
guidance.

1 Switch off the printer and disconnect the power supply.

2 Open the top housing cover to access print head (1, Figure 6-1).

3 Remove two screws (2) securing print head mounting plate (3) to top frame assembly (4).

4 Disconnect the print head wiring harness from print head (1).

5 Remove two screws (5) securing print head (1) to mounting plate (3).

6 Lift away damaged print head (1) and install replacement print head (1) in its place.

7 Secure replacement print head (1) to mounting plate (3) using two screws (5).

8 Connect the print head wiring harness to print head (1).

9 Secure mounting plate (3) to top frame assembly (4) using two screws (2).

10 Load printer with media, restore power, and test print.

5

4

1

3

2

Figure 6-1, Print Head Replacement

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Unit 6: Maintenance

POWER SWITCH REPLACEMENT

The power switch is located on the front of the printer to the left of the dispenser. The power
switch is of a simple on/off variety that completes the circuit when in the “on” position and breaks
the circuit when “off”. When in the “on” position, electrical current is allowed to flow from the
source to the main circuit board where it is regulated and dispensed.

The switch is compression fitted in the printer chassis and may be detached without the removal
of attaching hardware. To replace the power switch, simply pry the switch from the printer
chassis, mark each of the three leads connected to its terminals located in the rear, and then
disconnect them. Connect the leads to the replacement switch oriented as was removed and
then insert it into the printer chassis.

MEMORY BACKUP BATTERY REPLACEMENT

To remove the memory backup battery, simply remove the battery cover located on the bottom of
the printer chassis. Manually move the battery to the center of its holder and lift outward on the
free end.

To install a replacement battery, insert one end of the battery into its holder first, then work the
rest of the battery into the holder while centering the battery.

NOTE: A properly installed battery will be oriented so the writing on the larger
flat surface will face outward.

WARNING: AN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED BATTERY MAY EXPLODE
CAUSING MECHANICAL AND PERSONAL INJURY. ONLY REPLACE
THE SUPPLIED BATTERY WITH ONE OF EQUIVALENT
SPECIFICATIONS. REFER TO THE TECHNICAL DATA UNIT OF THIS
MANUAL OR THE PARTS LIST FOR SPECIFICATIONS.

CAUTION: DISPOSE OF ALL UNUSED BATTERIES IN ACCORDANCE

WITH FEDERAL AND MUNICIPAL REGULATIONS FOR THAT REGION.

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Unit 6: Maintenance

ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

This printer incorporates a series of sub-assemblies that, in conjunction, comprise the total
printer assembly. Many of these sub-assemblies are designed to be adjustable to maintain
optimum performance of the printer throughout its life. This chapter of the Operator Manual
addresses the proper technique for their adjustment.

It may be necessary to refer to this chapter following component replacement. Use the relative
procedure in that chapter to replace the component, test cycle the printer, and then adjust as
necessary in accordance to the relative procedures in this chapter.

PRINT HEAD ALIGNMENT

The print head may require alignment following its replacement. Poor alignment of the print head
with the platen roller will result in print that will drift from one side toward the opposite side. To
achieve print that is perpendicular with the media, slightly loosen the two screws securing the
print head mounting bracket to the top frame assembly and alter the position of the print head
until it appears to perfectly aligned with the upper perimeter of the top frame assembly. Retighten
the two screws with the print head held in that position, then test print labels to ensure a proper
alignment.

Print Head

Screw x2

Figure 6-2, Print Head Alignment

PRINT HEAD BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

Many printer models and makes require print head balance adjustment, this one does not. This
printer is designed to be self balancing through the utilization of dual torsion springs mounted in
the top frame assembly behind the print head. When the top housing cover is latched in the
closed position, pressure is applied to the print head against the platen roller. The two springs
enable the print head to flex ensuring full contact of the two components across their entire
length.

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Unit 6: Maintenance

BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

The printer has two timing belts that may require adjustment. The belt configuration transfers the
timing sequence from the drive motor to the platen roller. If the timing belts become loose
enough, media feeding will become erratic affecting print location from label to label. A properly
tensioned belt will be tight enough to prevent slippage, but loose enough to avoid undue lateral
pressure on the motor spindle and the platen roller shaft. Excessively tightened belts will result in
accelerated component wear due to drag and friction.

The methodogy of adjustment is determinant on which belt, or whether both, requires
adjustment.

Both Belts Loosen the idle gear mounting screw and move the gear

upward or downward as required for proper tension and then
retighten the screw. The gear may be adjusted by applying
vertical pressure on the mounting screw.

Platen Belt Loosen the idle gear mounting screw and move the gear

upward or downward as required for proper tension of the
platen belt and then retighten the screw. The gear may be
adjusted by applying vertical pressure on the mounting screw.

Loosen the motor mount screws and adjust the motor as
required to regain proper tension on that belt from the mal­adjustment created by the adjustment of the platen belt. The
motor may be adjusted by applying lateral pressure on its
mounting screws.

Motor Belt Loosen the two motor mount screws and adjust the motor’s

position until proper tension is achieved, then retighten the
motor mount screws. The motor may be adjusted by applying
lateral pressure on its mounting screws.

If timing belt adjustment does not remedy the problem or if the belts have been adjusted to their
maximum length machanically allowed, the belts will require replacement. Refer to those relative
procedures located in the Replacement Procedures unit of this manual.

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Unit 6: Maintenance

EYE-MARK SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

The penetrating sensitivity of the eye-mark sensor may be electrically adjusted through a
potentiometer integrated into the main circuit board. This potentiometer is externally accessible,
thusly dismantling of the printer is not required.

For proper performance, the sensor must have a voltage reading greater than 0.9V. If the
following procedure cannot achieve the required voltage, replace the memory backup battery in
accordance with its relative procedure located within the Replacement Procedures unit of this
manual. Also clean the sensor window located on the base frame assembly and the sensor’s
eye. If all else fails, the main circuit board will have to be replaced.

This adjustment procedure will require the use of a multimeter and the SATO Test Module. The
voltage level may also be checked by connecting the multimeter probes directly to the CH1a (-)
and the CH1b (+) pins of the test terminal and following steps 6 through 12 of the procedure
below.

Reference Figure 6-3, Test Module Usage

1 Remove the maintenance cover located on the right side of the printer.

2 Connect the test module to the terminal located to the left of the potentiometers.

3 Turn test module dial to position 4.

4 Connect the positive (+) probe of the multimeter to pin SIG on the test module.

5 Connect the negative (-) probe of the multimeter to GRD on the test module.

6 Ensure the multimeter is set for DC reading.

7 Turn the VR3 potentiometer fully clockwise.

8 Press and hold the [9] key while switching on the printer to enter the Service Mode.

9 Place a label without the eye-mark part in position to be read by the sensor and note the

multimeter reading.

10 Replace the label without the eye-mark with one that has the eye-mark and note the

multimeter reading.

11 Subtract the previous multimeter reading from the last reading. The difference should be

greater than 0.9V.

12 Set the difference to the maximum.

13 Disconnect the test module, load printer with media, and test print labels.

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Unit 6: Maintenance

DISPENSER SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

The dispenser sensor is comprised of two parts; the transmitter and the reciever. The
transmission and reception of the dispenser sensor may be electrically adjusted through a
potentiometer integrated into the main circuit board. This potentiometer is externally accessible,
thusly dismantling of the printer is not required.

For proper performance, the sensor must have both a low-level and a high-level voltage reading.
The low-level voltage must not be greater than 0.4V and the high-level voltage must not be less
than 2.0V. If the following procedure cannot achieve the required voltage, replace the two
components in accordance with their relative procedures located within the Replacement
Procedures unit of this manual. If all else fails, the main circuit board will have to be replaced.

This adjustment procedure will require the use of a multimeter and the SATO Test Module. The
voltage level may also be checked by connecting the multimeter probes directly to the CH1a (-)
and the CH2b (+) pins of the test terminal and following steps 6 through 12 of the procedure
below.

Reference Figure 6-3, Test Module Usage

1 Remove the maintenance cover located on the right side of the printer.

2 Connect the test module to the terminal located to the left of the potentiometers.

3 Turn test module dial to position 4.

4 Connect the positive (+) probe of the multimeter to pin SIG on the test module.

5 Connect the negative (-) probe of the multimeter to GRD on the test module.

6 Ensure the multimeter is set for DC reading.

7 Turn the VR4 potentiometer fully clockwise.

8 Press and hold the [9] key while switching on the printer to enter the Service Mode.

9 Place a label without the eye-mark part in position to be read by the sensor and note the

multimeter reading.

10 Replace the label without the eye-mark with one that has the eye-mark and note the

multimeter reading.

11 Subtract the previous multimeter reading from the last reading. The difference should be

greater than 0.9V.

12 Set the difference to the maximum.

13 Disconnect the test module, load printer with media, and test print labels.

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Unit 6: Maintenance

PITCH ADJUSTMENT

The pitch setting determines the print postion on the label in relation to the eye-mark reference.
The eye-mark sends a signal indicating the end of the prior label and the pitch adjustment is
based on the linear distance of feed from the time the signal was transmitted.

Reference Figure 6-3, Test Module Usage

1 Ensure the printer is turned off.

2 Remove the maintnenace cover located on the right isde of the printer.

3 Connect the test module located to the left side of the printers.

4 Turn test module dial to position 4.

4 Connect the positive (+) probe of the multimeter to pin SIG on the test module.

5 Connect the negative (-) probe of the multimeter to GRD on the test module.

6 Ensure the multimeter is set for DC reading.

7 Turn the VR2 potentiometer to the 12 o’clock position.

8 Press and hold the [9] key while switching on the printer to enter the Service Mode.

9 At the TEST PRINT screen, press ENTR to proceed to the test print options.

10 Use the arrow keys to select the NORMAL option. Press ENTR.

11 Input the correct pitch and width of the label and press ENTR to test print.

12 Press the S/S key to start and stop printing as necessary.

13 Turn the VR2 potentiometer as required to obtain the correct adjustment.

Figure 6-3, Test Module Usage

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Unit 6: Maintenance

DISPENSE STOP POSITION

The dispense stop postion determines how far a printed label is fed for dispense. The following
procedure provides guidance on this adjustment.

Load printer with media.

Remove maintenance cover.

Set VR1 potentiometer to 12 o’clock postion.

Turn printer on.

FORMAT No.
[ 0 0 ]
HT200e

Press ENTR twice.

PRINT
NORMAL DEMAND

Press to scroll.
Select DEMAND for the
dispenser mode.
Press ENTR.

REAL TIME PRINT
ON OFF

Press to scroll.
Select the OFF option.
Press ENTR.

PRE-EDITED PRINT
ON OFF

Press to scroll.

Select the OFF option.

Press ENTR repeatedly until the

following screen appears.

FORMAT No.
[ 0 0 ]
HT200e

Enter 01.

Press the [8] key seven times to set the barcode format. Press ENTR.

Press the [8] key three times to set the code format. Press ENTR.

Press the [8] key six times to set values for printing. Press ENTR.

Turn the VR1 potentiometer each time a label pri nts until the proper

Press ENTR.

Printing

commences.

adjustment is achieved.

Figure 6-4, Dispense Stop Adjustment

LCD BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT

The brightness of the LCD panel may be adjusted through a potentiometer integrated into the
bottom side of the main circuit board. To access the VR5 potentiometer, remove the battery
cover located on the bottom of the printer chassis. Adjust the potentiometer to the desired result
and replace the cover.

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Unit 6: Maintenance

SERVICE MODES

9 + POWER

TEST PRINT

LABEL TYPE
NORMAL OPTION

Press
To scroll options.
Press ENTR

LABEL SIZE
P[000] W[00]mm

Enter the label

size. Press

ENTR

TEST PRINTING

A

single label

prints.

Print Again?

Yes / No

Press

S/S

Press

PG UP

Press

ENTR

Ram backup

(full/empty)

Press
To scroll options.

Press
To go back.

Displays

battery

voltage.

battery

capacity.

Press

Press

ENTR

Press

ENTR

Displays

Card Backup

Battery status

(full/empty)

Displays

the current

software

version.

BATTERY CHECK

Press Press

To go back.

RAM BACK BATTERY

Press Press

To go back.

CARD BATTERY

Press Press

To go back.

ROM Ver.
1W 0000

Press Press

To go back.

Press
To go back.

Press

CALENDAR CHECK
ON OFF

Press

ENTR

CALENDAR CHECK

Figure 6-5, Service Mode

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Unit 6: Maintenance

HEX DUMP MODE

The contents of the print buffer and the data received before it is placed into the print buffer may
be examined through the use of the Hex Dump Mode. Each line of the printed data is inumerated
in the first column, the second column contains the data in hexadecimal format, and the right
column contains the same data in ASCII format.

POWER

FORMAT NO.

[ . . ]

HT200e

71

[HEX DUMP MODE]

Prints Label

Power = Off

Figure 6-6, Hex Dump Mode

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Unit 6: Maintenance

ASCII DUMP MODE

Allows printing of data in the ASCII format.

[ . . ]

POWER

FORMAT NO.

HT200e

72

[ASC DUMP MODE]

Prints Label

Power = Off

Figure 6-7, ASCII Dump Mode

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Unit 6: Maintenance

PRINT HEAD & LIFE COUNTER CLEAR

Permits the print head and/or life counter to be cleared. This is typically performed following
component replacement or major service.

1 + DEL + POWER

COUNTER CLEAR?
LIFE HEAD

Press
to scroll options.

Press

ENTR

Successful

clear.

FORMAT NO.
[ . . ]
HT200e

Clear?

Yes / No

PASSWORD
[ . . . ]

Enter 310
and press

ENTR

Press

ENTR

Unsuccessful

clear.

FORMAT NO.
[ . . ]
HT200e

POWER = Off

Figure 6-8, Print Head & Life Counter Clear

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Unit 6: Maintenance

TEST PRINT MODE

This mode allows the operator or service technician to print test labels for troubleshooting and for
verification of configuration settings.

9 + POWER

TEST PRINT

Press

ENTR

LABEL TYPE
NORMAL OPTION

Press
to scroll options.
Press ENTR.

LABEL SIZE
P[ 000 ] W[ 00 ]mm

Input label

size data.

Press ENTR

LABEL SIZE
P[ 000 ] W[ 00 ]mm

A

single label

is printed.

Figure 6-9, Test Print Mode

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Unit 6: Maintenance

SRAM CLEAR MODE

Permits SRAM contents to be cleared.

6 + POWER

MEMORY CLEAR?
YES / NO

Press
to scroll options.

Press

ENTR

Clear?

Yes / No

PASSWORD
[ . . . ]

Enter 310
and press

ENTR

SRAM is

cleared.

FORMAT NO.
[ . . ]
HT200e

POWER = Off

Press

ENTR

Figure 6-10, SRAM Clear Mode

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