Toshiba B-EX6T1, B-EX6T1 GS12, B-EX6T3 TS Owner's Manual

TOSHIBA Barcode Printer

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TOSHIBA Barcode Printer

B-EX6T SERIES

Owner's Manual

This product is designed for commercial usage and is not consumer product.

CE Compliance (for EU only)

This product complies with the requirements of EMC and Low Voltage Directives including their amendments. CE marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA TEC GERMANY IMAGING SYSTEMS GmbH, Carl-Schurz-Str. 7, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity, please con

tact your dealer or TOSHI

BA TEC

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operations of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

(for USA only)

CAN ICES-3 (A) / NMB-3 (A)

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

(for CANADA only)

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

California Proposition 65 Warning: USA-California only

This Product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

VORSICHT:

• Schallemission: unter 70dB (A) nach DIN 45635 (oder ISO 7779)

• Die für das Gerät Vorgesehene Steckdose muß in der Nähe des Gerätes und leicht zugänglich sein.

Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corp. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Notification (for Turkey)

AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur

The following information is for EU

member states only:

Disposal of products (based on EU-Directive 2002/96/EC, Directive on Waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE)

The use of the symbol indicates that t

his product may not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste

and has to be collected separately. Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product. They will be separated at the recycling centers. The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after August 13, 2005. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environmental and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about the take-back and recycling of this product, please contact your supplier where you purchased this product.

Following information is only for India:

The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about the take-back and recycling of this product, please contact your supplier where you purchased the product. This product complies with the “India E-waste

Rule 2011” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent

chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl ethers in concentrations exceeding

0.1% by weight and 0.01% by weight for cadmium, except for the exemption set in Schedule II of the Rule.

Precautions for the handling of Wireless Communication Devices Wireless LAN Module: GS2100MIP(B-EX706-WLAN2-QM-R and B-EX6T1-GS/TS16-CN-R) RFID Module: TRW-USM-10 (B-EX706-RFID-U4-US-R, B-EX6T1-GS18/TS18-CN-R), TRW-EUM-10 (B-

EX706-RFID-U4-EU-R), TRW-AUM-10 (B-EX706-RFID-U4-AU-R)

For Europe

This device was tested and certified by Notified Body. Hereby, Toshiba TEC Corporation declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. This equipment uses the radio frequency band which has not been standardized throughout the EU and EFTA countries. It can be used in the following countries. Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Hungary, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland, Switzerland

For USA

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. Changes or modification not expressly approved by manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canada

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

For Taiwan Caution

根據低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法

For safety

Do not operate this product in locations where its use may be prohibited. For example, in an aeroplane or hospital. If you are unsure whether operation is permitted, please refer to and follow the airline company or medical institution guidelines. Otherwise, flight instrument or medical equipment may be affected, causing a serious accident.

This product may affect the operation of some implanted cardiac pacemakers and other medically implanted equipment. Pacemaker patients should be aware that the use of this product in close proximity to a pacemaker might cause the device to malfunction.

If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, immediately turn off the product and contact your TOSHIBA TEC sales agent.

Do not disassemble, modify, or repair the product as doing so may cause injury. Modification is also against the Laws and Regulations for Radio Equipment. Please ask your TOSHIBA TEC sales agent for repair.

Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION

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Safety Summary

Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipment is extremely important. Warnings and Cautions necessary for safe handling are included in this manual. All warnings and cautions contained in this manual should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment.

Do not attempt to effect repairs or modifications to this equipment. If a fault occurs that cannot be rectified using the procedures described in this manual, turn off the power, unplug the machine, and then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.

Meanings of Each Symbol

his symbol indicates warning items (including cautions).

Specific warning contents are drawn inside the symbol.

(The symbol on the left indicates a general caution.)

This symbol indicates prohibited actions (prohibited items). Specific prohibited contents are drawn inside or near the symbol.

(The symbol on the left indicates “no disassembling”.)

This symbol indicates actions which must be performed. Specific instructions are drawn inside or near the  symbol.

(The symbol on the left indicates “disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet”.)

This indicates that there is the risk of death or serious injury if the machine is improperly handled contrary to this indication.

Do not use voltages other than the AC voltage specified on the rating plate, as this may cause fire or electric shock.

Do not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands as this may cause electric shock.

If the machine shares the same electrical outlet, with any other appliance that consumes a large amount of power, the voltage will fluctuate widely each time these appliances operate. Be sure to provide an exclusive outlet for the machine as this may cause fire or electric shock.

Do not place metal objects or water-filled containers (flower vases, flower pots or mugs etc) on top of the machine. If metal objects or spilled liquids enter the machine, this may cause fire or electric shock.

Do not insert or drop metal, flammable or other foreign objects into the machine through ventilation slits, as this may cause fire or electric shock.

Do not scratch, damage or modify the power cords. Do not place heavy objects on, pull on, or excessively bend the power cords, as this may cause fire or electrical shock.

If the machine is dropped or the cabinet is damaged, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet, and then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of a damaged machine may cause fire or electric shock.

Continued use of the machine in an abnormal condition (the machine is producing smoke or a strange smell) may cause fire or electric shock. In these cases, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet. Then, contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.

WARNING

Use only

specified

AC voltage.

Prohibited

Disconnect

the plug.

Disconnect

the plug.

Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION

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If foreign objects (metal

fragments, water, liquids) enter the machine, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet, and then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of the machine in that condition may

cause

fire

electric shock.

When unplugging the power cords, be sure to hold and pull on the plug. Pulling on the cord may cut or expose the internal wires and cause fire or electric shock.

Ensure that the equipment is properly grounded. Extension cables should also be grounded. Fire or electric shock could occur on improperly grounded equipment.

Do not remove covers, repair or modify the machine yourself. Contact your TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. You may be injured by high voltage, very hot parts or sharp edges inside the machine.

Do not use a spray cleaner containing flammable gas for cleaning this product, as this may cause a fire.

Care must be taken not to injure yourself with the printer paper cutter.

This indicates that there is the risk of personal Injury or damage to objects if the machine is improperly handled contrary to this indication.

Precautions

The following precautions will help to ensure that this machine will continue to function correctly.

• Try to avoid locations that have the following adverse conditions: * Temperatures out of the specification * Direct sunlight * High humidity * Shared power source * Excessive vibration * Dust/Gas

• The cover should be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. NEVER

USE THINNER OR ANY OTHER VOLATILE SOLVENT on the plastic covers.

• USE ONLY TOSHIBA TEC SPECIFIED paper and ribbons.

• DO NOT STORE the paper or ribbons where they might be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, dust,

or gas.

• Ensure the printer is operated on a level surface.

• Any data stored in the memory of the printer could be lost during a printer fault.

• Try to avoid using this equipment on the same power supply as high voltage equipment or equipment likely to cause mains

interference.

• Unplug the machine whenever you are working inside it or cleaning it.

• Keep your work environment static free.

• Do not place heavy objects on top of the machine, as these items may become unbalanced and fall causing injury.

• Do not block the ventilation slits of the machine, as this will cause heat to build up inside the machine and may cause fire.

• Do not lean against the machine. It may fall on you and could cause injury.

• Unplug the machine when it is not used for a long period of time.

• Place the machine on a stable and level surface.

• RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF

USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

Request Regarding Maintenance

• Utilize our maintenance services. After purchasing the machine, contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance once a year to have the

inside of the machine cleaned. Dust will build up inside the machines and may cause a fire or a malfunction. Cleaning is particularly effective before humid rainy seasons.

• Our preventive maintenance service performs periodic checks and other work required to maintain the quality and performance

of the machine.

For details, please consult your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative.

• Do not expose the machine to insecticides or other volatile solvents. This may cause the cabinet, or other parts, to deteriorate

and may

cause the paint to peel.

CAUTION

Disconnect

the plug.

Disconnect

the plug.

Connect a

grounding wire.

disassembling.

Prohibited

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................... E1- 1

1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... E1- 1

1.2 Features ....................................................................................................................... E1- 1

1.3 Unpacking ..................................................................................................................... E1- 1

1.4 Accessories ................................................................................................................. E1- 2

1.5 Appearance .................................................................................................................. E1- 3

1.5.1 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... E1- 3

1.5.2 Front View ......................................................................................................... E1- 3

1.5.3 Rear View ......................................................................................................... E1- 3

1.5.4 Operation Panel ................................................................................................ E1- 4

1.5.5 Interior ............................................................................................................... E1- 4

1.6 Options ......................................................................................................................... E1- 5

2. PRINTER SETUP .................................................................................................................. E2- 1

2.1 Installation .................................................................................................................... E2- 2

2.2 Connecting the Power Cord ......................................................................................... E2- 3

2.3 Loading Supplies .......................................................................................................... E2- 4

2.3.1 Loading the Media ............................................................................................ E2- 5

2.3.2 Loading the Ribbon .......................................................................................... E2-10

2.4 Connecting the Cables to Your Printer ........................................................................ E2-12

2.5 Turning the Printer ON/OFF ........................................................................................ E2-13

2.5.1 Turning ON the Printer ..................................................................................... E2-13

2.5.2 Turning OFF the Printer ................................................................................... E2-13

2.6 Printer Setting .............................................................................................................. E2-14

2.6.1 Scope ............................................................................................................... E2-14

2.6.2 Outline .............................................................................................................. E2-14

2.6.3 Operation panel ............................................................................................... E2-14

2.6.4 Outline of each Mode ....................................................................................... E2-15

2.6.5 General View of Key Operation ....................................................................... E2-16

2.6.6 Initial Setting Wizard ........................................................................................ E2-18

2.7 Printer Drivers .............................................................................................................. E2-21

2.8 Print Test ..................................................................................................................... E2-23

3. ONLINE MODE ...................................................................................................................... E3- 1

3.1 Key Functions ............................................................................................................... E3- 1

3.2 LCD .............................................................................................................................. E3- 2

3.3 Icon ............................................................................................................................... E3- 3

3.4 Operation Example ....................................................................................................... E3- 4

3.5 User System Mode ....................................................................................................... E3- 7

3.5.1 Outline of use system mode .............................................................................. E3-7

3.5.2 Exit ..................................................................................................................... E3-7

3.6 Power Save Function .................................................................................................... E3-8

3.6.1 Entering the Power Saving Mode....................................................................... E3-8

3.6.2 Exiting the Power Saving Mode ......................................................................... E3-8

4. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................... E4- 1

4.1 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................... E4- 1

4.1.1 Print Head/Platen/Sensors ................................................................................ E4- 1

4.1.2 Covers and Panels ............................................................................................ E4- 2

4.1.3 Optional Cutter Module ..................................................................................... E4- 3

5. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................... E5- 1

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5.1 Error Messages ............................................................................................................ E5- 1

5.2 Possible Problems ........................................................................................................ E5- 4

5.3 Removing Jammed Media ............................................................................................ E5- 5

6. PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................ E6- 1

7. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. E7- 1

7.1 Media ............................................................................................................................ E7- 1

7.1.1 Media Type ....................................................................................................... E7- 1

7.1.2 Detection Area of the Transmissive Sensor ...................................................... E7- 3

7.1.3 Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor ........................................................... E7- 4

7.1.4 Effective Print Area of Paper ............................................................................. E7- 5

7.2 Ribbon .......................................................................................................................... E7- 6

7.3 Recommended Media and Ribbon Types .................................................................... E7- 6

7.4 Care/Handling of Media and Ribbon ............................................................................ E7- 7

APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS ...................................................................................... EA1-1

APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ......................................................................................................... EA2-1

APPENDIX 3 PRINT SAMPLES ................................................................................................ EA3-1

APPENDIX 4 GLOSSARIES ...................................................................................................... EA4-1

CAUTION!

1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of TOSHIBA TEC.

2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification.

3. Please refer to your local Authorised Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in

which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

WARNING!

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION

1.1 Introduction

E1- 1

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Features

1.3 Unpacking

hank you for choosing the TOSHIBA B-EX6T series bar code printer.

This Owner’s Manual contains from general set-up through to how to c

onfirm the printer operation using a test print, and should be read carefully to help gain maximum performance and life from your printer. For most queries please refer to this manual and keep it safe for future reference. Please contact your TOSHIBA TEC representative for further information concerning this manual.

his printer has the following features:

• The print head block can be opened enabling easy loading of media

and ribbon.

• Various types of media can be used as the media sensors can be

moved from the centre to the left edge of the media.

• Web based functions such as remote maintenance and other advanced

network features are available.

• Superior hardware, including the specially developed 8 dots/mm (203

dots/inch) or 12 dots/mm (305 dots/inch) thermal print head which will allow very clear print at a printing speed of 3, 5, 8, 10 or 12 inches/sec.

B-EX6T1/T3-TS/GS12

305dpi/203dpi

3ips 5ips

8ips 10ips 12ips

• Comes with USB I/F, LAN I/F, the RTC/USB host I/F card,

Ribbon Save Module (for Type 1) Besides the optional Cutter Module, there is also an optional Peel off Module, Fanfold paper guide, RS-232C I/F card, Centronics I/F card, Expansion I/O Card, Wireless LAN I/F card, and RFID module

Unpack the printer as per the Unpacking Instructions supplied with the printer.

NOTES:

1. Check for damage or scratches on the printer. However, please note that TOSHIBA TEC shall have no liability for any damage of any kind sustained during transportation of the product.

2. Keep the cartons and internal packing for future transportation of the printer.

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION

1.4 Accessories

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1.4 Accessories

When unpacking the printer, please make sure all the following accessories are supplied with the printer.

 Power cord (for China)  CD-ROM(1pc.)

 Safety precautions  Quick installation manual

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION

1.5 Appearance

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1.5 Appearance

1.5.1 Dimensions

1.5.2 Front View

1.5.3 Rear View

The names of the parts or units introduced in this section are used in the following chapters.

331 (13.03)

460 (18.1)

Dimensions in mm (inches)

309.7

(12.2)

Top Cover

Media Outlet

Supply Window

LCD Message Display

Operation Panel

For GS/TS12 and GS/TS18 models, Reserved for Serial Interface. For GS/TS16 models, WLAN Interface

LAN Interface

AC Power Inlet

Reserved for Expansion I/O interface

Reserved for Parallel Interface

USB Interface

Power Switch

Cover for USB

USB Bluetooth dongle Connect Smart device (Mobile phone) for Parameter setting USB memory Install firmware/ to copy log data

Standard USB Host I/F for USB memory or USB Bluetooth

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1.5 Appearance

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1.5.4 Operation Panel

1.5.5 Interior

Please see Section 3 for further information about the Operation Panel.

Graphic LCD

ERROR LED

PAUSE

RESTART key

RIGHT

ENTER

DOWN

CANCEL key

MODE

LEFT key

FEED key

ONLINE LED

Platen

Head Lever

Ribbon Shaft

Supply Shaft

Supply Holder

Locking Ring

Ribbon Stopper

Print Head Block

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION

1.6 Options

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1.6 Options

ption Name Type Description

Disc cutter module B-EX206-QM-R Disc cutter

To perform a cut the media feeds to the cut position,

stops and is cut , then back feeds to the print position Peel Off module B-EX906-H-QM-R This eanables on-demand (peel-off) operations. Fanfold paper guide B-EX906-FF-QM-R RFID module B-EX706-RFID-U4-EU-R

B-EX706-RFID-U4-US-R B-EX706-RFID-U4-AU-R

Installing this module enables read and write of

UHF RFID tags.

Note

GS/TS12-CN-R do not support the RFID option I/F.

(Please purchase the GS/TS18-CN-R whenRFID is

needed.) Expansion I/O interface card

B-EX700-IO-QM-R Installing this card in the printer allows connection to an

external device with the exclusive interface. Parallel interface card B-EX700-CEN-QM-R Installing this card provides a Centronics interface port. Serial interface card B-EX700-RS-QM-R Installing this card provides an RS-232C interface port. Wireless LAN interface card

B-EX700-WLAN2-QM-R Installing this card provides Wireless LAN

Communication.

Note:

GS/TS12-CN-R do not support theWLAN option I/F.

(Please purchase the GS/TS16-CN-R when WLAN I/F is

needed.)

NOTE:

To purchase the optional kits, please contact the nearest authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative or TOSHIBA TEC Head Quarters.

2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION

2. PRINTER SETUP

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2. PRINTER SETUP

This section outlines the procedures to setup your printer prior to its operation. The section includes precautions, loading media and ribbon, connecting cables, setting the operating environment of the printer and performing an online print test.

Reference Procedure Setup Flow

After referring to the Safety Precautions in this

manual, install the printer i

n a safe and stable

location.

Connect a power cord to the power inlet of the

printer, then to an AC outlet.

Load a label stock or tag stock.

Adjust the position of feed gap sensor or black

mark sensor according to the media being used.

If using thermal transfer media then

load the

ribbon.

Connect the printer to a host computer or

network.

Set the printer parameters in the system mode.

Installation

Connecting the power cord

Loading the media

Printer setting

Media sensor position

alignment

Loading the ribbon

Connecting to a host computer

Make a print test from

your operating

environment and check the print result.

Print test

2.1 Installation

2.2 Connecting the Power

Cord

2.3.1 Loading the Media

2.3.2 Loading the Ribbon

2.4

Connecting the Cables

to Your Printer

2.6 Printer Setting

2.8 Print Test

Automatic threshold setting

Manual threshold setting

If necessary, install the printer driver o

n your

host computer.

2.7 Installing the Printer Drivers

If the print start posi

tion cannot be detected

properly when pre-printed label are

used, set the

threshold automatically.

If the print start position cannot be detected

properly even after

automatic threshold setting is

performed manually set the threshold.

2.10 Threshold Setting

Turn on the printer power.

Turning the power ON

2.5

Turning the Printer

ON/OFF

Position and Print Tone Fine

adjustment

If necessary, fine adjust the print start position,

cut/strip position, print tone, etc.

2.9 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment

Installing the printer driver

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2.1 Installation

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2.1 Installation

To insure the best operating environment and to assure the safety of the operator and equipment, please observe the following precautions.

• Operate the printer on a stable, level surface in a location free from

excessive humidity, high temperature, dust, vibration and direct sunlight.

• Keep your work environment static free. Static discharge can cause

damage to delicate internal components.

• Make sure the printer is connected to a clean source of AC power and

no other high-voltage devices, that may cause line noise interference, are connected to the same mains.

• Assure that the printer is connected to the AC mains with a three-

prong power cable that has the proper ground (earth) connection.

• Do not operate the printer with the cover open. Be careful not to

allow fingers or articles of clothing to get caught in any of the moving parts, especially the optional cutter mechanism.

• For best results, and longer printer life, use only TOSHIBA TEC

recommended media and ribbons.

• Store the media and ribbons in accordance with their specifications.

• This printer mechanism contains high-voltage components; therefore

you should never remove any of the covers of the machine as you may receive an electrical shock. Additionally, the printer contains many delicate components that may be damaged if accessed by unauthorised personnel.

• Clean the outside of the printer with a clean, dry cloth or a clean cloth

slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution.

• Use caution when cleaning the thermal print head as it will become

very hot while printing. Wait until it has had time to cool before cleaning. Use only the TOSHIBA TEC recommended print head cleaner to clean the print head.

• Do not turn off the printer power or remove the power plug while the

printer is printing or while the ON LINE lamp is flashing.

2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION

2.2 Connecting the Power Cord

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2.2 Connecting the Power Cord

1. Make sure that the printer Power Switch is in the OFF () position.

Connect the Power Cord to the printer as shown in the figure below.

Plug the other end of the Power Cord into a grounded outlet as shown in the figure below.

[US Type][EU Type]

CAUTION!

1. Make sure that the printer Power Switch is turned to the OFF position () before connecting the Power Cord to prevent possible electric shock or damage to the printer.

2. Connect the Power Cord to a supply outlet with a properly grounded (earthed) connection.

Power Cord

Power Switch

Power Cord

2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION

2.3 Loading Supplies

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2.3 Loading Supplies

1. Do not touch any moving parts. To reduce the risk of fingers, jewellery, clothing, etc., being drawn into the moving parts, be sure to load the media once the printer has stopped moving completely.

2. The Print Head becomes hot immediately after printing, allow it to cool before loading the media.

3. To avoid injury, be careful not to trap your fingers while opening or closing the cover.

WARNING!

CAUTION!

1. Be careful not to touch the Print Head Elements when lifting the Print Head Block. This may cause missing dots due to static electricity or other print quality problems.

2. When loading or replacing the media or ribbon, be careful not to damage the print head with hard objects like watches or rings.

Since the print head element can be easily damaged by shock, please treat it carefully and do not hit it with hard objects.

Care must be taken not to allow the metal or glass part of a watch to touch the print head edge.

Care must be taken not to allow a metal object like a ring to touch

the print head edge.

2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION

2.3 Loading Supplies

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2.3.1 Loading the Media

he following procedure shows the steps to properly load the media into

the printer so that it feeds straight through the printer.

The printer prints both labels and tags.

1. Open the Top Cover.

2. Turn the Head Lever to the FREE position and release the Print Head

Block Holder Plate.

3. Open the Print Head Block.

4. Turn the Locking Ring counterclockwise and remove the Supply

Holder from the Supply Shaft.

5. Put the media on the Supply Shaft.

6. Pass the media around the Guide Shaft, then pull the media towards

the front of the printer.

Locking

Supply

Holder

Supply Shaft

NOTES:

1. When the Head Lever is

turned to FREE position, the Print Head can be raised.

2. Do not turn the Locking Ring on the supply holder counterclockwise too far or it may come off the Supply Holder.

Top Cover

Print Head Block

Head Lever

Print Head Block Holder Plate

Position1

Position2

FREE

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2.3 Loading Supplies

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2.3.1 Loading the Media (Cont.)

7. Align the tab of the Supply Holder with the groove in the Supply

Shaft, and push the Supply Holder against the media until the media is held firmly in place. This will center the media automatically. Turn the Locking Ring clockwise to secure the Supply Holder.

8. Place the media between the Media Guides and adjust them to the

media width. Once in the correct position tighten the Locking Screw.

9. Check that the media’s path through the printer is straight. The

media should be centered under the Print Head.

NOTE:

Do not over-tighten the Locking Ring of the Supply Holder.

Supply Holder

Media Guide

Print Head

Paper guide

holder

Media

Guide Shaft

the

case of

media which is

inside wound.

the

case of

media which is

outside wound.

Tab

Locking Ring

Supply Holder

Guide Shaft

Groove

Supply Shaft

2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION

2.3 Loading Supplies

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2.3.1 Loading the Media (Cont.)

10. Lower the Print Head Block.

11. Once the media is loaded it may be necessary to set the Media

Sensors used to detect the start position for label or tag.

Setting the Feed Gap Sensor position

(1) Manually move the Media Sensor so that the Feed Gap Sensor is

positioned at the centre of the labels. ( indicates the position of the Feed Gap Sensor).

Setting the Black Mark Sensor position

(1) Pull about 500 mm of media out of the front of the printer, turn the

media back on itself and feed it under the Print Head past the sensor so that the black mark can be seen from above.

(2) Manually move the Media Sensor so that the Black Mark Sensor is

in line with the center of the black mark on the media. ( indicates the position of the Black Mark Sensor).

NOTE:

Be sure to set the black mark sensor to detect the centre of the black mark, otherwise a paper

jam or no paper error may occur.

Label

Media Sensor

Feed Gap Sensor ()

Gap

Media

Media Sensor

Black Mark Sensor ()

Black Mark

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2.3.1 Loading the Media (Cont.)

12. Batch mode

In batch mode, the media is continuously printed until the number of labels/tags specified in the issue command has been printed.

13. Loading with peel off module

When the optional Strip Module is fitted, the label is automatically re

moved from the backing paper at the Strip Plate as each label is

printed.

(1) Remove enough labels from the leading edge of the media to leave

500mm of backing paper free. (2) Insert the backing paper under the Strip Plate. (3) Wind the backing paper onto the Take-up Spool and fix it in position

with the Take-up Clip. (Wind the paper counter-clockwise around

the spool.) (4) Rotate the Take-up Spool counter-clockwise a few times to remove

any slack in the backing paper.

NOTES:

1. Be sure to set the Selection

Switch to STANDARD/ PEEL OFF position.

2. The backing paper is easier to feed back to the Take-Up Spool if the Front Plate is removed.

3. Fit the Take-Up Clip so that the longer side of the clip is fitted into the shallow groove in the Take-Up Spool.

4. The backing paper can be wound directly onto the Take-up Spool or a paper core.

Backing Paper Strip Plate

Take-up Spool

Take-up Clip

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2.3.1 Loading the Media (Cont.)

14. Loading with cutter

When the optional Cutter Module is fitted, the media is automatically cut. A disc cutter is available as an option. Insert the leading edge of the media into the cutter until it comes out the Media Outlet of the Cutter Module.

CAUTION!

1. Be sure to cut the backing paper of the label. Cutting

labels will cause the glue to

stick to the cutter which

may affect the cutter quality

and shorten the cutter life.

2. Use of tag paper when the thickness exceeds the specified value may affect the cutter life.

Cutter Module

Media Outlet

WARNING!

The cutter is sharp, so care must be taken not to injure yourself when handling the cutter.

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2.3.2 Loading the Ribbon

There are two types of media available for printing on: thermal transfer and direct thermal (which has a chemically treated surface). DO NOT LOAD a ribbon when using direct thermal media.

1. Grasp the tabs on the top and bottom of the Ribbon Stoppers and

move them back to the end of the Ribbon Shaft.

2. Leaving plenty of slack between the ribbon spools, place the ribbon

onto the Ribbon Shafts as shown below.

Ribbon path

Ribbon Shaft

Ribbon Take

up Roll

Print Head Block

Ribbon Stopper

Ribbon Shaft

NOTES:

1. When attaching the ribbon stoppers, make sure that the pinchers face into the printer

Be sure to remove any slack in

the ribbon before printing. Printing with a wrinkled ribbon will reduce the print quality.

3. The Ribbon Sensor is mounted on the rear of the Print Head Block to detect a ribbon end. When a ribbon end is detected a “NO RIBBON” message will appear on the display and the ERROR LED will illuminate.

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