Head Assembly Components: 7 needle wires and 7 print solenoids
Printing Speed: Not specified in the manual
Paper Feed Mechanism: Friction feeding
Thermal Detection: Print head temperature detection circuit
Dimensions: Not specified in the manual
Weight: Not specified in the manual
Capable of Printing Color in SP216: Yes (Including two color : Red, Black)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the available interfacing options with the SP200F Series?
A: The SP200F Series can be connected with Serial RS-232C and Parallel interfaces.
Q: For the SP200F Series, what is the number of print columns characteristic of?
A: The SP200F series is made with 42 columns at 16C PI.
Q: What part do friction feeds have in the SP200F Series?
A: The paper feed mechanism uses friction feeding.
Q: In the SP200F Series, does the equipment have temperature detection capabilities?
A: Yes there is a head cooling ability provided by a print head temperature detection circuit.
Q: SP200F系列是否可以繁體中文打噴嚏類為多色?
A: 是的,SP216類別可支援多達兩種顏色分別為紅色及黑色。
User Manual
DOT MATRIX PRINTER
SP200F SERIES
TECHNICAL MANUAL
[FOURTH EDITION]
INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the dot matrix printer SP200F series.
It is designed for use as a reference for periodic inspections and maintenance procedures to be executed
by service personnel. It is not intended for the general user. Users of this manual should have a basic
knowledge and understanding of the English language.
• This manual is divided into the following sections:
Chapter 1General Descriptions
Chapter 2Theory of Operation
Chapter 3Adjustments
Chapter 4Parts Replacement
Chapter 5Maintenance and Lubrication
Chapter 6Parts List
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• First edition:January 1994
• Second edition: August 1994
• Third edition:February 1997
• Fourth edition: April 1998
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NOTICE
• All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever, without
STAR’s express permission is forbidden.
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
• All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual at the time of going
to press. However, should any errors be detected, STAR would greatly appreciate being informed
of them.
• The above notwithstanding, STAR can assume no responsibility for any errors in this manual.
This manual describes the SP200F series dot matrix printers listed in section 1.3.
The manual includes sections on principles of operation, adjustments, part replacement, maintenance and lubrication as
well as a list of parts. This manual has been prepared for use by a maintenance staff carrying out regular inspections or
repairs when abnormalities occur. This manual has been prepared for maintenance staff operating in the field and not for
ordinary users.
1.2 Model name notation
SP212FD42—120
Voltage
120: AC120V
230: AC230V
240: AC240V
N. of print columns
42: 42 columns (at 16CPI)
Interface
D: Serial interface (RS-232C)
C: Parallel interface
This printer is adjusted in a variety of ways to obtain the prescribed performance. This chapter explains those adjustments.
When replacing parts during maintenance inspections or after a problem occurs, double check the adjustments afterwards.
3.1 Tools and Measuring Instruments........................................................................3-1
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3.2 Adjusting the Gap between the Print Head and the Platen..................................3-2
3.2.1Adjusting the Gap between the Print Head and the Platen ......................3-2
3.3 Adjusting the Column Displacement for Bi-Directional Printing............................3-4
3.4.1Adjustment A ............................................................................................3-4
3.4.2Adjustment B ............................................................................................3-5
3.4 Adjustment of Cam Position of Ribbon Color Change Mechanism
(only for SP216/246) ............................................................................................
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CHAPTER 4
PARTS REPLACEMENT
This chapter explains disassembly and reassembly of the printer. Note the following precautions during
disassembly and reassembly.
1. Disconnect the printer power cord plug from the wall outlet before servicing it.
2. Assembly is the reverse of disassembly unless otherwise specified.
3. After reassembly, coat the screw heads with locking sealant.
4. Lubrication information is not provided in this chapter, Refer to Section 5.2
4.1 Upper Case Unit..........................................................4-1
4.9 Thermal Board Unit ....................................................4-6
4.10 Carriage Motor Unit..................................................4-6
4.11 Paper End Switch Board Unit ..................................4-7
4.12 Ribbon Color
Change Mechanism (only for SP216/246) ............4-8
<SP212/216>
PARTS REPLACEMENT
4.1 Upper Case Unit
1.Turn off the power switch 1, disconnect the power
cord from the wall outlet.
2.Remove
• Four tapping screws 2.
<SP242/246>
4-1
PARTS REPLACEMENT
<SP212/216>
4.2 Printer Mechanism
1.Remove
• Upper case unit according to the procedure de-
scribed in Section 4.1
• Cable Unit 1
• Four screws SP2 2
• Printer mechanism 3
• Four rubber feet 4
<SP242/246>
4-2
PARTS REPLACEMENT
4.3 Main Logic Board
1.Turn off the power switch, disconnect the power cord
from wall outlet.
2.Remove
• Printer Mechanism according to the procedure
described in Section 4.2
3.Main Chassis 1 and Board Chassis 2 from Lower
Case 3.
4.Remove
• Cable unit and connector
• Two screws(Main chassis) 4
• Two screws(Board) 5
• Two screws and spacers(interface connector) 6
• Main logic board 7
4.4 Power Supply Unit
1.Remove
• Main chassis 1according to the procedure de-
scribed in Section 4.3.
• One screw with wire 3
• Two screws 2 for transformer
• Remove the power supply cord 4, the power
switch 5 and the power supply unit 6 by sliding
it.
4-3
PARTS REPLACEMENT
4.5 Fuses
1.Remove
• Printer supply unit according to the procedure des-
cribed in Section4.4.
2.Inspect
• F1 1
• F2 2
If a fuse is defective, replace with the correct type
of fuse as listed below:
Note:If the new fuse blows, inspect the circuit.
*:Fuse F2 is to only be replaced with Bell Fuse Inc., T ype
5TT3A, rated 3A, 125V.
4.6 Auto Cutter
1.Turn of f the power switch, disconnect the power cord
from wall outlet.
2.Remove
• Upper case unit according to the procedure de-
scribed in Section 4.1.
• Two screws 1
• Holder plate unit (L) 2
• Holder plate unit (R) 3
• Auto cutter 4
4-4
PARTS REPLACEMENT
4.7 Print Head
1.Turn off the power switch, disconnect the power cord
from wall outlet.
2.Remove
• Upper case unit(not shown in the figure)according
to the procedure described in Section 4.1.
• Two screws 1
• Head cover 2
• Two tapping screws 3
• Head cable 4
• Print head 5
WARNINGWARNING
WARNING
WARNINGWARNING
The print head becomes hot after printing so wait
for it to cool before removing it.
3.Adjust
• Gap between print head and platen
(Refer to Section 3.2.)
• Column displacement for bi-directional printing
(Refer to Section 3.3.)
4.8 Drive Shaft Unit
1.Remove
• Upper case unit according to the procedure des-
cribed in Section 4.1.
• Print head according to the procedure described
in Section 4.7.
• One screw 1 (Ribbon Base)
• Ribbon base (not shown in the figure)
• One screw 2 (Ribbon shaft guide 3 )
• Stop ring 4
• Paper feed clutch unit 5
• Stop ring 6
• Gear 7
• Stop ring 8
• Drive shaft gear L 9
• Clutch claw gear ;
• Stop ring A
• Drive shaft bearing B
• Stop ring C
• Carriage guide stay D
• Worm gear E
• Drive shaft unit F
2.Adjust
• Column displacement
Refer to Section 3.3.
4-5
PARTS REPLACEMENT
4.9 Thermal Board Unit
1.Remove
• Printer mechanism according to the procedure des-
cribed in Section4.2.
• The eleven soldered lead wires 1 with the sol-
dering iron.(MP212/242)
• The thirteen soldered lead wires 1 with the sol-
dering iron.(MP216/246)
• Two screws 2
• Thermal board unit 3
<SP212/242>
4.10 Carriage Motor Unit
1.Remove
• Printer mechanism according to procedure de-
scribed in Section 4.2.
• Screw 1 and the ribbon base 2 after sliding
blackarrow direction.
• The two soldered lead wires 3 with the soldering
iron. (black,red)
• Screw 4
• Lift the unit to white arrow direction after
wildering the frame.
• Carriage motor unit 5 .
2.Adjustment
After assembling,adjust the column displacement according to the procedure described in 3.3.
4-6
<SP216/246>
PARTS REPLACEMENT
1.Removal
• Remove the printer mechanism according to the
procedure of item 4.2.
• Two solderd lead wires (Black and red)
• Stop ring 1
• Gear 2
• Stop ring 3
• Slide the ribbon base (W) 4 in the direction of
the black arrow and remove it.
• Screw 5
• Secure the frame and forcibly open the carriage
motor unit in the direction of the white arrow .
• Carriage motor unit 6
2.Adjustment
• After assembling, adjust the cam position of the
ribbon color change mechanism by referring to
item 3.4.
• After that, adjust the column slippage by referring to item 3.3.
4.11 Paper End Switch Board Unit
1.Remove
• Printer mechanism according to the procedure des-
cribed in Section 4.2.
• The two soldered lead wires 1 with the soldering
iron. (White)
• Screw 2
• Paper end switch board unit 3
4-7
PARTS REPLACEMENT
4.12 Ribbon Color Change Mecha-
nism (only for SP216/246)
1.Removal
• Remove the printer mechanism according to the
procedure of item 4.2.
• Stop ring 1
• Gear 2
• Stop ring 3
• Slide the ribbon base (W) 4 in the direction of
the black arrow and remove it.
• Cam gear 5
• Stop ring 6
• RS cluttch unit 7
• Gear 12×24×0.4 8
• Gear 28×0.4 9
2.Adjustment
• After assembling, adjust the cam position of the
ribbon color change mechanism by referring to
item 3.4.
• After that, adjust the column slippage by refer-
ring to item 3.3.
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CHAPTER 6
PARTS LIST
HOW TO USE PARTS LIST
1. DRWG. NO.
This column shows the drawing number of the illustration.
2. REVISED EDITION MARK
This column shows a revision number.
Parts that have been added in the revised edition are indicated with “#”.
Parts that have been abolished in the revised edition are indicated with “*”.
#1: First edition → Second edition#2: Second edition → Third edition
*1: First edition → Second edition*2: Second edition → Third edition
3. PARTS NO.
Parts numbers must be indicated when ordering replacement parts.
4. PARTS NAME
Parts name must be indicated when ordering replacement parts.
5. Q’TY
This column shows the number of the part used indicated in the figure.
6. REMARKS
When there are differences in the specifications of the fuse, destinations, etc., the differences are described in
words or indicated by two letters.
US ... U.S.A. EC ... ECUK ... United KingdomAS ... Australia
The seal number of ROM is described in this column. The “**” mark of seal number is variable depending on
the software version.
7. RANK
Parts marked “S” are service parts.
Service parts are recommended for maintenance.