Toshiba B-SP2D User Manual

TEC Portable Printer
B-SP2D SERIES
Owner’s Manual
CE Compliance (for EU only)
This product complies with the requirements of EMC, Low Voltage and R&TTE Directives including their amendments.
FCC Notice 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.
“This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference­Causing Equipment Regulations.” “Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.”
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.
Some types of this product are equipped with a wireless communication device, such as, TEC-BTM and TEC-WLM. Please be sure to read the enclosed Precautions for Handling
of Wireless Communication Devices before using this product.
IrCOMM (9-wire) is a trademark owned by Link Evolution Corporation and is used by TOSHIBA TEC under lincense.
IrDA Protocol Stack Deep Core
TM
© Link Evolution Corp. All right Reserved.
(for CANADA only)
Copyright © 2004 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION All Rights Reserved 570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN
Safety Precautions
Precautions for Handling of Wireless Communication Devices
Bluetooth® Module: TEC-BTM (GH30 model) Wireless LAN Module: TEC-WLM (GH40 model)
Trade Mark
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and used by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION under license from Japan Total Design Communication Co., Ltd.
Cautions
General
For all countries and areas
This product is a wireless communication device, and the use of this product is restricted to the following countries or areas. If the product is used in the countries or areas other than the following, you may be punished according to the laws of those countries or areas.
Japan, USA, Canada, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico*,
Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Hungary, Liechtenstein
*: Applicable only to the Bluetooth Module.
For Europe
Hereby, TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION, declares that this TEC-BTM is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
This equipment uses a radio frequency band that has not been harmonised throughout all EU and EFTA countries, and can be used in the following countries.
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Hungary, Liechtenstein
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Safety Precautions
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.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
For safety
Do not use this product in locations where use may be forbidden, for example, in an aeroplane or a hospital. If you do not know the forbidden areas, please refer to and follow the airline company or medical institution guidelines. Flight instrument or medical equipment may be affected, causing a serious accident.
Since this product uses extremely low power compared with mobile phones, it cannot possibly interfere the pacemakers and defibrillators. However, if the use of this product should be likely to have affected the pacemaker or defibrillator, immediately stop using the product and contact your TOSHIBA TEC sales agent.
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Safety Precautions
Do not disassemble, modify, or repair the product. Doing so may cause injury. Also, modification is against the Laws and Regulations for Radio Equipment. Please ask your TOSHIBA TEC sales agent for repair.
Precaution in use
This product communicates with other devices by radio. Depending on the installation location, orientation, environment, etc., its communication performance may deteriorate or devices installed near by may be affected.
Keep away from a microwave. Communication performance may deteriorate or a communication error may occur due to the radio emitted from a microwave.
Since the Bluetooth and wireless LAN use the same radio frequency band, each radio wave may interfere with each other when they are used at the same time, causing a deterioration of communication performance or a disconnection of network. If there is any problem with connection, please stop using either Bluetooth or wireless LAN.
Do not use the product on a metal table or near a metal object. Communication performance may be deteriorated.
TEC-BTM Specification
Bluetooth class 2
Built-in protocol stack activated by Bluetooth V1.1 serial port profile
Operating temperature: -5 to 50°C 25% to 85%RH (No condensation)
Dimensions: 38.1 mm (W) x 25.4 mm (H) x 7 mm (D)
TEC-WLM Specification
Built-in IEEE802 Part 11b (802.11b)
Operating temperature: -5 to 50°C 25% to 85%RH (No condensation)
Dimensions: 67.8 mm (W) x 36.8 mm (H) x 7.5 mm (D)
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by manufacturer for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION!
1. To avoid injury, be careful not to catch or jam your fingers while opening or closing the cover.
2. Do not touch moving parts. To reduce the risk that fingers, jewellery, clothing, etc., be drawn into the moving parts, turn off the power switch to stop movement.
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 and written inside or outside of the printer should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment. Do not attempt to effect repairs to this equipment. If a fault occurs that cannot be rectified using the procedures described in this manual, turn off the power, then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
Safety Precautions
This Owner's Manual and the products (machines) which you have purchased contain indications which should be observed in order to use the machines safely and prevent harm to yourself and others and damage to property. The meanings of these indications and symbols are given below. Read these indications and become familiar with their contents before reading this Owner's Manual.
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WARNING
This indicates that there is the risk of death or serious injury if the machines are handled
improperly or contrary to this indication.
If water or any other liquid enters the machine, turn off the power. Continuous use of the machine under such conditions may cause fire or electric shock.
If the enclosure is damaged when dropped or subject to shock, turn off the power. Continuous use of the machine under such conditions may cause fire or electric shock.
Avoid continuous exposure to direct sunlight or high temperature as this may cause fire.
Do not remove covers or modify the machine by yourself. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
Avoid water, operation with wet hands or cleaning with a moistened cloth. Failure to do this may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not wipe the machine with a cloth moistened with thinner or other volatile solvent as this may cause fire or electric shock.
Use the specified battery only. Failure to do this may cause fire or electric shock.
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the battery only with TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION, Battery Pack Model B-SP2D-BT, 7.4 V 1400 mAh Li-ion. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instruction.
ATTENTION: II ya denger d'explosion s'il ya remplacement incorrect de la batterrie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d'un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
Do not disassemble and modify the battery because it has a protection unit in it. Doing so may break the protection unit, causing the battery to heat up, burst or burn.
If the battery gets wet, dry it completely. Using a wet battery may cause fire or electric shock.
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Safety Precautions
Be aware of the following precautions when using batteries. Otherwise they could heat up, burst or burn.
Do not throw the battery into fire or heat it with a microwave or oven,
etc.
Do not load the battery with the electrodes reversed.
Do not connect the electrodes with metal objects like wire. Do not
carry or store the battery along with metal objects such as necklaces, hairpins, etc.
Do not stick a needle into, hammer, step on, or drop the battery.
Do not solder the battery.
Do not leave the battery where the temperature is more than 60°
centigrade, such as inside a car or in direct sunlight.
This indicates that there is the risk of personal injury
CAUTION
or damage to objects if the machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.
Keep away from flame or other sources of heat. Failure to do this may cause fire or machine failure.
Do not drop or shock the machine as this may cause machine failure.
During lightning, turn off and keep away from the machine because of danger of electric shock and machine failure.
Avoid locations subject to rapid change in temperature as this causes condensation, causing electric shock or machine failure.
Do not damage the print head, platen or strip roller with a sharp object. Doing so may cause machine failure.
Do not touch or contact the print head element with a metal object. Doing so may cause machine failure.
Use the specified media only. Failure to do this may cause machine failure.
Be sure to turn off the machine before replacing the battery, or machine failure may occur.
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Do not charge the battery near flame or under direct sunlight. High temperature may activate or damage the protection unit of the battery, disabling the electric charge or causing it to overheat, burst, or burn.
Unload the battery when the machine will not be used for a long time. Failure to do this may cause machine failure.
Keep the battery away from flame, a heat source or other locations subject to high temperature. Failure to do this may cause it to over heat or burn.
Use the specified battery charger only. Failure to do this may cause the battery to overheat, burst or burn.
Do not force the battery into the machine or battery charger. Doing so may cause the battery to overheat, burst or burn. Check for the correct electrode.
Do not connect the battery to a power outlet or a car cigarette lighter jack as this may cause the battery to overheat, burst or burn.
Because the B-SP2D-BT battery is exclusively for the B-SP2D printer, do not use the battery in other machines. Doing so may damage the battery or affect the performance and life of the battery.
Precautions
The following precautions will help to ensure that this machine will continue to function correctly.
(1) Try to avoid locations that have the following adverse conditions:
* Temperatures below -5°C and above 40°C * Direct sunlight * Excessive vibration
(2) 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.
(3) USE ONLY TOSHIBA TEC SPECIFIED media.
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(4) DO NOT STORE the media where it might be exposed to direct
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, dust, or gas.
(5) Any data stored in the memory of the printer could be lost during a
printer fault.
(6) DO NOT open the media cover and battery cover during operation.
Doing so will stop printer operation.
(7) DO NOT scratch the surface of printed labels or receipt with a
sharp object.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 1-1
1.1 APPLICABLE MODEL .............................................. 1-2
1.2 ACCESSORIES ........................................................ 1-2
2. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 2-1
2.1 PRINTER .................................................................. 2-1
2.2 SERIAL INTERFACE (RS-232C) .............................. 2-2
2.3 BLUETOOTH INTERFACE ...................................... 2-2
2.4 WIRELESS LAN INTERFACE .................................. 2-3
2.5 IrDA INTERFACE ..................................................... 2-3
2.6 BATTERY ................................................................. 2-4
2.7 MEDIA ...................................................................... 2-5
3. APPEARANCE ................................................................. 3-1
3.1 FRONT VIEW ........................................................... 3-1
3.2 INTERIOR ................................................................. 3-2
3.3 OPERATION PANEL ................................................ 3-2
4. INSTALLING THE PRINTER ............................................ 4-1
4.1 LOADING THE BATTERY ........................................ 4-1
4.2 INSTALLING THE MEDIA GUIDE ............................ 4-3
4.3 INSTALLING THE MEDIA GUIDE
FOR OUTSIDE WOUND PAPER ........................ 4-5
5. LOADING THE MEDIA ..................................................... 5-1
6. SECURING THE PRINTER TO YOUR WAIST ................ 6-1
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7. CONNECTING THE SERIAL INTERFACE CABLE ......... 7-1
8. ISSUING THE MEDIA ...................................................... 8-1
9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA ................................. 9-1
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE ........................................... 10-1
10.1 CLEANING ............................................................. 10-1
10.2 COVERS................................................................. 10-3
10.3 REMOVING JAMMED MEDIA ................................ 10-3
11. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 11-1
CAUTION!
1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the 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.
1. INTRODUCTION
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1. INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the TEC B-SP2D series portable printer.
This printer displays its high performance with extraordinarily high speed printing up to 80 mm/sec. It has a considerably compact and light body ­44 mm in height, 114 mm in width and 91 mm* in depth, weighing about 380 g*.
(*: For the GH40 model, 101 mm in depth and 410 g in weight.)
Besides the RS-232C, IrDA, Bluetooth, and wireless LAN which require no cable for data transmission between a handy terminal and the printer are adopted as data communication method.
Owing to a low power consumption design and use of a chargeable lithium-ion battery as a power source, this printer can issue max. 650 pieces of 40-mm pitch labels with a fully-charged battery. (The number of labels varies depending on the operating environment, print condition, etc.)
An automatic power off function allows obtaining the battery driving time to the maximum. There are four choices of the setting time: 1 minute, 5 minutes, 30 minutes and 120 minutes.
Loading a label roll is very simple; just put a label roll into the printer and close the media cover. A belt holder provided on the rear of the printer enables the printer to be held hands-free at your waist for improved productivity.
This manual contains general set-up and maintenance information 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.
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 APPLICABLE MODEL
B-SP2D Series Model name description
B - S P 2 D - G H 2 0 -Q M
Dot density of the print head
Destination
Interface
20: IrDA + RS-232C 30: IrDA + Bluetooth
40: IrDA + Wireless LAN
Print mode
H: Batch/Strip mode
G: 8 dots/mm
1.2 ACCESSORIES
Owner’s Manual (1 copy)
Battery (1 pc.) Media Guide (2 pcs.)
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Belt Holder (1 pc.) Media Guide for Outside
SMW-3x8 Screw (2 pcs.)
Wound Paper (1 pc.)
Ferrite Core (1 pc.) (GH20 model only)
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Cable Clamp (1 pc.) (GH20 model only)
SMW-3x8 Screw (1 pc.) (GH20 model only)
2. SPECIFICATIONS
2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 PRINTER
Item
Dimensions
Weight
Operating Temperature Operating humidity Print mode Print head Print method Print head dot density Print speed Effective print width
(NOTE 2)
Font
Outline Font
(NOTE 2)
Bar code types
2-dimensional code
GH20/30 model: 114mm (W) x 91mm (H) x 44mm (D)
GH40 model: 114mm (W) x 101mm (H) x 44mm (D)
GH20/30 model: Approx. 380 g (Including a battery)
GH40 model: Approx. 410 g (Including a battery)
-5°C to 40°C 25% to 85% RH (No condensation) Batch mode/Strip mode Thermal print head Thermal direct 8 dots/mm (203 dpi)
12.5 mm/sec.to 80 mm/sec. 48 mm Standard characters and characters under bar codes (12x24 dots), Bold characters ( 48x96 dots), Writable characters (16x16 dots, 24x24 dots), Price Font1 (16x40 dots), Price Font2 (32x48 dots), Letter Gothic (14.3 point), Presentation (27 point), Helvetica Medium (9, 15, 18 point), Helvetica bold (18, 21 point), Helvetica Italic (18 point), Times New Roman Medium (12, 15, point), Times New Roman Bold (15, 18, 21 point), Times New Roman Italic (18 point), Prestige Elite Medium (10.5 point), Prestige Elite Bold (15 point), Courier Medium (15 point), Courier Bold (18 point), OCR-A (12 point), OCR-B (12 point), GOTHIC725 Black (6 point) TEC Font1, TEC Font1 (Proportional), Price Font NW7, EAN 8, EAN 13, JAN 8, JAN 13, UPC-A, UPC-E, CODE 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, EAN128, CODE128, MSI,
RSS, Customer Bar Code
(NOTE 3)
QR Code, PDF417, Data Matrix, Maxicode, Micro PDF417
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Description
(NOTE 1)
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2.2 SERIAL INTERFACE (RS-232C)
Description
Interface
Item
GH20 model: IrDA + RS-232C GH30 model: IrDA + Bluetooth
GH40 model: IrDA + Wireless LAN
Power source
NOTES: 1. Print speed automatically changes depending on the operating temperature, head
temperature, and battery voltage.
2. Some fonts and bar codes are not available depending on the print mode.
3. Some two-dimensional codes are not available depending on the print mode.
Lithium ion battery 7.4V 1400mA (nominal)
2.2 SERIAL INTERFACE (RS-232C)
The following specification is applicable only to the GH20 model.
Baud rate Protocol
Item
9600 ~ 115,200 bps XON/XOFF, 8 bit data, Even parity, Non parity,
Description
Start bit = 1 bit, Stop bit = 1 bit
Signals
TXD, RXD
2.3 BLUETOOTH INTERFACE
The following specification is applicable only to the GH30 model.
Type
Item
Support profile Radio class Communication method Communicating distance Data code Transmission control Operating mode
Bluetooth V1.1 Serial Port Profile Class 2 Bi-directional (Half-duplex) 3m (360 degrees angle) JIS 8 code, Shift JIS code Credit Based Flow Control Slave mode
Description
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2.4 WIRELESS LAN INTERFACE
2.4 WIRELESS LAN INTERFACE
The following specification is applicable only to the GH40 model.
Item
Communication method Supporting print protocol Communicable distance Client protocol Security protocol Flow control Antenna Parameter setting
IEEE802.11b Socket/LPR 100 m (When there is no obstacle.) DHCP, WINS WEP (40 bits/104 bits), MD5/EAP TCP/IP Built-in Via HTTP, via IrDA
Description
2.5 IrDA INTERFACE
Item
Type
Transmission speed Communicable distance Peak wavelength of the infrared ray Communicable angle Ambient light immunity
Protocol
Data code Error detection
Transmission protocol
Physical layer conforming to IrDA-SIR V1.2 (Low Power) 9,600 ~ 115,200 bps
0.1 m max. 870 nm
±15 degrees max.
1,000 lx max. (under a fluorescent lamp or incandescent lamp)
Start-stop synchronisation, Half duplex transmission
Start bit = 1 bit, Stop bit = 1 bit, 8 bit data, Non parity JIS 8 code, Packed BCD code, Shift JIS code CRC (16 bits), Generating polynomial X16+X12+X5+1 TEC Protocol, Ir COMM (9-WIRE)
Description
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2.6 BATTERY
Item
Type Voltage Capacity
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2.6 BATTERY
Description
Lithium-ion battery DC 7.4V 1400mAh
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.7 MEDIA
Label
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I
E
Tag/Receipt
H
A
B
Feed direction
G
D
C
F
Black Mark (on reverse side)
H
G
D
B
A
E
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2.7 MEDIA
(Unit:mm)
Receipt
No black mark
Variable
Variable
(NOTE 2)
Item
A
Label/Receipt pitch
Label/Receipt length
B
C
Backing paper width
D
Media width
E
Gap/black mark length
F
Distance between the label edge and the
Media
10.0 167.0
7.0 − 160.0
28, 31, 34, 37, 40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 55, 58±0.5
25.0 55.0
1.5 7.0
Label
Strip modeBatch mode
13.0 67.0
10.0 60.0
3.0 7.0
(NOTE 2)
(NOTE 3)
Tag/Receipt
With black mark
10.0 507.0
7.0 − 500.0
28, 31, 34, 37, 40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 55, 58±0.5
3.0 - 7.0
backing paper edge
G
Effective print width
H
Effective print length
I
Margin
7.0 − 160.0
1.0 (gap = 7 mm) 5.0 (gap=3 mm)
Outer roll diameter
Roll direction
NOTES:
1. Do not use the media other than the above to ensure print quality and print head life.
2. 28.0 mm and 31.0 mm are not applicable to the media rolled outside.
3. This specification is applicable only to the media rolled inside. For media rolled outside, the specification is 31.0 mm - 55.0 mm.
48.0
7.0 60.0
36 (max.)
Either is acceptable
7.0 - 500.0
Variable
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3. APPEARANCE
3. APPEARANCE
3.1 FRONT VIEW
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3.1 FRONT VIEW
IrDA Interface Window
Status Indicator
Media Cover
Media Cover Release Catch
Cable Band (GH20 model only)
Power Button
FEED Button
Battery Cover
Cutter
Backing Paper Outlet
Media Outlet
Serial Interface Connector (GH20 model only)
Cable Clamp Securing Hole (GH20 model only)
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3.2 INTERIOR
3.2 INTERIOR
Strip/Batch Sensor
Feed Gap Sensor
Strip Roller
Platen
Print Head
Black Mark/Feed Gap Sensor
Media Holder
Media Guide
Strip Bar
3.3 OPERATION PANEL
FEED Button
When this button is pressed, the printer issues the same label as the one issued last. The function of this button differs depending on the print mode.
Status Indicator (Red/Orange/Green)
The status indicator indicates the printer status; for example, lights when the power is turned on or blinks when an error has occurred. For details, refer to Section 11, Troubleshooting.
Power Button
A push power switch To turn on the power, press this switch once. To turn off the power, press and hold this switch for about 2 seconds. The power will automatically turn off when the specified idle time* (selectable from 1, 5, 30, and 120 minutes) has passed. To turn on the power again, press this button. The time can be selected on the PC.
* Period of time when no operation is performed or no data is sent from the PC.
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4. INSTALLING THE PRINTER
4.1 LOADING THE BATTERY
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4.1 LOADING THE BATTERY
WARNING!
1. Be sure to turn OFF the printer before loading the battery.
2. Use the B-SP2D-BT lithium-ion battery pack only. And to charge the
B-SP2D-BT battery pack, be sure to use the optional B-SP2D-CHG battery charger or B-SP2D-CHG5 5-slot battery charger. Failure to do
this may cause explosion, combustion, or heat.
3. If the battery pack leaks liquid or gives out smoke or bad smell, immediately stop using it and keep it away from fire. Failure to do this may cause explosion or combustion.
4. In the United States, used lithium ion batteries should be returned to the store where you bought the machine. (USA only)
5. LITHIUM ION BATTERY DISPOSE OF PROPERLY Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery.
NOTE: Regarding the charging procedure, refer to the Owner's Manual of
the B-SP2D-CHG or B-SP2D-CHG5.
1) First slide the battery cover (1) and then open the battery cover (2).
(2)
Battery Cover
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4.1 LOADING THE BATTERY
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2) Load a fully charged battery into the printer with the electrode facing down.
NOTE: Load the battery in the correct orientation as indicated in the following
picture.
Battery Pack
3) Close the battery cover completely.
NOTES:
1. If the battery cover is not completely closed, the battery pack may drop
from the printer while it is carried, causing injury.
2. Be careful not to apply excessive force to the battery cover when it is
opened, as this may break the battery cover.
Battery status indication at the power on time
Fully charged: Flashes in red for a few seconds, and then lights in
green.
Battery near end: Flashes in red for a few seconds, and then lights in
orange.
Low battery: Flashes in red for a few seconds, and then lights in red.
If the status indicator does not light at all, there may be one of the following problems:
• The battery pack is not loaded.
• The battery is almost dead. (The battery has been excessively discharged.)
• The printer is faulty.
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4. INSTALLING THE PRINTER
4.2 INSTALLING THE MEDIA GUIDE
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4.2 INSTALLING THE MEDIA GUIDE
WARNING!
A cutter is attached to the inside of the media cover. Care should be taken not to injure your hand with the cutter when opening the cover.
NOTE: The media guides are not required for a 58 mm wide media roll.
1) Slide the media cover release catches inside and open the media cover.
Media Cover
Media Cover Release Catch
2) Fit one media guide into the media holder's edge of the operation panel side, and the other one into a groove which corresponds to the width of media to be used. First insert side (1), then (2) until it snaps in position.
NOTE:Be sure to fit the media guide in parallel with the grooves.
Media Guide
(2)
(1)
Operation Panel Side
Media Holder
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4.2 INSTALLING THE MEDIA GUIDE
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NOTE: When using a 55 mm wide media roll, attach the media guides to
both edges of the media holder. When using a meida roll which is narrower than 55 mm, move only the media guide on the printer's bottom side (opposite side to the operation panel). The position of the media guide of the operation panel side is fixed.
3) To remove the media guide, first unhook side (1), and then (2).
(1)
Media Holder
Media Guide
(2)
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4.3 INSTALLING THE MEDIA GUIDE FOR OUTSIDE WOUND PAPER
4.3 INSTALLING THE MEDIA GUIDE FOR OUTSIDE WOUND PAPER
Either roll direction is acceptable on this printer.
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Outside wound paper
Inside wound paper
However, when using the outside wound paper, it is necessary to fit the media guide for outside wound paper. Without this part, a paper jam may occur.
When fitting the media guide for outside wound paper, insert it into the slits of the printer.
NOTES:
1. When using outside wound paper that is 34 to 55mm wide, first fit the media
guides, and then the media guide for outside wound paper.
2. Do not fit the media guide for outside wound paper when using an inside
wound paper.
Media Guide for Outside Wound Paper
Slit
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5. LOADING THE MEDIA
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5. LOADING THE MEDIA
WARNING!
A cutter is attached to the inside of the media cover. Care should be taken not to injure your hand with the cutter when opening the cover.
This printer prints both labels and receipts. When loading the media, you do not have to turn off the power.
1. Slide the media cover release catches inside and open the media cover.
Media Cover
Media Cover Release Catch
2. Put a label roll or a receipt roll into the media holder unit in the orientation
as shown below.
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Batch issue
1. Insert the leading edge of the label roll into the media outlet.
2. Close the media cover completely. Make sure that the media cover release catches snap back into position.
Media Cover Release Catch
Media Cover Release Catch
3. When the label or tag has been loaded in the power on state, the label or tag will be automatically fed to adjust the print start position (only when the black mark or feed gap sensor is selected). Receipt paper will not be fed automatically.
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Strip issue
1. Unroll the label roll a little and remove a label.
2. Close the media cover completely. Make sure that the media cover release catches snap back into position.
Media Cover Release Catch
Media Cover Release Catch
3. When the label has been loaded in the power on state, the label will be automatically fed to adjust the print start position (only when the feed gap sensor is selected).
NOTE: Be sure to take up any slack in the media roll before closing the media
cover. An incompletely closed cover will cause a media skew, print position misalignment, poor print quality, paper jam, etc.
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6. SECURING THE PRINTER TO YOUR WAIST
6. SECURING THE PRINTER TO YOUR WAIST
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6. SECURING THE PRINTER TO YOUR WAIST
CAUTION!
Care should be taken not to drop the printer when securing it to your waist.
1) Attach the enclosed belt holder to the printer back with the two SMW-3x8 screws. It can be attached both horizontally and vertically.
Belt Holder
SMW-3x8
Screw
NOTE: When attaching the belt holder horizontally, the printer's upper side
should be positioned upside.
2) Insert the belt holder into your belt and lower the printer to secure it to your waist.
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7. CONNECTING THE SERIAL INTERFACE CABLE
7. CONNECTING THE SERIAL INTERFACE CABLE
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7. CONNECTING THE SERIAL INTERFACE CABLE (GH20 model only)
1) Turn off the printer.
2) Place the printer upside down, and connect the serial interface cable to the
printer.
3) Secure the serial interface cable tightly to the printer with the cable band.
Then, fold back the cable band's end and insert it into any of the openings of the band.
NOTE: If the serial interface cable is still loose, wind it around the cable
band one time as shown below.
Serial Interface Cable
Cable Band
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4) Secure the serial interface cable to the printer with the enclosed cable
clamp and SMW-3x8 screw as shown in the picture below.
NOTE: Allow the cable between the connector and the cable clamp to
slack. Failure to do this may damage the internal wire or connector terminal.
5) Put the enclosed ferrite core on the serial interface cable between the
connector and the cable clamp.
Ferrite Core
Serial Interface Cable
SMW-3x8 Screw
Cable Clamp
NOTE: Use the serial interface cable model CABLE-SP2D-S or
equivalent which meets the following specifications:
- 1.2 m long
- Shield type
- When in use, the enclosed ferrite core is attached.
- Printer side connector is 8-pin Male MINI DIN type.
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8. ISSUING THE MEDIA
NOTES:
1. Radio communication between a handy terminal and the B-SP2D printer is guaranteed when the handy terminal is in the operator’s hand and the printer is secured at the waist. Proper radio communication may not be obtained when used on other conditions and in areas subject to noise and radio interference.
2. Be sure to disconnect the RS-232C interface cable from the printer before performing IrDA communication.
3. IrDA is available on the condition indicated below. The following performance is obtained under fluorescent light (max. 1000 lx). Care must be taken to prevent the direct sunlight or intensive light from coming into the IrDA interface window. Failure to do this may cause a
communication failure.
Handy Terminal
Handy Terminal
max. 10 cm
Printer
max. 10 cm
Printer
4. In the case of Bluetooth communication, make sure that there is
nothing to block the radio between the printer and the PC or handy terminal. Failure to do this may cause a communication failure.
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1. Turn on the printer.
NOTES:
1. For the GH30 model, pressing and holding the power button causes the printer to automatically issue a label on which the bar code indicating the Bluetooth device address is printed.
2. For the GH40 model, pressing and holding the power button causes the printer to automatically issue a label on which the parameters regarding the wireless LAN, such as, IP address, MAC address, ESS-ID, etc. are printed.
IP Address
ESS-ID
MAC Address
IP Address
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2. Send data from the handy terminal to the printer. (Regarding the operation of the handy terminal, please refer to the handy terminal’s operating manual.)
(IrDA Communication Sample)
(Bluetooth and Wireless LAN (Adhoc) Communication Sample)
(Wireless LAN (Infrastracture) Communication Sample)
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3. Issuing media
When issuing the labels in batch mode, the number of labels can be
specified. To re-issue the labels, press the FEED button. This operation differs depending on the print mode.
When issuing the labels in strip mode, the printer prints labels one by
one each time the FEED button is pressed. Before issuing the next label, remove the printed label. This operation differs depending on the print mode.
NOTE: Trim off the backing paper coming from the backing paper outlet.
When issuing a receipt, press the FEED button after printed to feed it
to the position where it is easily cut. Each time the FEED button is pressed, the receipt is fed for 20 mm.
4. Trim off the printed media upward or downward with the cutter.
NOTE: Do not pull the media toward the feed direction, as this will misalign
the print position of the next media.
Cutter
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9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA
9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA
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9. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA
CAUTION!
Be sure to read carefully and understand the Supply Manual. Use only media that meets specified requirements. Use of non-specified media may shorten the head life and result in problems with bar code readability or print quality. All media should be handled with care to avoid any damage to the media or printer. Read the following guideline carefully.
Do not store the media for longer than the manufactures recommended
shelf life.
Store media rolls on the flat end, do not store them on the curved sides
as this might flatten that side causing erratic media advance and poor print quality.
Store the media in plastic bags and always reseal after opening.
Unprotected media can get dirty and the extra abrasion from the dust and dirt particles will shorten the print head life.
Store the media in a cool, dry place. Avoid areas where they would be
exposed to direct sunlight, high temperature, high humidity, dust or gas.
The thermal paper used for direct thermal printing must not have
specifications which exceed Ca++ 800 ppm, Na+ 800 ppm, K+ 800 ppm and Cl– 600 ppm.
Some ink used on pre-printed labels may contain components which
shorten the print head's product life. Do not use labels pre-printed with ink which contains hard substances such as carbonic calcium (CaCO3) and kaolin (Al2O3, 2SiO2, 2H2O).
For further information please contact your local distributor or your media manufacturer.
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10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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10.1 CLEANING
10. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
1. Be sure to turn off the printer and remove the battery pack prior to performing any maintenance.
2. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer.
3. Care should be taken not to injure your hand with the cutter when cleaning.
CAUTION!
1. Do not touch the print head element with bare hands, as static may
damage the print head.
2. Do not use any tool that may damage the print head.
3. Never use the volatile solvents such as thinner or benzene for cleaning,
as this may damage the sensor window, causing a paper feed error or machine failure.
4. DO NOT APPLY cleaner or detergent directly onto any cover or panel.
5. DO NOT clean the covers with alcohol as it may cause them to discolour, lose their shape or develop structural weakness.
10.1 CLEANING
To help retain the high quality and performance of your printer it should be regularly cleaned. The greater the usage of the printer, the more frequent the cleaning. (i.e. low usage = weekly: high usage = daily).
1. Turn off the printer, open the battery cover, and remove the battery pack.
2. Open the media cover.
3. Remove the media roll from the printer.
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10.1 CLEANING
4. Clean the print head element with a print head cleaner, cotton swab, or soft cloth slightly moistened with ethyl alcohol.
NOTE: Please purchase the print head cleaner (P/No. 24089500013) from
your authorised TOSHIBA TEC service representative.
Soft Cloth
Cutter
Print Head Element
5. Wipe the cutter, platen, and strip roller with a soft cloth moistened with ethyl alcohol. Remove dust or foreign substances from the internal parts of the printer, if any.
6. Remove paper particles or stains from the feed gap sensor, black mark/ feed gap sensor, and the strip/batch sensor with a soft cloth.
Strip Roller
Feed Gap Sensor
Black Mark/Feed
Strip/Batch Sensor
Gap Sensor
Platen
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10.2 COVERS
10.2 COVERS
1. Turn off the power, open the battery cover, and remove the battery pack.
2. The covers should be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth slightly
dampened with a mild detergent solution.
NOTE: Clean the printer cover with an electrostatic free cleaner for automated
office equipment.
10.3 REMOVING JAMMED MEDIA
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the media cover.
3. Remove the media roll from the printer.
4. Remove the jammed media. DO NOT USE any sharp implement or tool as these could damage the printer.
5. Clean the print head and platen, then remove any further dust or foreign substances.
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11. TROUBLESHOOTING
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11.TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
If you cannot solve a problem with the following solutions, do not attempt to repair it by yourself. Turn off the printer, then contact your TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.
When a problem occurs during operation, the status indicator will blink or light. Refer to the following troubleshooting guide and take corrective action.
Status
Indicator
Blinks in
Red
Cause
Media end
The media cover is open.
The printer is jammed with media.
The print head element is broken.
The print head temperature reached the upper limit of the operating temperature.
A communication error occurred.
Flash ROM write error or erase error occurred.
Corrective action
Load a new media roll.
Close the media cover completely.
Turn off the printer, remove the jammed media, and re-load the media roll correctly.
Contact a TOSHIBA TEC service representative for repair.
Open the media cover and allow the print head to cool.
Check that the interface cable is connected firmly. Check the communication parameters.
Open the media cover and close it again. If the error occurs again, remove the battery pack and ask TOSHIBA TEC representative for repair.
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Status
Indicator
Blinks in
Red
Lights
in Red
Lights
in
Orange
Blinks
in
Green
or
Orange
Lights
in
Cause
There is insufficient area in the flash ROM.
The print mode is not selected correctly.
The battery voltage is low.
The battery is nearly end.
The printer is printing or communicating with the PC or handy terminal.
The power is on.
Green
Other problems
The printer power does not turn on by pressing the power switch.
In spite of using a fully charged battery, it does not last long.
Open the media cover and close it again. Erase the data.
Open the media cover and close it again. Send the correct print mode from the PC or handy terminal.
Turn off the printer and replace the battery with a fully charged one.
Replace the battery with a fully charged one as soon as possible.
Wait until the printer finishes printing or communicating.
This is not a failure or an error.
Cause
The battery pack is not loaded.
The battery life is expired.
Corrective action
Corrective action
Load a fully charged battery pack.
Replace the battery with a new one which has been fully charged.
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Other problems
The printer stops printing each time one label is issued.
IrDA communication cannot be used.
Cause
The battery is nearly end.
The battery life is expired.
The printer power is not turned on.
The printer is apart from the PC or handy terminal for over 10cm.
The printer is not positioned in a communicable angle.
Direct sunlight is coming into the IrDA interface window.
The IrDA interface window is dirty.
The serial interface cable is connected. (GH20 model only)
The printer is communi­cating with the PC or handy terminal by the Bluetooth. (GH30 model only)
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Corrective action
Replace the battery with a fully charged one.
Replace the battery with a new one which has been fully charged.
Turn on the power.
Move the printer closer, within 10cm.
Move the printer to the proper position.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Clean the IrDA interface window.
Disconnect the serial interface cable from the printer.
Terminate the Bluetooth communication.
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Other problems
IrDA communication cannot be used.
Serial interface communication cannot be used. (GH20 model only)
Cause
The communication mode is incorrect.
The printer ID is incorrect.
The IrDA interface window faces improper direction.
The print mode is incorrect.
The transmission rate is incorrect.
The printer power is not turned on.
The serial interface cable is not connected.
The print mode is incorrect.
The transmission rate is incorrect.
Corrective action
Send the correct communication mode.
Set the correct printer ID on the PC or handy terminal.
Move the printer so that the IrDA interface window faces the PC's or handy terminal's one.
Correct the print mode.
Correct the transmission rate.
Turn on the power.
Firmly connect the serial interface cable.
Correct the print mode.
Correct the transmission rate.
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Other problems
Inquiries cannot be made by the Bluetooth. (GH30 model only)
Bluetooth communica­tion cannot be used. (GH30 model only)
Cause
The printer power is not turned on.
The printer is posi­tioned out of communi­cation range.
The operating area is subject to noise or interference.
One minute has passed since the printer power was turned on.
The printer power is not turned on.
The printer is posi­tioned out of communi­cation range.
The operating area is subject to noise or interference.
The printer address is not correctly set on the PC or handy terminal.
The print mode is incorrect.
Corrective action
Turn on the power.
Move the printer closer, within 3 m.
Avoid such locations.
Make an inquiry within one minute after power on.
Turn on the power.
Move the printer closer, within 3 m.
Avoid such locations.
Set the correct printer address.
Correct the print mode.
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Other problems
Wireless LAN communication cannot be used. (GH40 model only)
Cause
The printer power is not turned on.
The printer is posi­tioned out of communi­cation range.
Obstacle blocks the radio wave.
The operating area is subject to noise or interference.
The printer address is not correctly set on the PC or handy terminal.
The channel of the access point, the PC, or handy terminal is not correctly set.
The print mode is incorrect.
Corrective action
Turn on the power.
Move the printer closer to the position where the communication is possible.
Avoid locations where there is any obstacle between the printer and the access point, PC or handy terminal.
Avoid such locations.
Set the correct printer address.
Use the channel which does not interfere the adjacent access points.
Correct the print mode.
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Other problems
Print failure
Blurred print
The printer receives print data but does not print.
Cause
The print head is dirty.
The media is discol­oured.
Un-specified media is used.
The media cover release catches are not locked completely.
Un-specified media is used.
The battery life is expired.
The status indicator lights or blinks in red.
The media is not loaded correctly.
Corrective action
Clean the print head.
Replace the media roll with a new one.
Replace the media roll with the proper one.
Close the media cover so that the media cover release catches snap back into position.
Replace the media roll with the proper one.
Replace the battery with a new one which has been fully charged.
Clear the error.
Re-load the media correctly.
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