Toshiba B-492L, R-TH10 User Manual

TEC Barcode Printer

B-492L/R-TH10 SERIES

Owner’s Manual

(

For QP

CE Compliance (for EU only)

This product complies with the requirements of EMC and Low Voltage Directives including their amendments.

VORSICHT:

•

Schallemission: unter 70dB (A) nach DIN 45635 (oder ISO 7779) Die für das Gerät Vorgesehene Steckdose muß in der Nähe des Gerät es und leicht zugänglich sein.

•

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.

Ce produit est de classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, il peut causer des interférences radio. Auquel cas, l’utilisateur sera amené à prendre les mesures adéquates.

Dies ist ein Klasse A Produkt. In einer örtlichen Umgebung kann dieses G erät Funkst örungen verursachen.

WARNING!

ATTENTION!

WARNUNG!

¡ATENCIÓN!

Este es un producto de la clase A. En ambientes domésticos éste producto puede causar radio interferencias en cuyo caso el usuario deberá tomar las medidas oportunas.

VERWITTIGING!

Dit is een klasse A produkt. Het gebruik hiervan kan radio interferenties veroorz aken die de gebruiker ertoe kunnen dwingen sommige maatregelen te moeten treffen.

ATTENZIONE!

Questo è un prodotto in Classe A . In un contesto domestico, questo prodotto può causare interferenze radio ,per le quali l’utente dovrebbe prendere le adeguate precauzioni.

For QQ

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 f requency 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 int er ference at his own expense.

for USA onl

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

“This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.” “Cet appareil numériq ue de la classe A respecte t outes les exigences du Règlement sur le matér iel brouilleur du Canada.”

for CANADA only)

Safety Summary

6DIHW\6XPPDU\

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, then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.

0HDQLQJVRI(DFK6\PERO

This 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

(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”.)

symbol.

EO1-33032

$Q\ RWKHU WKDQ WKH VSHFLILHG $& YROWDJH LV SURKLELWHG

3URKLELWHG

:$51,1*

Do not use voltages other than the voltage (AC) specified on th e rating plate, as thi s may cause

fire

electric shock

If the machines share the same outlet with any other electrical appliances which consume large amounts 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

electric shock

Do not insert or drop metal, flammable or other foreign objects into th e machines through the ventilation slits, as this may cause

fire

electric shock

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

3URKLELWHG

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

Do not place metal objects or water-filled containers such as flower vases, flower pots or mugs, etc. on top of the machines. If metal objects or spilled liquid enter the machines, this may cause or

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

electric shock

fire

electrical shock.

fire

'LVFRQQHFW WKH SOXJ

If the machines are dropped or their cabinets damaged, first turn off the power switches and disconnect the power cord plugs from the outlet, and then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of the machine in that condition may cause

electric shock

fire

'LVFRQQHFW WKH SOXJ

Continued use of the machines in an abnormal condition such as when the machines are producing smoke or strange smells may cause

fire

electric shock

cases, immediately turn off the power switches and disconnect the power cord plugs from the outlet. Then, contact your au thorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.

. In these

( ) i

Safety Summary

EO1-33032

'LVFRQQHFW WKH SOXJ

&RQQHFW D JURXQGLQJ ZLUH

If foreign objects (metal fragments, water, liquids) enter the machines, first turn off the power switches and disconnect the power cord plugs from the outlet, and then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of the machine in that condition may cause

electric shock

Ensure that the equipment is properly grounded. Extension cables should also be grounded.

Fire

or occur on improperly grounded equipment.

electric shock

fire

could

'LVFRQQHFW WKH SOXJ

1R GLVDVVHPEOLQJ

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

fire

and cause

Do not remove covers, repair or modify the machine by yourself. You may be voltage, very hot parts or sharp edges inside the machin e.

electric shock

injured

by high

&$87,21

This indicates that there is the risk of personal

Injury

objects if the machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.

damage

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 machines, as these items may become unbalanced and fall

causing injury.

●

Do not block the ventilation slits of the machines, as this will cause heat to build up inside the

machines and may cause fire.

●

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

●

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

●

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

Request Regarding Maintenance

●

Utilize our maintenance services.

After purchasing the machine, contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance

once a year to have the inside of the machine cleaned. Otherwise, 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 the periodic checks and other work required to maintain

the quality and performance of the machines, preventing accidents beforehand.

For details, please consult your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.

●

Using insecticides and other chemicals

Do not expose the machines to insecticides or other volatile solvents. This will cause the cabinet or other parts to deteriorate or cause the paint to peel.

( ) ii

EO1-33032

Page

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

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

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

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

1.4 Accessories ...................................................................................................................1-1

1.5 Appearance of the Printer...............................................................................................1-2

1.5.1 Dimensions..................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.5.2 Front View...................................................................................................................... 1-3

1.5.3 Side View ....................................................................................................................... 1-3

1.5.4 Interior ............................................................................................................................ 1-4

1.5.5 Operation Panel............................................................................................................. 1-4

1.6 Appearance of the Power Supply Unit ............................................................................1-5

1.6.1 Dimensions..................................................................................................................... 1-5

1.6.2 Front View...................................................................................................................... 1-5

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

2.1 Precautions ....................................................................................................................2-1

2.2 Procedure before Operation ...........................................................................................2-2

2.3 Fitting the Fan Filter........................................................................................................2-2

2.4 Connecting the Cables to Your Printer............................................................................2-3

2.5 Connecting the Power Cord............................................................................................2-4

2.6 Turning the Printer ON/OFF............................................................................................2-5

2.6.1 Turning ON the Printer................................................................................................... 2-5

2.6.2 Turning OFF the Printer................................................................................................. 2-5

2.7 Loading the Media..........................................................................................................2-6

2.8 Loading the Ribbon ......................................................................................................2-11

2.9 Inserting the Optional PCMCIA Cards ..........................................................................2-12

2.10 Test Print......................................................................................................................2-13

3. ON LINE MODE ......................................................................................................................3-1

3.1 Operation Panel..............................................................................................................3-1

3.2 Operation........................................................................................................................3-2

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

4.1 Cleaning.........................................................................................................................4-1

4.1.1 Print Head/Platen........................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1.2 Media Guide Plate/Pinch Roller/Sensors....................................................................... 4-2

4.1.3 Paper Holder.................................................................................................................. 4-4

4.1.4 Covers and Panels......................................................................................................... 4-4

4.2 Care/Handling of the Media and Ribbon.........................................................................4-5

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

5.1 Error Messages..............................................................................................................5-1

5.2 Possible Problems..........................................................................................................5-2

5.3 Removing Jammed Media..............................................................................................5-3

5.4 Threshold Setting ...........................................................................................................5-3

6. PRINTER OPERATION...........................................................................................................6-1

6.1 Overview ........................................................................................................................6-1

6.2 Installing the Printer Drivers............................................................................................6-1

6.2.1 System Requirements.................................................................................................... 6-2

6.2.2 Driver Installation............................................................................................................ 6-2

6.2.3 Uninstalling the TEC B-492 Printer Driver..................................................................... 6-6

EO1-33032

APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................ A1-1

A1.1 Printer.......................................................................................................................... A1-1

A1.2 Options........................................................................................................................ A1-2

A1.3 Media .......................................................................................................................... A1-2

A1.3.1 Media Type.................................................................................................................A1-2

A1.3.2 Detection Area of the Transmissive Sensor...............................................................A1-3

A1.3.3 Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor ....................................................................A1-4

A1.3.4 Effective Print Area.....................................................................................................A1-4

A1.4 Ribbon......................................................................................................................... A1-5

APPENDIX 2 MESSAGES AND LED ......................................................................................... A2-1

APPENDIX 3 INTERFACE.......................................................................................................... A3-1

APPENDIX 4 SYSTEM MODE.................................................................................................... A4-1

A4.1 Operation Panel........................................................................................................... A4-1

A4.2 Overview ..................................................................................................................... A4-2

A4.3 Reset Mode................................................................................................................. A4-3

A4.4 Self-Diagnostic Test .................................................................................................... A4-3

A4.5 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment.............................................................................. A4-6

A4.6 Test Print................................................................................................................... A4-14

A4.7 Dump Mode............................................................................................................... A4-20

A4.8 Additional Information................................................................................................ A4-21

A4.8.1 Self-Diagnostic Test Result Sample and Descriptions.............................................A4-21

A4.8.2 Maintenance Counter/Parameter Check Print Sample and Descriptions................A4-24

A4.8.3 Magnified Views of Slant Line Pattern......................................................................A4-27

APPENDIX 5 PRINT SAMPLES ................................................................................................. A5-1

GLOSSARIES INDEX

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 Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

(

EO1-33032

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Features

1.3 Unpacking

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 pads for future transportation of the printer.

NOTES:

1.4 Accessories

Thank you for choosing the TEC B-492L/R series barcode printer. This Owner’s Manual contains valuable information from general set-up to confirming the printer's operation using test prints. You should read it carefully to help you gain maximum performance and life from your printer. This manual should be kept close at hand for everyday reference. Please contact your TOSHIBA TEC representative for further information concerning this manual.

The B-492L/R printer has the following features:

•

Superior hardware, including a specially developed 12 dots/mm (300 dots/inch) thermal print head which gives very clear print quality at print speeds of 127 mm/sec. (5 inches/sec.), 203.2 mm/sec. (8 inches/sec.), and 254 mm/sec. (10 inches/sec.).

•

Separation of the power supply unit realized a compact body of the printer.

•

When the optional interface board is installed, Web functions such as remote maintenance and other advanced network functions are available.

•

The PCMCIA Interface Board and the KB-80-QM Keyboard Unit are provided as optional equipment.

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

When unpacking the printer, please check that the following accessories are supplied with the printer.

Owner’s Manual (1 copy)



(Doc./No. EO1-33032)



US Power Cord (1 pc.)

(P/No. FBCB0030202)

TEC Label/Tag Printer

B-492-QQ

Owner?s Manual

TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION

1.1 Introduction



CD-ROM



Fan Filter

(P/No. FMBB0036801)



EU Power Cord (1 pc.)

P/No.: EKA-0055001)

(P/No. FMQB0083801)

1- 1

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

5x 5.5

117.5 (4.6)

223 (8.8) 18 (0.7)

5 (0.2)

256 (10.1)

265 (10.4)

5 (0.2)

300 (11.8)

100 (3.9)

149.3 (5.9)

264 (10.4)

300 (11.8)

282 (11.1)

232.5 (9.2)

209.3 (8.2)

10 (0.4)

125 (4.9)

EO1-33032

1.5 Appearance of the Printer

1.5.1 Dimensions

125 (4.9)

264 (10.4)

300 (11.8)

10 (0.4)

232.5 (9.2)

209.3 (8.2)

[L Type]

[R Type]

18 (0.7)

100 (3.9)

282 (11.1)

149.3 (5.9)

5 (0.2)

265 (10.4)

300 (11.8)

117.5 (4.6)

1.5 Appearance of the Printer

Dimension: mm+(inch)

223 (8.8)

117.5 (4.6)

5x 5.5

256 (10.1)

1- 2

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

EO1-33032

1.5 Appearance of the Printer

1.5.2 Front View

Top Cover

Operation Panel

Supply Window

Media Inlet

Media Guide

[L Type] [R Type]

1.5.3 Side View

Keyboard Interface Connector

DC Power Connector

Serial Interface Connector (RS-232C)

PCMCIA Card Slot (2 slots)

Parallel Interface Connector (Centronics)

Expansion I/O Interface Connector

Print Head

[L Type] [R Type]

1- 3

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FEED RESTART PAUSE

POWER ON LINE ERROR

[

]

EO1-33032

1.5 Appearance of the Printer

1.5.4 Interior

Ribbon Stopper

Ribbon Shaft Holder Plate

Ribbon Shaft

Head Lever

Strip Roller Release Lever

Pinch Roller Lever

[L Type] [R Type]

1.5.5 Operation Panel

LCD Message Display

POWER LED (Green)

FEED

Key

[RESTART]

key

Please see Section 3.1 for further information about the Operation Panel.

OTE:

The illustrations used hereafter are of the L type, as the operating procedure is common to both L and R types.

ON LINE LED (Green)

ERROR LED (Red)

[PAUSE]

key

1- 4

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

2000 (78.7)

265 (10.4)

10 (0.4)

76 (3.0)

170 (6.7)

EO1-33032

1.6 Appearance of the Power Supply Unit

1.6.1 Dimensions

1.6.2 Front View

1.6 Appearance of the Power Supply Unit

Dimensions: mm+(inch)

Power Switch

DC Power Connector

Inlet

1- 5

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2. PRINTER SETUP

2.1 Precautions

This section outlines the steps necessary to setup your B-492L/R printer prior to its operation. The section includes precautions, connecting cables, assembling accessories, loading media and ribbon, inserting an optional memory card, and performing a test print.

• To insure the best operating environment, and to assure the safety of

the operator and the equipment, please observe the following precautions.

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

free from excessive humidity, high temperature, dust, vibration or direct sunlight.

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

damage to delicate internal components.

• Make sure that the printer is connected to a clean source of AC Power

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

• Ensure that the printer is connected only to AC mains that has a

proper ground (earth) connection.

• Only use the power cable provided with this unit to power it..

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

allow fingers or articles of clothing to get caught into any of the moving parts of the printer.

• Make sure to turn off the printer power and to remove the power cord

from the printer whenever working on the inside of the printer or when cleaning the printer.

• 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 unauthoriz ed 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 may 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 blinking.

2- 1

2. PRINTER SETU P

I M

EO1-33032

2.2 Procedure before Operation

To communicate directly with a host computer, either an RS-232C cable or Centronics cable is required.

(1) RS-232C cable: 9 pins

(do not use a null modem

cable) (2) Centronics cable: 36 pins (3) Expansion I/O cable: 24

pins (Option)

Use of a Windows Driver will allow issuing media on the B492L/R printer from a Windows application. The printer can also be controlled with its own

rogramming commands. Please contact your TOSHIBA TEC reseller for the

nterface/Communication

anual.

NOTE:

2.3 Fitting the Fan Filter

2.2 Procedure before Operation

This section describes the outline of the printer setup.

Unpack the accessories and printer from the box.

Refer to Safety Precautions in this manual and set up the printer at a

proper location.

Attach the fan filter to the rear of the printer. (Refer to Section 2.3.)

The host computer must have an available serial port, Centronics

parallel port or a Ethernet (option) connection. (Refer to Section

2.4.)

Connect the DC power cord plug to the printer. Connect the AC

power cord to the Power Supply Unit. (Refer to Section 2.5.)

Load the media in the printer. (Refer to Section 2.7.)

Adjust the position of the Feed Gap Sensor or Black Mark Sensor to

match the media being used. (Refer to Section 2.7.)

Load the ribbon onto the Ribbon Shafts. (Refer to Section 2.8.)

Turn the Power ON. (Refer to Section 2.6.)

10.

Set the threshold. (Refer to Section 5.4.)

11.

Perform a test print. (Refer to Section 2.10 and Appendix 4.6.)

12.

Install the Printer Drivers. (Refer to Section 6.)

When installing the printer, it is important to ensure that the fan filter is attached before using the printer. The fan filter consists of 2 parts:

(1) Filter Pad (2) Filter Retainer

To fit the fan filter, put the filter pad inside the filter retainer and simply press into place as shown in the diagram below, ensuring connecting pins are aligned with the connecting holes.

Snap on

(2)

Snap on

(1)

2- 2

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.4 Connecting the Cables to Your Printer

2.4 Connecting the Cables to Y our P ri nter

The following paragraphs outlines how to connect the cables from the B492L/R printer to your host computer, and will also show how to make cable connections to other devices such as the KB-80-QM keyboard, etc. Depending on the application software you use to print labels, there are two possibilities for connecting the printer to your host computer. These are:

• A serial cable connection between the printer’s RS-232 serial

connector and one of your host computer’s COM ports (Refer to APPENDIX 3.)

• A parallel cable connection between the printer’s standard parallel

connector and your host computer’s parallel port (LPT).

• An Ethernet connection using the optional PCMCIA interface

board and LAN card (Refer to section 2.9)

The diagram below shows all the possible cable connections to the current version of the B-492L/R printer.

c d e f

[L Type] [R Type]

Parallel Interface Connector (Centronics) Serial Interface Connector (RS-232C) KB-80-QM Keyboard Interface Connector (Option) Expansion I/O Interface Connector

2- 3

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.5 Connecting the Power Cord

1. Make sure that the

2. Use only the power

3. Connect the power

CAUTION!

printer power switch is turned to the off position before connecting the power cord to prevent possible electric shock or damage to the printer.

cord supplied with the printer. Use of any other cord may cause electric shock or fire.

cord to a supply outlet with a properly grounded (earthed) connection.

2.5 Connecting the Power Cord

. Connect the DC power cable from the DC Power Supply Unit to the

printer.

DC Power Cable

Make sure that the printer power switch is in the OFF (O) position.

Power Switch

Connect the power cord to the Power Supply Unit as shown in the figure below.

Power Cord

Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded outlet as shown

in the figure below.

Power Cord

[QQ Type] [QP Type]

2- 4

2. PRINTER SETU P

I L

EO1-33032

2.6 Turning the Printer

ON/OFF

2.6.1 Turning ON the Printer

Use the power switch to turn the printer On/Off. Plugging or unplugging the power cord to turn the printer On/Off may cause fire, an electric shock, or damage to the printer.

the ERROR LED lamp is illuminated, go to Chapter 5.1, Error Messages.

2.6.2 Turning OFF the

1. Do not turn off the

2. Do not turn off the

CAUTION!

NOTE:

f a message other than ON

INE appears on the display o

Printer

CAUTION!

printer power while the media is being printed as this may cause a paper jam or damage to the printer.

printer power while the ON LINE light is blinking as this may cause damage to your host computer.

2.6 Turning the Printer ON/OFF

When the printer is connected to a host computer it is good practice to turn the printer ON before turning on the host computer and to turn OFF the host computer before turning off the printer.

To turn ON the printer power, press the power switch as shown in the

diagram below. Note that ( ) is the power ON side of the switch.

Power Switch

Check that the message ON LINE appears on the LCD Display and

that the ON LINE and POWER LED lights are illuminated

Before turning off the printer power switch verify that the ON LINE

message is on the LCD Message Display and that the ON LINE LED light is on and not flashing.

To turn OFF the printer power press the power switch as shown in the diagram below. Note that ( { ) is the power OFF side of the switch.

Power Switch

2- 5

2. PRINTER SETU P

HEAD

EO1-33032

2.7 Loading the Media

1. Do not touch any moving

2. To avoid injury, be

3. Be sure to open the top

1. When the head lever is

2. When the pinch roller lever

3. To enable printing the head

WARNING!

parts. To reduce the ris of fingers, jewellery, clothing, etc. being drawn into the moving parts, be sure to load the media once the printer has stopped moving completely.

careful not to trap your fingers while opening or closing the cover.

cover fully, otherwise the top cover may close, causing injury.

NOTES:

turned to position d, the print head is raised.

is turned to position d, the pinch roller is raised.

lever and the pinch roller lever must be set to position

. This ensures that the

print head and the pinch roller are closed.

2.7 Loading the Media

This section describes in detail how to load the media.

Open the top cover and turn the head lever and pinch roller lever to

position d, then open the ribbon shaft holder plate.

Top Cover

Pinch Roller Lever

Head Lever

Ribbon Shaft Holder Plate

Insert the media into the printer from the side as shown in the figure

below. Ensure that the media is positioned in the black mark/feed gap sensor.

Media

2- 6

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.7 Loading the Media

(Cont.)

The media guide should be

ositioned so that the media

can feed smoothly.

NOTE:

2.7 Loading the Media

Open the paper entry guide.

Loosen the locking screw of the right side of the media guide and

open the media guides.

Insert each edge of the media into the paper holders of the media

guides by adjusting the media guides positions to the media width. Then tighten the locking screw.

Paper Holder

Paper Entry Guide

Media Guide

Locking Screw

Pass the media straight from the paper holders to paper outlet. The

media should be centred on the strip plate, otherwise skew feeding or a paper jam may occur. Check that the media is positioned so that the distances from the media edge to the end of the scale marked on the strip plate (Distances A and B in the figure below.) are almost equal.

Loose

Paper Holder

Strip Plate

Scale

Media

Distances A and B should be almost equal.

2- 7

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.7 Loading the Media

(Cont.)

1. Turning the adjusting knob to the right will move the sensor towards the center of the media while turning it to the left will move it away from the center of the media.

2. Be sure to set the black mark sensor to detect the center of the black mark, otherwise a paper jam or no paper error may occur.

NOTES:

2.7 Loading the Media

After loading the media, it may be necessary to set the media sensors

used to detect the print start position of the labels. Set the black mark/feed gap sensor to the correct position by turning the adjusting knob.

Setting the feed gap sensor position

Turn the adjusting knob to move the feed gap sensor to the centre of the labels to detect the gap between labels. If the labels are round, set the sensor to detect the area of the shortest distance between the labels. ( indicates the position of the feed gap sensor).

Gap between Labels

Label

Feed Gap Sensor

Adjusting Knob

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) Turn the adjusting knob to move the black mark sensor so that it is

in line with the center of the black mark on the media. ( indicates the position of the black mark sensor.)

Black Mark Sensor

Black Mark

Adjusting Knob

2- 8

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.)

To separate the printed media from the media roll in batch mode, be sure to tear off the media at the strip shaft or cut the media past the strip shaft. However, if you tear off the media at the print head by mistake, be sure to feed one label (10 mm or more) with the [FEED] key prior to next issue. Failure to do this may cause a paper jam.

CAUTION!

2.7 Loading the Media

There are two issue modes available on this printer.

Batch mode:

In the batch mode, the media is continuously printed and fed until the number of issues specified in the label issue command has been printed.

Media

If the loaded media is direct thermal media (a chemically treated surface), the media loading procedure is now complete. Close the ribbon shaft holder plate, and turn the head lever and the pinch roller lever to position

to close. Then, close the top cover.

If the media is a standard media, it is also necessary to load a ribbon. Refer to the section, 2.8 Loading the Ribbon.

Strip mode:

In strip mode, as each label is printed the backing paper is automatically removed from the label at the strip plate.

(1) Set the ribbon shaft holder plate, and turn the head lever and the

pinch roller lever to position c to close.

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

500 mm of backing paper free.

(3) Push the pinch roller release lever toward the front of the printer to

release the strip pinch roller unit.

Backing Paper

Strip Pinch Roller Unit

Pinch Roller Release Lever

2- 9

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.)

2.7 Loading the Media

(4) Pass the backing paper under the strip plate and abov e the strip pinch

roller.

(5) While pulling the backing paper push up the strip pinch roller until it

locks into position.

(6) If the loaded media is direct thermal media (a chemically treated

surface), the media loading procedure is now complete. Close the ribbon shaft holder plate, and turn the head lever and the pinch roller lever to position c to close. Then, close the top cover.

If the media is a standard media, it is also necessary to load a ribbon.

Refer to the following section, 2.8 Loading the Ribbon.

2-10

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.8 Loading the Ribbon

1. Do not touch any moving

2. To avoid injury, be

3. Be sure to open the top

WARNING!

parts. To reduce the ris of fingers, jewellery, clothing, etc. being drawn into the moving parts, be sure to load the ribbon once the printer has stopped moving completely.

careful not to trap your fingers while opening or closing the cover.

cover fully, otherwise the top cover may close, causing injury.

2.8 Loading the Ribbon

Grasp the tabs on the top and bottom of the ribbon stoppers and move

the ribbon stoppers back to the end of the shaft.

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

onto the ribbon shafts as shown below. When the ribbon is fitted, it must be positioned in the ribbon sensor.

Ribbon Stopper

Ribbon Shafts

Ribbon

NOTE:

The ribbon sensor is mounted on the rear of the printer block to detect a ribbon end. When a ribbon end is detected, “NO

IBBON” message will appear

on the display and the ERROR

ED will illuminate.

Ribbon Sensor

2-11

2. PRINTER SETU P

)

EO1-33032

2.8 Loading the Ribbon (Cont.)

2.9 Inserting the Optional PCMCIA Cards

1. To protect PC cards,

2. Before inserting or

3. Be sure to protect

4. Do not subject the card

5. The card may be

CAUTION!

discharge static electricity from your body by touching the metal cabinet of the printer before touching the card.

removing a PCMCIA card make sure that the printer’s power is turned off.

PCMCIA Cards when not in use by putting them into their protective covers.

to any shocks or excessive force nor expose the card to extremes in temperature or humidity

inserted into the slot halfway even in the wrong orientation. However, the slot is safety designed so that the card will not seat against the connector pins.

2.9 Inserting the Optional P CMCIA Cards

Slide the ribbon stoppers along the ribbon shafts to a position where

the ribbon is centered when fitted.

Take up any slack in the ribbon. Take the leading tape onto the ribbon

take-up roll until the ink ribbon can be seen from the front.

Set the ribbon shaft holder plate aligning its holes with the ribbon

shafts.

Turn the head lever and the pinch roller lever to position c to close

the print head and the pinch roller.

Close the top cover.

When the optional PCMCIA interface board is installed in the B-492L/R printer, there will be two PCMCIA slots available as shown in the figure below. This allows the use of Flash Memory Type Cards or I/O Cards such as LAN Cards.

Make sure that the printer’s power switch is in the OFF position.

Hold the PCMCIA Card so that the side printed with the model name

faces right. Insert the card into the proper slot until the Eject Button pops out.

Eject Button

Flash Memory Type Card

Model Name Printed Side

Slot 1: (I/O type cards such as LAN cards

Slot 0: (Memory type cards only)

2-12

2. PRINTER SETU P

EO1-33032

2.9 Inserting the

Optional PCMCIA Cards (Cont.)

2.10 Test Print

The following PCMCIA cards can be used.

Type Maker Description Remarks

ATA Card

LAN Card 3 COM

Flash Memory

Card

A print test should be performed to check that the printer is operating correctly. During this test, the printer will first issue a blank page of media to allow the sensors to detect the Black Mark or Label G ap. Then it will print five pages of slanted lines followed by five pages of sample bar codes then finally by printing five pag es that contain characters of v arious sizes. For the test print procedure, please refer to Appendix 4.6 Test Print.

San Disk

Hitachi

Maxell

Mitsubishi MF-81M1-GBDAT01

Maxell

Centennial

Technologies

INC.

INTEL IMC004FLSA

Simple

TECHNOLOGY

Mitsubishi MF84M1-G7DAT01

PC Card KING

MAX

PC Card FJP-004M6R

A card conforming to the PC card ATA standard Ether Link III 3C589D PC card Megahertz® 10M bps LAN PC Card 3CCE589ET Series

EF-1M-TB AA

EF-4M-TB CC EF-4M-TB DC

FL04M-15-11119-03

STI-FL/4A

FJN-004M6R

----------

Install into the slot (1) only. (This card installed into the slot (0) will not work.)

Capacity: 1MB Read only

Capacity: 4MB Readable/writable

Capacity: 4MB Read only

2-13

3. ON LINE MODE

(

EO1-33032

3. ON LINE MODE

3.1 Operation Panel

Use the resume printing after a pause, or after clearing an error.

NOTE:

[RESTART]

key to

3.1 Operation Panel

This chapter describes usage of the keys on the Operation Panel in On Line Mode. When the printer is in On Line Mode and connected to a host computer, the normal operation of printing images on labels can be achieved.

The figure below shows the Operation Panel and key functions..

POWER LED

[RESTART] ke

The LCD Message Display shows messages to indicate the printer’s current status. Up to 16 characters can be displayed on this line.

There are three LED lights on the Operation Panel.

POWER

ON LINE

ERROR

There are three keys on the Operation Panel.

PAUSE RESTART FEED

Green)

[FEED] ke

LED Illuminates when… Flashes when…

LCD Message Display

POWER ON LINE ERROR

FEED RESTART PAUSE

The printer is turned on. ----The printer is ready to

print.

Any error occurs on the printer.

Used to stop printing temporarily. Used to restart printing. Used to feed the media.

The printer is communicating with your computer.

-----

ON LINE LED (Green)

ERROR LED (Red)

[PAUSE] key

3- 1

3. ON LINE MODE

EO1-33032

3.2 Operation

When the printer is turned on, the “ON LINE” message appears on the LCD message display. It is displayed during standby or normal printing.

The printer is turned on, standing by, or printing.

21 /,1(

If any error occurs during printing, an error message appears. The

printer stops printing automatically. (The number on the right hand side shows the remaining number of labels to be printed.)

12 3$3(5 

To clear the error, press the

printing.

21 /,1(

. If the

printing temporarily. (The number on the right hand side shows the remaining number of labels to be printed.)

When the

[PAUSE]

3$86( 

[RESTART]

21 /,1(

key is pressed during printing, the printer stops

[RESTART]

key is pressed, the printer resumes printing.

key. The printer resumes

3- 2

+ 60 hidden pages

Toshiba B-492L, R-TH10 User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.6 Appearance of the Power Supply Unit

2.2 Procedure before Operation

2.3 Fitting the Fan Filter