Sony UP-CR20L User Manual

4-116-212-13 (1)

Digital Photo Printer

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

UP-CR20L

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record these number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ____________________ Serial No. ____________________

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

To disconnect the main power, unplug the AC IN connector.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This digital photo printer is classified as CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Warning on power connection

Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call; Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-2227669 or http://www.sony.com/

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name : SONY Model : UP-CR20L Responsible Party :Sony Electronics Inc. Address : 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,

CA 92127 U.S.A.

Telephone Number: 858-942-2230

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For the customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

For the customers in Europe

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 17-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

For kundene i Norge

Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT-strømfordelingssystem.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

Chapter 1 Outline

What This Product Can Do .............................................................8

Applications for This Printer ..........................................................9

Print Services.................................................................................10

Information Updates......................................................................10

Supported Media and File Formats..............................................11

Chapter 2 Preparations

Supplied Accessories ...................................................................12

Controls and Functions ................................................................13

Installation......................................................................................15

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon.......................................17

Replacing the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon ...................................25

Front .................................................................................................... 13

Rear ..................................................................................................... 14

Connecting the Power Cord ................................................................ 15

Adjusting the Display Angle ............................................................... 15

Startup and Shutdown ......................................................................... 16

Handling the paper roll and ink ribbon ............................................... 17

Before Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon .................................. 17

Unlocking the Ribbon Door ................................................................ 18

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon.............................................. 18

Attaching the Scrap Receptacle........................................................... 22

Attaching the Output Tray................................................................... 22

Attaching the Output Cover ................................................................ 24

Checking the Remaining Ink Ribbon .................................................. 24

Unlocking the Ribbon Door ................................................................ 25

Removing the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon........................................... 26

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon.............................................. 27

If the Ink Ribbon Breaks during Use................................................... 27

Chapter 3 Setup

Table of Contents

Displaying the Administration Screen.........................................29

About Operation Modes ................................................................30

Flow of Operations in Each Mode ...................................................... 31

Basic Settings Used in All Operation Modes..............................32

Selecting the Language ....................................................................... 32

Setting the Time .................................................................................. 33

Setting the Administrator Password .................................................... 33

Selecting the Operation Mode............................................................. 33

Settings in Full Mode and Quick Print Mode...............................34

Setting Prices....................................................................................... 34

Setting the Passwords.......................................................................... 36

Chapter 4 Advanced Settings

Band Pricing...................................................................................37

Setting the Maximum Number of Prints ......................................38

Using Budget Codes .....................................................................39

Setting Cut Mode ...........................................................................40

Watermarking Order Numbers or File Names on Prints ............41

Using Expansion CompactFlash Cards.......................................41

Functions That Require an Expansion CompactFlash Card................ 41

Directory Structure for Expansion CompactFlash Folders ................. 41

Installing a CompactFlash Card in the Unit ........................................ 42

Checking the Remaining Capacity on the Expansion CompactFlash

Card............................................................................................ 42

Copying Data from the Supplied CD-ROM........................................ 42

Copying User Created Data................................................................. 43

Deleting All Data on the Expansion CompactFlash Card................... 43

Setting Promotional Images ................................................................ 43

Adding Borders ................................................................................... 44

Adding Text to Images ........................................................................ 44

Printing with Watermarks (Watermark Lamination) ...................46

Creating Watermark Designs .............................................................. 46

Copying Image Data onto the Expansion CompactFlash Card........... 46

Printing with Watermarks ................................................................... 46

Setting Image Preload...................................................................47

Entering Passwords Using Memory Cards (Remote Password

Input) ........................................................................................47

Preparing for Printing Using Bluetooth® Communication.........48

Requirements for Bluetooth Communication...................................... 48

System Settings.............................................................................48

Beep Setting ........................................................................................ 48

Options while Using Commercially Available Wireless Devices....... 48

Chapter 5 Maintenance

Cleaning..........................................................................................50

Cleaning the Interior............................................................................ 50

Cleaning the Ventilation Filter............................................................ 52

Cleaning the Cabinet ........................................................................... 53

Cleaning the Display ........................................................................... 53

Table of Contents

Chapter 6 Operation

Setting the Printer Image Quality.................................................53

Adjusting the Printer Image Quality ................................................... 53

Adjusting the Gray Balance ................................................................ 53

Setting the Image Quality for an Expansion Printer............................ 54

Displaying Logs .............................................................................54

Displaying the Print Log ..................................................................... 54

Displaying the Sales Log..................................................................... 55

Displaying the System Log ................................................................. 55

Adjusting the Touch Panel ...........................................................56

Restoring the Factory Settings ....................................................56

Starting Operation .........................................................................57

Selecting and Printing Images .....................................................59

Using Border Print.........................................................................60

Using Split Image Print .................................................................61

Using Index Print ...........................................................................62

Printing All Images ........................................................................63

Confirming and Printing the Order ..............................................63

Canceling Print Operations ..........................................................64

Image Editing .................................................................................65

Specifying the Layout (Crop and Rotate)............................................ 65

Inputting Text ...................................................................................... 66

Adjusting the Image Quality ............................................................... 67

Printing in Sepia or Black and White.................................................. 67

Compensating for the Red Eye Effect................................................. 67

Selecting the Print Finish..............................................................68

Printing from Bluetooth-compatible Devices..............................69

Printing from DPOF Settings ........................................................70

Printing with Expansion Printers .................................................71

Connecting the Expansion Printer to the Unit..................................... 71

Confirming Information Related to the Expansion Printer ................. 71

Printing from the Expansion Printer.................................................... 71

Adjusting the Image Quality for the Expansion Printer ...................... 72

Printing From a Computer ............................................................72

Installing the Printer Driver................................................................. 72

Computer Connection Setting ............................................................. 72

Connecting to a Computer................................................................... 73

Appendix

Table of Contents

Precautions ....................................................................................74

Memory Cards................................................................................75

Notes on Using “Memory Stick”......................................................... 75

Notes on Using Other Types of Memory Cards.................................. 76

Notes on USB Memory ....................................................................... 77

Notes on CDs and DVDs..................................................................... 77

Troubleshooting ............................................................................78

Ink Ribbon and Paper....................................................................79

Specifications ................................................................................80

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Outline

Outline

What This Product Can Do

This unit reads image data stored on a memory card, CD, or DVD and allows quick and easy printing of photos taken with a digital camera or other device. The product has the following features.

Versatile print services

Besides regular photo printout, the unit can produce split image prints, prints with borders, and index prints. It also allows the user to edit images before printing with functions such as trimming and color adjustment. Order numbers and file names can be printed as a watermark, making print sorting easy.

Selectable operation modes

To fit the specific purpose for which the unit is used, Full mode, Quick Print mode, and Event mode can be selected.

Support for a wide range of memory cards and CD/DVD support

All major memory card formats used in digital cameras are supported: “Memory Stick,” xD-Picture Card, SD Card, MultiMediaCard, CompactFlash card, and Microdrive. The unit also supports USB memory, CDs and DVDs created using a computer.

High-speed high-quality printing

Using a newly developed print engine that features a dyesublimation thermal transfer technology, it is possible to print images of lasting beauty at high speed.

Easy operation by touch panel

A 10.4-inch touch panel display is used, allowing for easy operation with just a touch of the screen.

Chapter

Customizable with original data

By inserting a memory card (expansion CompactFlash card) carrying promotional images and border data into the expansion slot, screen savers can be displayed and photos can be combined with borders for printing. images can be used for the advertisement and border data.

1) A commercially available CompactFlash card or Microdrive is required.

Printing from wireless devices

Using an optional Bluetooth USB adaptor1), you can wirelessly send images from Bluetooth-compatible devices such as mobile phones and print. The versatile print services available when printing from a memory card are also available when sending images via Bluetooth communication. Using an optional wireless adapter from a digital camera with wireless functions and print the images without touching the unit. An expansion CompactFlash card is necessary to use this function.

1) For more on compatible Bluetooth USB adaptors, see “Optional accessories” on page 81 of “Specifications.” The adaptor may not be commercially available depending on your country or region. Consult your local Sony dealer.

2) A Silex Technologies SX-WSG1 is required. This device may not be commercially available depending on your country or region. Consult your local Sony dealer. For information on supported digital cameras and further details on this unit, please visit the UP-CR20L support page at http://www.sony.net/ snaplab.

Printing watermarks for logos and text

By storing logos, text, and other custom designs on an expansion CompactFlash card and installing the card, you can print the designs onto photos as watermarks (watermark lamination).

Printer expansions

You can connect an additional printer to the USB ports on the unit. size different from the unit to increase the number of print

You can load an expansion printer with a paper

Original

, you can send images

What This Product Can Do

sizes that are available, or load the same paper size to enable the expansion printer to continue printing automatically when the unit runs out of paper.

1) For information on supported printers and further details, please visit the UP-CR20L support page at http://www.sony.net/snaplab.

Printing from computers

By connecting the unit to a computer using a commercially available USB cable, data sent from the computer can be printed on the unit.

1) The supplied printer driver must be installed on the computer before connecting it to the unit. For the latest information on the printer driver, please visit the UP-CR20L support page at http://www.sony.net/snaplab.

Compact, integrated body

The display and printer are housed in a single enclosure which does not take up much space and easily fits on a shop counter or similar. In addition, the screen angle can be adjusted to four different settings to fit operation conditions.

Applications for This Printer

Chapter 1 Outline

This printer can be used for any of the following applications. The appropriate operation mode can be selected according to the intended application.

• Self-service photo kiosk in a store Customers can bring media containing data for photos taken with a digital camera to the store and use this unit themselves to print their photos. Both Full mode and Quick Print mode are designed for this type of application. Full mode provides customers with a wide variety of options, while Quick Print mode allows customers to print their photos quickly and easily. As customers must pay for the photos they have selected for printing in this application, the unit can be set to require store staff to confirm the order and input a password before the photos can be printed.

• Photo printing at events such as parties or weddings This unit can be used for onsite printing of photos at events. Both guests and staff can operate the unit to print photos free of charge. Event mode is designed for this type of application. Because photo printing is free of charge, there is no need to confirm the order or input a password.

For details, see “About Operation Modes” on page 30.

Applications for This Printer

Print Services

Information Updates

This unit can print photos taken with a digital camera in

Chapter 1 Outline

several different ways, as listed below.

Select & Print

This function lets you select the desired images from the contents of the memory card, specify the number of copies, and print them.

Border Print

This function lets you select from a variety of border designs to be printed around the images, or you can input text to be added to the images. You can also add your own original border designs.

Split Image

This function lets you print several images on a single sheet. This function also lets you print images of a prescribed size, such as for passport photos.

Index Print

This function lets you print all images on a memory card as thumbnails. This is convenient for checking the contents of a memory card and visually sorting through a large number of images when selecting images for printing.

For the latest information, please visit the UP-CR20L support page at http://www.sony.net/snaplab.

Express Print

This function lets you print all images on the memory card in one operation. There is no need to select images.

Print Sizes

You can print in the following sizes, depending on the printing pack that you are using.

Dimensions: mm (inches)

89 × 127 (3.5 × 5) 2UPC-R203 series,

102 × 152 (4 × 6) 2UPC-R204 series,

127 × 178 (5 × 7) 2UPC-R205 series,

152 × 203 (6 × 8)

1) Can be used for printing when using Cut mode. For details, see “Setting Cut Mode” on page 40.

2) Commercially available printing packs may vary depending on your country or region. Consult your local Sony dealer.

3) Can be used for printing when using Cut mode. Images are printed with blank borders. For details, see “Setting Cut Mode” on page 40.

Printing Pack

2UPC-R205 series

2UPC-C26/R206 series

2UPC-C26/R206 series2) 3)

2UPC-C26/R206 series

1) 2)

Print Services / Information Updates

Supported Media and File Formats

Supported memory cards

This unit supports the following types of memory cards.

•“Memory Stick”

• “Memory Stick PRO”

• “Memory Stick Duo”

• CompactFlash Card

•SD Card

• miniSD Card

• MultiMediaCard

• xD-Picture Card

• USB memory

For details on “Memory Stick,” “Memory Stick PRO,” and “Memory Stick DUO,” see “Notes on Using “Memory Stick”” on page 75. For details on other types of memory cards, see “Notes on Using Other Types of Memory Cards” on page 76. For details on USB memory, see “Notes on USB Memory” on page 77.

Supported disk types

•CD-R/RW

• DVD-R/RW

Notes

200 characters or includes non-alphanumeric characters, the unit may not be able to read the file. TIFF, BMP, and images with large file sizes may take longer to load. The unit does not support files for which the date is before January 1, 1980 or after December 31, 2079.

Trademarks

The following words are trademarks of their respective owners.

• “Memory Stick,” “MagicGate Memory Stick,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “Memory Stick PRO,” and “Memory Stick PRO Duo” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation, registered in the United States and other countries.

• MultiMediaCard is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG.

• Microdrive is a registered trademark of Hitachi Global Storage Technologies.

• miniSD is a trademark of SD Card Association.

• Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

• xD-Picture Card is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.

• The Bluetooth Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license.

• Other product names are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective manufacturers.

word mark and logos are owned by the

Chapter 1 Outline

• Writing data to CDs or DVDs is not supported.

• This unit does not support DVD+R(DL)/RW or DVDRAM.

For details, see “Notes on CDs and DVDs” on page 77.

Supported file formats

This unit supports the file formats listed below. The maximum data size that can be read by the unit is 8,000 × 6,000 pixels.

•JPEG JFIF 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 (baseline JPEG) * Progressive JPEG not supported. Exif 2.2.1 compliant DCF 2.0 compliant

•TIFF Exif 2.2.1 compliant (RGB non-compressed)

•BMP 24-bit Windows format

(Some format versions may not be supported.) Up to eight levels are supported for directories on a memory card or disc, and up to 9,999 files can be handled in a single operation. If a file path consists of more than

Supported Media and File Formats

Preparations

Chapter 2 Preparations

Supplied Accessories

Make certain you have received the following accessories:

Chapter

Output tray (1) Output tray adapter (1)

Cleaning ribbon (1) Ribbon tray

Paper adapter (pink)

* The paper core is located inside the printer and must be removed when loading or removing paper.

For details on removing the core, see “Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon” on page 17.

(1)

(1) Paper core* (1) Paper adapter (blue)* (1)

Output cover (1)

CD-ROM (1) Software License Agreement (1) Before Using This Printer (1) Warranty Card (1)

Scrap receptacle (1)

Notes

• When taking the unit out of the carton box, be careful not to hurt your back.

• The packaging materials are needed when transporting the unit, so we suggest you keep them.

• Before transporting the unit, remove the ink ribbon and paper roll from the unit.

Supplied Accessories

• Before transporting the unit, also remove any paper remnants from the paper holder. The paper remnants may slip into the inner parts of the unit and result in damage if not removed.

Controls and Functions

Front

b Memory card slots

Chapter 2 Preparations

A USB port (USB memory) (page 58)

Holds a USB memory device with stored image data.

B SD Card/MultiMediaCard slot (page 58)

Holds an SD Card, miniSD Card, or MultiMediaCard with stored image data.

C “Memory Stick” slot (page 58)

Holds a “Memory Stick” with stored image data.

Output tray removed

a Display

Shows the operation screen. Because the display is a touch screen, the user simply touches the field for the desired operation. The angle of the display can be adjusted for best viewing.

D Access indicator

Lights when a memory card is inserted a slot, and flashes when a memory card is being accessed.

E xD-Picture Card slot (page 58)

Holds an xD-Picture Card with stored image data.

F CompactFlash card slot (page 58)

Holds a CompactFlash card with stored image data.

Note

To avoid loss of image data or damage to the main unit, never attempt to insert a “Memory Stick,” SD Card, or MultiMediaCard into a CompactFlash type adapter set in the CompactFlash slot.

c CD/DVD-ROM drive

Holds a CD or DVD with stored image data. You cannot write to the CD or DVD.

d Output tray (page 22)

Collects printouts that are ejected.

e Output stopper (page 23)

Adjust the position according to the printing pack in use. There are three positions to which to adjust.

f Output tray adapter (page 23)

Attach this to the output tray to prevent printouts from falling out.

Controls and Functions

g Output cover

Attach this to the output tray to prevent printouts from ejecting too far out of the output slot when printing.

h Output slot

Printouts are ejected from here.

i Ribbon door (page 21)

Open and close this when replacing the ink ribbon. This does not open when the unit is turned on. For details, see “Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon” on page 17.

Chapter 2 Preparations

j Paper door (page 19)

Open and close this when replacing paper rolls. This does not open while printing is in progress.

k Paper door lever

Use this to open the paper door.

When the paper and ribbon doors are open

Rear

a Filter cover

The ventilation filter is located under here.

A Paper core

Insert this into the paper roll.

B Ribbon tray

Place the ink ribbon here.

C Paper adapter (blue)

D Paper adapter (pink)

Attach the paper adapters to the printer when using the 2UPC-R203/R205 series printing pack.

l Scrap receptacle (page 22)

Margins of empty space are crated between each printout. These margins are cut off during printing and dropped into this receptacle.

b Display stand

Use this stand to adjust the angle of the display.

c Extension connector cover

The connectors that are required when using extension functions are located under here.

When the extension connector cover is open

A RS-232C connecter

Allows connection of a commercially available thermal sheet printer or similar device.

B USB port (device) (page 48)

Use a commercially available USB cable to connect the unit to an SX-WSG1, computer, or similar

device.

Controls and Functions

1) Operation is not guaranteed when connected by a USB hub.

C USB port (host) × 2

Allows connection of a USB device. You can connect a commercially available card reader or USB memory device to this port and use it to read

data. You can also connect an expansion printer. To use Bluetooth communication, insert a Bluetooth USB adaptor here.

1) Correct operation with every card reader and USB memory device is not guaranteed. Operation is not guaranteed when connected by a USB hub. PictBridge is not supported.

D Expansion CompactFlash card slot

When using features such as border print or promotional images, insert the expansion CompactFlash card here.

d POWER switch

Turns the unit’s power on or off.

e ~ AC IN (power source) connector (page 15)

Connect the power cord here.

f Security slot

Allows you to attach a wire lock to prevent theft.

Installation

Connecting the Power Cord

Connect the power cord to the ~ AC IN connector on the back of the unit, and then connect the plug to a power outlet.

Chapter 2 Preparations

UP-CR20L

to - AC IN connector

AC power cord (not supplied)

To secure the power cord

Wrap the cable clamp around the power cord, and fasten it securely as shown.

Adjusting the Display Angle

The display angle can be adjusted to make the display more easily viewable. Four settings are available for angle adjustment.

Installation

Startup and Shutdown

Startup

Verify that no memory card is inserted in any of the front-side memory card slots of the unit. Then turn on the POWER switch.

Chapter 2 Preparations

If the ink ribbon or paper roll is empty, the following screen appears.

Shutdown

Complete any pending operations, and then bring up the Start Guide screen.

The unit starts up, and the Start Guide screen appears.

For details on subsequent steps, see “Operation” on page 57.

Verify that no memory card is inserted in any of the front-side memory card slots of the unit. Then turn off the POWER switch.

Note

After turning off the unit, wait at least 5 seconds before turning it on again.

Installation

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Handling the paper roll and ink ribbon

• Hold the paper roll with both hands so that you do not drop it, because it is heavy. Dropping may result in an injury.

Notes

• Each printing pack contains two sets of the ink ribbon and paper roll combination. Use the ink ribbon and the paper roll in the carton as a set. Do not mix with other varieties of ribbon or paper roll. (See “Ink Ribbon and Paper” on page 79.)

• The number of sheets that can be printed differs depending on the printing pack. One set of the ink ribbon and paper roll allows you to print the following number of sheets.

Printing pack

Print capacity

Print size

2UPCR203 series

770 sheets 700 sheets 400 sheets 350 sheets

89 × 127 mm102 × 152 mm127 × 178 mm152 × 203

3.5 × 5 inches

2UPCR204 series

4×6 inches

2UPCR205 series

5×7 inches

2UPC-C26/ 2UPCR206 series

6×8 inches

• Do not replace the printing pack if it has only been partially used. If the paper roll or ink ribbon is replaced after only partial use, the above print capacities are not guaranteed.

• When setting the paper roll down, place it vertically as shown. If you place the paper roll horizontally, the paper may roll around and fall. This may cause an injury.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Hold the paper roll with both hands.

• Do not detach the black and white spools of the ink ribbon until you start loading the ink ribbon.

• An IC chip is embedded in the black spool. Do not touch

the terminals on the IC chip with your hands or metal objects, and do not dent, drop, or otherwise apply shock to the IC chip. Doing so may cause the ink ribbon

to become unusable.

White spool

Black spool IC chip

Before Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Confirm that the unit is powered on. If not, turn the power on. Otherwise, the automatic paper feeding may not be done correctly after loading of the paper roll and ink ribbon is completed. Clean the thermal head and rollers regularly, whenever you load a new paper roll and ink ribbon. For detailed information on cleaning, see “Cleaning the Interior” on page 50.

Note

If you use the 2UPC-R204 series, 2UPC-C26 series, or 2UPC-R206 series Printing Pack with the 152-mm (6-inch) paper width after using the 2UPC-R203 series or 2UPC-R205 series Printing Pack with the 127-mm (5-inch) paper width, white stripes may appear on either side of printouts.

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Be sure to clean the inside of the printer before printing (page 50).

Unlocking the Ribbon Door

The ribbon door is locked for safety when the unit is turned on. To unlock the door, proceed as follows and display the administration screen.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Turn on the power and start the unit.

The Start Guide screen appears.

Touch the top left corner of the screen twice in succession.

The password entry screen appears.

Enter the administrator password using the numeric keypad, and touch [OK]. (The factory default setting for the password is “9999.”)

The administration screen appears. When the administration screen appears, the ribbon door will unlock.

If an ink ribbon or paper roll is not loaded, the following error message appears.

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

When you use the unit for the first time, load the paper roll and ink ribbon.

To load the paper roll

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Notes

• Be sure to remove the output cover, output tray, and scrap receptacle before loading the paper roll.

• Be careful that your fingers and clothing are not caught in the paper door or on the protuberance in the opening of the door.

Press and lower the paper door lever, hold the paper door at the center portion, and pull the door forward until it locks into the open position.

Insert the paper core into the paper roll.

The two sides of the paper core are the same shape. You can insert either side.

Notes

• If the edges of the paper on the roll are not aligned before inserting the paper core, be sure to align them while being careful not to bend or damage them. Not doing so may result in malfunction.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Remove the paper core.

• If the leading edge of the paper is bent or damaged as a result of a paper jam, for example, be sure to use scissors to cut off the damaged portion, as shown, before inserting the paper.

• Do not bump the paper roll against hard objects or squeeze it tightly. Doing so may bend or crease the paper and affect print quality.

Depending on the width of your paper roll, attach or remove the paper adapters.

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Paper with 127-mm (5-inch) width: 2UPC-R203/ R205 series Printing Pack

Attach the blue paper adapter to the left side of the unit, and the pink paper adapter to the right side. (The unit is factory shipped with the paper adapters attached.)

Chapter 2 Preparations

blue pink

Press the portions indicated by the arrows until the tabs at the top lock into place.

Paper with 152-mm (6-inch) width: 2UPC-R204/ C26/R206 series Printing Pack

Remove the blue and pink paper adapters.

Load the paper roll.

Be sure to load the paper roll with the arrow on the seal pointing inside the unit.

Notes

• To prevent the paper roll from sliding off, hold both sides of the paper core when loading it into the unit.

• Do not touch the print surface (inner surface of the paper) after the paper is loaded. Fingerprints, sweat, and creases in the paper may affect print quality.

• Be sure to insert the paper roll fully into the unit.

Remove the seal affixed to the paper roll.

Note

Store removed paper adapters in a safe place.

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Note

Be sure to remove the seal completely. In addition, remove the seal slowly to avoid leaving parts of the adhesive on the paper. If any part of the seal is left inside the printer, malfunctions may occur.

Close the paper door, and press the center of the door until it clicks into place.

Notes

• If you close the door by pressing only its sides, the door may not lock into place properly.

• When closing the paper door, be sure that the front edge of the paper is not caught in the door.

Note

After removing the ribbon tray, do not insert your hand into the opening in the unit. Touching the protrusions or movable parts inside the unit may result in bodily injury or malfunction of the unit. In particular, touching the thermal head when it is hot immediately after printing may result in burns.

Detach the white spool of the ink ribbon from the black spool.

Gently unravel the ribbon without loosening it, and place it in the ribbon tray.

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To load the ink ribbon

Pull the ribbon door toward you to open it.

Remove the ribbon tray.

Place the white spool in the front holder and the black spool in the rear holder as shown.

Note

If the ink ribbon is loosely raveled around the spools or there is any slack or creases in the ink ribbon, wind the spools to tighten the slack and smooth out the creases.

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Hold the center of the ribbon tray, and load it into the unit.

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Notes

• Always hold the center of the ribbon tray when loading it into the unit. If you hold the tray by any other part, your fingers may get caught while inserting the tray and injuries may result.

• Be sure to insert the ribbon tray fully into the unit.

Close the ribbon door.

Attaching the Scrap Receptacle

When printing, a margin of empty space is left between each printout. These excess portions are cut off and dropped into the scrap receptacle. Remove scraps from the receptacle as soon as possible.

Notes on storage

• Avoid placing the unit where it will be subject to: – high temperatures, – high humidity or dust, – direct sunlight.

• After opening the bag, use the ribbon and the paper as soon as possible.

• When transporting or storing the paper roll and ink ribbon after partial use, we recommend putting them back into their respective bags.

Note

If the scrap receptacle becomes too full, scraps that are cut off may be unable to eject. This may result in malfunction. Remove scraps from the receptacle as soon as possible, and be sure to empty the receptacle whenever you replace a paper roll.

Attaching the Output Tray

When printing, printouts are ejected from the printer and collect in the output tray.

Attach the output tray to the printer.

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Attaching the output tray adapter

The output tray adapter prevents printouts from sticking out of the output tray. Use the adapter when printouts curl as shown.

Note

About 40 printout sheets can be stored in the output tray in most cases. However, this number can vary greatly depending on the amount of curling in printouts. In general, you should remove ejected printouts as soon as possible.

Adjusting the output stopper position

Adjust the position of the output stopper according to the printing pack in use. The positions for each printing pack are indicated on the output tray, so attach the output stopper accordingly. There are three positions to which to adjust.

To remove the output stopper

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When using the 2UPC-R203/R204 series printing pack

Set the output stopper to the “R203 R204” position.

When using the 2UPC-R205 series printing pack

Note

If the output stoppers are not positioned correctly, paper jams may occur.

To attach the output stopper

Set the output stopper to the “R205” position.

When using the 2UPC-C26/R206 series printing pack

Set the output stopper to the “R206” position.

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To remove the output tray

Hold the output tray on both sides, and 1 raise the tray while 2 pulling it toward you.

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Attaching the Output Cover

Attach the output cover to the output tray. Doing so prevents minor cuts and injuries that may result from printouts ejecting quickly out of the output slot while printing.

Checking the Remaining Ink Ribbon

You can check the amount of ink ribbon that remains from the Start Guide screen.

Display the Start Guide screen.

Touch the top right corner of the Start Guide screen twice in succession.

The confirmation screen for the remaining ink ribbon appears.

To attach the output cover

Print Size

Displays the size selected for prints.

Ribbon Remain

Displays the remaining number of prints for the ink ribbon. When the remaining number of prints reaches 0, replace the ink ribbon and paper roll. For details, see “Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon” on page 17.

Loading the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

button

Displays the number of prints since the last head cleaning. If the “Cleaning is necessary” message appears to the right of the number of prints, touch the button to perform cleaning.

Replacing the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

Information on additional printers

If another printer is connected to this unit, Print Size and Ribbon Remain information for the additional printer appears here.

If the paper roll or ink ribbon runs out while printing, the following error message appears. Proceed as follows to replace the paper roll and ink ribbon.

Unlocking the Ribbon Door

Touch the top left corner of the error message screen twice in succession.

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The password entry screen appears.

Replacing the Paper Roll and Ink Ribbon

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