Page 1 CP300 CABLE ID PRINTER User's Guide Precautions for safe use are described in the "Basic Operation Guide." Please read it carefully before using this product. * Please note that the contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Before You Begin 2. Input / Edit Viewing This Manual ........1 Basic Input Operations.......37 Trademarks ............2 Before Input ............. 37 Entering Text ............ 39 Names of Components Entering Symbols ......... 40 Deleting Characters ........41 External View ............3 Deleting All Characters That Have Inside View ............4 Been Entered ...........
Page 3 Connecting to a Computer ... 120 3. Print / Save Starting Up/Exiting the Program 121 Start up the MK Desktop Utility ..121 Basic Printing Operations ....72 Exit the MK Desktop Utility....122 Printing ..............72 Screen Confi guration ...... 123 Checking the Print Preview ....
Page 4 Cleaning the Transport Roller .... 154 Index ............198 Cleaning the Print Head ......156 Cleaning/Replacing the Cleaners ..157 Replacing the Cutter ......158 Changing the Printer Settings ..162 Changing the Auto Power Off Settings (Adapter/Battery) ....162 Changing the Display Settings ..
Page 5: Before You Begin
Before You Begin Viewing This Manual Marks ■ WARNING Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation. CAUTION Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Page 6: Trademarks
Abbreviations ■ “ ” • Microsoft Windows 11 is abbreviated as Windows 11 “ ” • Microsoft Windows 10 is abbreviated as Windows 10 “ ” • Microsoft Windows 8.1 is abbreviated as Windows 8.1 “ ” • Microsoft Windows is abbreviated as Windows Trademarks •...
Page 7: Names Of Components
Names of Components External View Top View ■ Keyboard Cover Power key AC adapter connector USB connector (Type-B) Bottom View ■ Battery cover Battery case Rating plate * * The rating plate shows the manufacturer, model name, electrical rating, and serial number.
Page 8: Inside View
Inside View Connector for tube warmer Transport roller 2 Attachment/Media cassette Transport roller 3 mount Connector for ribbon cassette Media feed port (When the attachment installed) Cutter Display Media delivery port Ribbon cassette mount Blade receiver Transport roller 1 Jam recovery lever Print head...
Page 9: Tube Attachment
Tube Attachment Size switch lever Tube retainer lever Cleaner...
Page 10: Names And Functions Of Keys
Names and Functions of Keys Sets the page/text input orientation and the text [Format] key frame. Specifi es character size, number of lines, and space [Style] key between characters. Specifi es the length of one tube (or one label), [Length/Margin] character alignment, and margins.
Page 11 Press this key while printing to stop printing, and then [Cancel] key stop after cutting the print media. If you press and hold this key for 2 seconds or more, the printer will stop without cutting. If pressed during the operation of a function, the operation will be canceled.
Page 12: How To Read The Display
How to Read the Display Half Cut Remaining Ink Ribbon Print Speed PWR Warmer Seg Length Align H / H Prev Page Next Frame Char Size Cont Print #Line Char Space Indicates whether the Caps Lock mode is active. Caps Lock : Active, so all alphabetic characters are entered in uppercase.
Page 13 Indicates the remaining capacity of the ink ribbon with Remaining Ink Ribbon a mark. : The display changes every 10%. (Ribbon remaining) When the remaining capacity is low, prepare a new ribbon cassette. ⁝ (Out of ribbon) (Not displayed) : The ribbon cassette is not loaded, or the information cannot be read.
Page 14 Displays the settings for the length (cut length) of a tube (or Cut Length/ (P.55) Alignment/Margin a label), alignment, and margin of the current page. • When using the "Automatic" cut length feature (The set value is highlighted.) Cut Length (mm) Alignment (Centered “C” ) •...
Page 15: Preparation/Setup
Chapter 1 Preparation/Setup Preparing the Power Supply ..................12 Connecting the AC Adapter ...................12 Use with Batteries ......................13 Turning the Printer On/Off ..................15 Turning the Printer On ....................15 Turning the Printer Off ....................17 Installing the Ribbon Cassette ..................18 Loading the Print Media....................21 Loading a Tube ........................21 Replacing the Print Media ..................27 Using the (Optional) Tube Warmer.................31...
Page 16: Preparing The Power Supply
Preparing the Power Supply Connecting the AC Adapter CAUTION • Be sure to use the supplied genuine AC adapter and power cord. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter, and plug the AC adapter into the printer. Insert the power plug into a power outlet. IMPORTANT •...
Page 17: Use With Batteries
Use with Batteries If you are outdoors or in any other place where you do not have access to a power supply, you can use the product with batteries. CAUTION • Be sure to use fully charged "eneloop AA Standard Model Batteries (Part No.
Page 18 Put the battery cover back on. Push the battery cover in until it clicks into place, and close it completely so that there is no gap between the battery cover and the printer. IMPORTANT • If the product has batteries installed and the AC adapter is also plugged into a power outlet, the AC adapter will be given priority as the power supply.
Page 19: Turning The Printer On/Off
Turning the Printer On/Off Turning the Printer On Press and hold the power key for 1 second or more. When the power is turned on, the " Startup display" screen are switched in the order "Startup display">"Ribbon cassette information display">"Character input display. " If the power is turned on without a ribbon cassette loaded, the ribbon cassette information display will not be displayed.
Page 20 NOTE • Hide the initial delete check message You can choose not to display the screen to confi rm the deletion of data upon startup. When set to "No, " the program will start without deleting the data being edited. Press the [Option] key.
Page 21: Turning The Printer Off
Turning the Printer Off Press and hold the power key for 1 second or more. The "Shutting down... " message willbe displayed, and then the printerwill turned off . Unplug the power plug from the power outlet. CAUTION • When disconnecting the AC adapter from the printer, be sure to remove the power plug from the power outlet fi rst.
Page 22: Installing The Ribbon Cassette
Installing the Ribbon Cassette IMPORTANT "Consumable • For more information on the ribbon cassette that can be used, refer to Supplies and Options (P.193)" • Dispose the used ribbon cassette according to local government regulation. Open the cover. When replacing the ribbon cassette, remove it from the printer.
Page 23 Remove the new ribbon cassette packing material. IMPORTANT • Do not touch the IC chip on the ribbon cassette. Doing so may render the ribbon cassette information unreadable. Remove any slack in the ribbon. IMPORTANT • If the ribbon is loose, it may not operate properly.
Page 24 Install the ribbon cassette into the printer. Push the cassette in until it clicks into the place. IMPORTANT • If the ribbon cassette is slack, it may not operate properly. Close the cover.
Page 25: Loading The Print Media
Loading the Print Media Loading a Tube IMPORTANT • Do not use the following types of tubes. Not only will the product not print cleanly, but use with such tubes may also cause a malfunction. Broken Crushed Twisted Uneven thickness ・...
Page 26 Open the cover. Install the attachment into the printer. Align the attachment with the slot on the printer and push it in fi rmly until it clicks into place. Set the size switch lever to match the size of the tube.
Page 27 Insert the tube. For tubes (round) Insert the tip of the tube into the media feed port in the direction shown in the figure, and push it in until it hits transport Transport roller 2 roller 2. For and flat tubes Insert the tip of the flat tube into the media feed port in the direction...
Page 28 print media from getting stuck inside the printer, use a tube of suffi cient length. • If the tube is not set correctly, this device may print onto the transport roller. Close the cover.
Page 29: Loading A Label Tape Cassette
Loading a Label Tape Cassette • Dispose the used label tape cassette according to local government regulation. NOTE "Replacing • The procedure for removing set print media from the printer, please refer to the Print Media (P.27)" Check the condition of the cassette. If the release paper has a high spot, or the tips are not aligned, cut that portion off .
Page 30 Open the cover. Install the cassette into the printer. Align the cassette with the slot on the printer, and push it in fi rmly until it clicks into place. Close the cover. •...
Page 31: Replacing The Print Media
Replacing the Print Media To replace the print media installed in the printer with a diff erent one, follow the procedure below. NOTE • For information on the print media that can be used with this product, refer to "Consumable Supplies and Options (P.193)" For Thin Tubes ( 1.5 mm) ■...
Page 32 For Other Print Media ■ Turn on the power. (P.15) Press the [Remove] key. The following screen will be displayed. Select "Yes" with [ ] or [ ] and press the [Enter] key. ◀ ▶ The print media will be rotated backwards. Unload print media? Unloading…...
Page 33 Remove the attachment (or media cassette, tube warmer). When using the attachment or media cassette. While pulling the lever to the right, lift it upward to remove it. When using the tube warmer. Grasp the tube warmer while pushing its two stoppers and pull it straight upward.
Page 34 Load the print media. "Loading a Tube (P.21)" When using a tube, refer to "Loading a Label Tape Cassette When using a media cassette, refer to (P.25)" IMPORTANT • When the print media feed is reversed, the ribbon in the ribbon cassette may become (P.19) slack.
Page 35: Using The (Optional) Tube Warmer
Using the (Optional) Tube Warmer The tube warmer is an attachment that warms up tubes that have become stiff at low temperatures to make them easier to print on and feed into the printer. CAUTION • Do not leave the tube warmer heated with a tube set in it. Excessive heating of a tube may cause a fi re.
Page 36 Prepare the tube warmer. Open the cover. Set the tube warmer in place. Insert the connector of the tube warmer into the connector for the tube warmer on the printer and push down on it vertically until it clicks into place. Set the size switch lever to match the size of the tube, and set the tube.
Page 37 Close the cover. Turn on the printer. (P.15) Check the control settings of the tube warmer. The current control settings of the warmer will be shown on the display. For information on how to control settings of the warmer, refer to "Changing the Control Setting of the Tube Warmer (P.34)"...
Page 38: Changing The Control Setting Of The Tube Warmer
Changing the Control Setting of the Tube Warmer Switches between tube warmer settings. Setting Details Only warms the tube during printing. When printing is executed, Auto the tube will be warmed up to the set temperature, and then (Auto) printing will start. Warms the tube except while printing.
Page 39: Changing The Temperature Setting Of The Tube Warmer
Changing the Temperature Setting of the Tube Warmer If you cannot print correctly even with the tube warmer (for example, printing is blurred), change the temperature setting of the tube warmer. The default setting is "Mid. " [Example] Printing is blurred, so set the tube warmer temperature to "High." Press the [Option] key.
Page 40: Input / Edit
Chapter 2 Input / Edit Basic Input Operations ........37 Alignment ...............56 Setting the Cut Length Settings for Before Input ............37 All Pages..............59 Entering Text ............39 Creating and Editing Pages ......60 Entering Symbols ..........40 Creating a New Page ........60 Deleting Characters ..........41 Copying a Page ...........61 Deleting All Characters That Have Been Entered ............42...
Page 41: Basic Input Operations
Basic Input Operations Before Input About Pages ■ This product treats the string of characters to be printed on one tube (or one label) as a single page. Press the [Enter] key to create a new page. ( Page Break) Press Press [Enter] key...
Page 42 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Page Display" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ Page Display screen will appear on the O t h er s Init. Delete Check display. Page Display Press the [Shift]+[Cancel] keys to return Counter to the character input display.
Page 43: Entering Text
Entering Text [Example] Input "Res7-1." Input "Res7-1. " Enter [Shift]+[R], [E], [S], [7], [-], and [1] in this order. When entering capital letters, hold down [Shift] and press the desired key. If you make a mistake, use the [Back Space] key to delete the character, and then enter the correct character.
Page 44: Entering Symbols
Entering Symbols You can use the input symbol function to enter symbols that cannot be entered using the keyboard. [Example] Input " ." Ω Press the [Symbol] key. Use the arrow keys ([ ], [ ], [ ], [ ]) to select " "...
Page 45: Deleting Characters
Deleting Characters There are two ways to delete a character: using the [Back Space] key. [Example] Change "27V" to "2V." Move (the cursor) to "V. " ■ Press the [Back Space] key. The character to the left of the cursor position will be deleted.
Page 46: Been Entered
Deleting All Characters That Have Been Entered This deletes all the characters entered in the page. ( Delete All) For Delete All, select one of the following. Text only: Delete all pages of text, leaving the format setting of the last page. Text+settings: Reset the character size and other format settings to their default values, and delete text from all pages.
Page 47: Editing Characters And Lines
Editing Characters and Lines Setting the Character Size This is how the character size is set. The character size can be selected from those below; the default value is "3 mm full-width. " 1.3 mm 2.6 mm 4 mm 200V 200V full-width half-width...
Page 48 Press the [Enter] key. The display returns to the character input display. The character size setting can be checked on the display. If you select "half-width, " the text will be displayed in half-width. NOTE • The character size can be set for each page. •...
Page 49: Surround Text With A Frame
Surround Text with a Frame This allows you to surround text with a frame. The default setting is "None. " Pump Room [Example] Enclosing text in a frame. Display the page where you want to change the frame settings. Press the [Format] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Frame"...
Page 50: Specifying The Orientation And Character Direction
Specifying the Orientation and Character Direction The orientation (Vert/Hor) and text direction (Vert char/Hor char) are specifi ed in the "Orientation" settings. The default setting is set to "Hor/Hor char. " Setting Details Print Image Hor/Hor char Orientation: horizontal Pump Room (Default Setting) Text direction: horizontal Orientation: vertical...
Page 51 Press the [Enter] key. The display returns to the character input display. The orientation settings can be checked on the display. NOTE • The orientation can be set for each page. • If you change the orientation, a confi rmation message will appear if any characters do not fi t within the page.
Page 52: Specify The Character Spacing
Specify the Character Spacing Sets the space between characters. The default setting is set to "Narrow. " Setting Details Print Image Narrow Pump Room No character spacing (Default Setting) Pump Room Medium Character spacing 0.5 mm P u m p R o o m Wide Character spacing 1.0 mm [Example] Setting the character spacing to "Wide."...
Page 53: Specifying The Number Of Lines
Specifying the Number of Lines Sets the number of lines. The default setting is "1 Line. " Setting Details Print Image 1 Line (Default Setting) Input in one line 2 Lines Input in two lines [Example] 2 line input. Display the page where you want to change the number of lines. Press the [Style] key.
Page 54 • You may not be able to select "2 Lines" depending on the selected character size. • No error message will be displayed even if the print data extends beyond the width (top and bottom) of the print media. It is recommended that you refer to the preview to make sure that no characters are missing before printing.
Page 55: Numbering
Numbering You can print a fi xed string of characters with a sequential number or letter of the alphabet. The possible numbering settings are as follows. Setting Set range Print Image Decimal 0 - 999 Pump Room 1 Pump Room 2 Pump Room 3 Hexadecimal 0 - FFF...
Page 56 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "End value" and enter "10. " ▲ ▼ Decimal Settings Start value: 1 End value : 10 [ 0 to 999 ] Press the [Enter] key. You will then be returned to the padding character settings screen.
Page 57 • The settings for padding characters are as follows. Setting Details Print Image None No padding characters. Pump Room 8 Pump Room 9 Pump Room 10 A leading "0" will be entered as Zero Pump Room 08 Pump Room 09 Pump Room 10 a padding character.
Page 58: Underline 6, 9
Underline 6, 9 The numbers 6 and 9 can be underlined to distinguish them from each other. The default setting is "Off . " 9 6 Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Print Settings" and press the [Enter] key. ▲...
Page 59: Setting The Cut Length
Setting the Cut Length About Cut Length The length of one tube (or one label) is called the " Cut Length. " The default setting is "Automatic. " Pump Room Cut length Setting Details Print Image Automatically sets and prints the optimal cut length based on the number of characters Automatic...
Page 60: Specify The Cut Length And Alignment
Specify the Cut Length and Alignment This is how the cut length and alignment are set. If you set the cut length to "Specify, " you can change the alignment. The default setting for alignment is set to "Centered. " Setting Details Print Image...
Page 61 [Example] Creating a tube as follows. Margin (5 mm) Alignment (Left) Pump Room Cut length (40 mm) Press the [Length/Margin] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Cut Length, " and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ Cut Length Cut Length Alignment Batch Setting...
Page 62 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Left" and enter "5" (margin). ▲ ▼ The value can be set by entering numbers Alignment Centered or using arrow keys ([ ] / [ ◀ ▶ Left : 5㎜ [2 to 5] Right : 5㎜ [2 to 5] Press the [Enter] key.
Page 63: Setting The Cut Length Settings For All
Setting the Cut Length Settings for All Pages. You can set the Cut Length settings (Cut Length and Alignment) for all pages at once. Press the [Length/Margin] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select " Batch Setting, " and press the [Enter] key. ▲...
Page 64: Creating And Editing Pages
Creating and Editing Pages Creating a New Page To create a new page, press the [Enter] key. (Page Break) [Example] Create a new page after the currently displayed page. 200V (Page 1) 200V (Page 1) (Page 2) Move the cursor to the end of the line. Press the [Enter] key.
Page 65: Copying A Page
Copying a Page You can copy the page where you have entered text and paste it before or after another page. [Example] Copy the fi rst page and paste it after the second page. Pump 200V Room (Page 1) (Page 2) (Page 3) Pump 200V...
Page 66 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Yes" and press the [Enter] key. ◀ ▶ The fi rst page will be copied and you will Copy data of page be returned to the character input display. Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Page Edit"...
Page 67: Moving Pages
Moving Pages Cut the page on which you have entered text and paste it before or after another page. [Example] Cut the second page and paste it after the third page. Pump 200V Room (Page 1) (Page 2) (Page 3) Pump Pump 200V...
Page 68 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Yes" and press the [Enter] key. ◀ ▶ The second page will be cut and you Cut data of page will be returned to the character input display. Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Page Edit"...
Page 69: Inserting A Page
Inserting a Page Inserts a blank page at the specifi ed location. [Example] Insert a new blank page between the fi rst and second pages. Pump 200V Room (Page 1) (Page 2) (Page 3) Pump 200V Room (Page 1) (Page 2) (Page 3) (Page 4) Display the page at the position where you want to insert a blank...
Page 70: Delete A Page
Delete a Page Deletes a specifi ed page. When you delete a page, the data entered on that page will also be deleted. [Example] Deleting the second page. Pump 200V Room (Page 1) (Page 2) (Page 3) Pump 200V Room (Page 1) (Page 2) Display the page you want to delete (page 2).
Page 71: Page Division
Page Division You can divide the data which is entered two lines in one page into two pages. [Example] Page division of page 3. Display the page to be divided (page 3). Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Page Edit"...
Page 72 Use [ ] or [ ] to enter "1" (for page) and press the [Enter] key. ◀ ▶ How many pages do The second line of the third page will you divide from the be created as the fourth page, and you current page? will be returned to the character input Page count:...
Page 73: Page Combining
Page Combining You can combine two pages of data into two lines on one page. [Example] Combine pages 3 to 6. Display the page you wish to make into a combined one (page 3). Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Page Edit"...
Page 74 Use [ ] or [ ] to enter "4" (page) and press the [Enter] key. ◀ ▶ How many pages do Pages 3 to 6 will be combined and you you combine from the will be returned to the character input current page? display.
Page 75: Print / Save
Chapter 3 Print / Save Basic Printing Operations .....................72 Printing ..........................72 Printing by Specifying a Print Range ..............77 Setting Up Repeat Printing of a Page ..............79 Adjustment of Printing Results .................80 Fine Adjustment of Print Position and Cut Length ........80 Changing the Print Density ..................86 Changing the Print Speed ..................88 Cutter Settings ........................89...
Page 76: Basic Printing Operations
Basic Printing Operations Printing After you have fi nished entering and editing text, you can print. [Example] Print two tubes as shown below (using 4.0 mm tubes). φ Pump Room Display the data to be printed, and press the [Print] key. Use [ ] to select "Set to print"...
Page 77 Use [ ] or [ ] to select " 4.0mm, " and then press the [Enter] ▲ ▼ φ key. You will then be returned to the printing T u b e siz e 2. 5 preference display. 3. 0 IMPORTANT •...
Page 78 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Print head" and press [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ Media Head Position Printing will be started. Cutter Print head IMPORTANT • Check the head position of the loaded print media, then select "Cutter" or "Print head. " Select "Print head"...
Page 79 • Do not pull the tube or label tape forcibly during printing. Doing so may result in printing failure or malfunction. NOTE • To cancel printing, press the [Cancel] key. The printer will stop printing and cut the print media, then stop. If you press and hold the key for two seconds or more, the printer will stop without cutting.
Page 80: Checking The Print Preview
Checking the Print Preview • Before printing, you can check the print preview on the display. Display the data to be printed, and press the [Print] key. Use [ ] to select Preview, and then press the [Enter] key. ▶ The print preview will be displayed, Pr in t P re vie w...
Page 81: Printing By Specifying A Print Range
Printing by Specifying a Print Range You can specify a specifi c page or range to print. The default setting for the print range is set to "All pages. " Setting Details All pages Prints all pages. (Default Setting) Cursor page Prints only the currently displayed page.
Page 82 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Start page" and enter [2]. ▲ ▼ Use the numeric keys or the arrow keys Print /Preview Range : Specified ]) to enter the data. ◀ ▶ Start page : 2 End page : 2 Use [ ] or [...
Page 83: Setting Up Repeat Printing Of A Page
Setting Up Repeat Printing of a Page If you want to set up repeat printing for a page, enter the number of times in "Continuous Print. " For Continuous Print, you can set the number of prints from 2 to 200 per page.
Page 84: Adjustment Of Printing Results
Adjustment of Printing Results Fine Adjustment of Print Position and Cut Length Depending on your print media and the environment, the print position may be shifted or cut length may be diff erent from the setting. If you cannot get the result you expected even after setting the cut length and margins, fi ne-tune the print position and cut length.
Page 85 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Top position" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ To p p o sit io n VerticalPosition Le n gt h Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Tube, " and press the [Enter] key. ▲...
Page 86 Fine-tuning the Print Position in the Vertical Direction ■ ( Vertical Adjust) [Example] When printing on a tube ( 6.0 mm), the print position is shifted φ upward, so move the print position downward by 0.5 mm. Move the print position ABCD ABCD downward by 0.5 mm.
Page 87 Use [ ] to display "Down 0.5 mm" and press the [Enter] key. ▼ Use [ ] (upward)/[ ] (downward) to ▲ ▼ Vertical adjust enter the adjust value. Down 0. 5 ] You can adjust the range from 1.0 mm upward to 1.0 mm downward in 0.1 mm increments.
Page 88 Fine-tuning the Cut Length ( Length Adjust) ■ [Example] When printing on a tube ( 6.0 mm) with a cut length of "30 mm," the φ tube is printed shorter than the setting, so the cut length is increased by 2 mm. ABCD The cut length is increased by 2mm.
Page 89 Use [ ] to enter "+2.0mm" and press the [Enter] key. ▶ Use [ ] (negative direction) or [ Length adjust ◀ ▶ (plus direction) to enter the adjust value. You can also input using [+]/[-] keys or numeric keys. You can adjust the range from -7.5 mm to 7.5 mm in 0.1 mm increments.
Page 90: Changing The Print Density
Changing the Print Density Depending on the print media you are using and the environment, the printing may be too light or too dark. In such cases, adjust the print density. The density can be set for each type and size of print media. The default setting is "3. " [Example] Adjust the print density of the tube (ø6.0 mm) so that it is the darkest.
Page 91 Select "5" with [ ] or [ ] and press the [Enter] key. ◀ ▶ A " " mark will be displayed under the ▲ Print density current setting. 1 2 3 Density can be set in the range of 1 (lightest) to 5 (darkest).
Page 92: Changing The Print Speed
Changing the Print Speed If printing is blurred or uneven, adjust the print speed. The default setting is "High. " [Example] Setting the speed to "Low" because the text is blurred. Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Setting, "...
Page 93: Cutter Settings
Cutter Settings Changing the Set Cut This product automatically cuts the print media when printing is fi nished. (Full cut) In addition, a half cut is made between the tubes and labels after printing, so that you can cut the tubes by hand or cleanly peel off labels from release paper. Pump Room Half cut Full cut...
Page 94 [Example] Printing a cut line (Dotted) without a half cut. Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Print Settings" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ O p t io n Pa g e S e t t i n g s Pr i n t S e t t i n g s D e l e t e A l l Use [...
Page 95 Changing the Full Cut Settings ■ The default setting is "End only. " Setting Details Print Preview Full cut End only Cuts the print (Default media at the Pump Room Pump Room Setting) end of printing. Full cut Full cut Cuts match Pump Room Pump Room...
Page 96: Adjusting The Cut Depth
Adjusting the Cut Depth If the cutter blade is becoming less sharp or half cutting is too deep, adjust the depth of the cut. Adjustment can be set for both "Half cut" and "Full cut. " Changing the Cut Depth for Half Cut ■...
Page 97 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Label, " and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ Label size Normal Normal Normal Use [ ] or [ ] to select the half cut depth adjustment value, and ▲ ▼ press the [Enter] key. The Half Cut Depth can be set in 11 levels: H al f C u t D ep th "Deep (1-5), "...
Page 98 Changing the Cut Depth for Full Cut ■ The cut depth for the full cut can be set for each type and size print media. The default setting is set to "Normal. " [Example] The full cut of the tube (ø6.0 mm) is not cut properly, so make the cut one step deeper.
Page 99 Use [ ] to select "Deep 1" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ Full Cut Depth can be set in four levels: Full Cut Depth "Deep (1~3), " "Normal. " Each time you press [ ], the cut is ▲ Deep 1 deepened by one step.
Page 100: Using Forced Full Cut
Using Forced Full Cut If the situation is not improved after adjusting the cut depth for full cut, use "Forced full cut. " With Forced full cut, the cut is made to the deepest point. If the situation is not improved even after using Forced full cut, replace the cutter. (P.158) Press the [Option] key.
Page 101: Adjusting The Cut Motion
Adjusting the Cut Motion If it does not cut well when you change the print media, adjust the Motion of the cut. Adjustment can be set for both "Half cut" and "Full cut. " NOTE (P.92) • If the cutter blade is becoming less sharp, adjust the depth of the cut. Changing the Motion of the Half Cut ■...
Page 102 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Label, " and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ Label size Normal Normal Normal Use [ ] to select "Intense" and press the [Enter] key. ▼ Half Cut Motion can be set in 6 levels: H al f C u t M o t io n Normal "Normal, "...
Page 103 Changing the Cutting Motion of Full Cut ■ You can set the motion of the full cut for each type and size print media. The default setting is set to "Normal. " [Example] The tube ( 6.0 mm) is not cut properly when using a full cut, so φ...
Page 104 Use [ ] to select "Intense" and press the [Enter] key. ▼ Full Cut Motion can be set in two levels: F ul l C u t Mo t io n "Normal" and "Intense. " Normal Intense Press the [Shift]+[Cancel] keys. The display returns to the character input display.
Page 105: Saving And Loading Text Data
Saving and Loading Text Data Saving a File You can save the text data you have created as a "File" in the device. In addition, the product comes with 10 pre-made "folders, " and each folder can hold up to 99 fi les. Pump 200V Room...
Page 106 Enter "A-1" (fi le name), and then press the [Enter] key. You can enter up to 8 characters for the Input file name fi le name. A−1 Select "Yes" with [ ] or [ ] and press [Enter] key. ◀ ▶...
Page 107: Loading A File
Loading a File There are two types of loading for saved fi les: "New" and "Add. " Depending on the selected mode, the data will be loaded as follows. Setting Item Details Text only Only the data currently being edited will be erased and replaced with the loaded data.
Page 108 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Add" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ Load N e w A d d Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Text+settings" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ A d d T e xt o n l y T e xt+s et t in gs Use [...
Page 109: Deleting A File
Deleting a File This is how to delete a saved fi le. Select one of the following options for fi le deletion. One fi le: Deletes only one fi le in the folder. Folder contents: Deletes all the fi les in the folder. All fi les: Deletes all fi les in all folders.
Page 110 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "A-1" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ S e l e c t Fil e A−1 A−2 A−3 Select "Yes" with [ ] or [ ] and press the [Enter] key. ◀...
Page 111: Changing The Folder Name
Changing the Folder Name This is how to change the name of a folder. The product comes with 10 folders ("Folder 1" to "Folder 10"). [Example] Rename "Folder 1" to "Pump." Press the [Regist.] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Save, "...
Page 112 Press the [Shift]+[Cancel] keys. The display returns to the character input display. NOTE "Basic Input Operations (P.37)" • For more information on character input, refer to • To return the changed folder name to the original fi le name ("Folder 1" to "Folder 10"), press the [Back Space] key in step 4 above to erase all characters, and then press the [Enter] key.
Page 113: Print Using A Computer
Chapter 4 Print Using a Computer Installing the Software .........110 Printing ..............140 Install the MK Desktop Utility and View the Status Monitor ......146 Printer driver ............110 View Settings for the Status Monitor ..146 Uninstalling the MK Desktop Utility View Printer Status ..........148 and Printer Driver ..........117 List of Message ..........149 Connecting to a Computer .......120...
Page 114: Installing The Software
Installing the Software The "MK Desktop Utility" application software specially designed for this product allows you to input and edit text on your computer. Install the MK Desktop Utility and Printer driver Install the "MK Desktop Utility" application software and the printer driver. This section explains how to install the "MK Desktop Utility"...
Page 115 Insert the included CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. When the [User Account Control] dialog box appears, click [Yes]. NOTE • If the "AutoPlay" screen is displayed, click [Run setup.exe]. • If the CD-ROM does not start automatically, double-click the "setup.exe" fi le in the CD- ROM drive.
Page 116 Read the license agreement carefully, select [I accept the terms of the license agreement], and then click [Next]. The license agreement for the MK Desktop Utility is displayed. Select the destination folder. If you want to install the software in the displayed folder, click [Next].
Page 117 Click [Finish]. The installation of "MK Desktop Utility" is completed. When you click [Finish], the printer driver installation start screen appears. Click [Next]. Read the license agreement carefully, and then select [I accept the terms of the license agreement] and click [Next]. The license agreement for the printer driver is displayed.
Page 118 Click [Install]. NOTE • If the Windows Security screen appears, check the box for "Always trust software from CANON FINETECH NISCA INC. " and click [Install]. Click [OK]. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.] and click [Finish].
Page 119 After restarting the computer, connect the printer to the computer with the USB cable. Turn on the printer. (P.15) Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Connect" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ The message "Waiting for data... " is O p tio n displayed, and the printer is ready to print Co n n ec t...
Page 120 Open the printer folder and confi rm that the printer icon is displayed. For Windows 11: Select [Start] > [All apps] > [Windows Tools] > [Control Panel] > [Hardware and Sound] > [Devices and Printers]. For Windows 10: Select [Start] > [Windows System Tools] > [Control Panel] >...
Page 121: Uninstalling The Mk Desktop Utility And Printer Driver
Uninstalling the MK Desktop Utility and Printer Driver This will uninstall the "MK Desktop Utility" application software and the printer driver. This section explains how to uninstall the "MK Desktop Utility" application software and the printer driver at the same time. Disconnect the USB cable.
Page 122 Click [Finish]. The uninstallation of "MK Desktop Utility" is completed. Select "CP300 Printer Driver" from the list, and then click [Uninstall]. A confi rmation message will appear. NOTE • User Account Control may be displayed. If it appears, click [Yes].
Page 123 Click [Yes]. Select "Yes, I want to restart my computer now. " and click [Finish]. The uninstallation of the printer driver is completed. The uninstallation of the "MK Desktop Utility" application software and the printer driver is complete.
Page 124: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a Computer To print from your computer, switch the product into the PC connection mode. Connect the printer to the PC with the USB cable. Turn on the printer. (P.15) Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Connect"...
Page 125: Starting Up/Exiting The Program
Starting Up/Exiting the Program Start up the MK Desktop Utility Double-click the [MK Desktop Utility] shortcut icon on the desktop. Once launched, the main screen will be displayed. You can also start the program in the following way. For Windows 11: Select [Start] >...
Page 126: Exit The Mk Desktop Utility
Exit the MK Desktop Utility. Click the (Close) button in the upper right corner of the main window. Alternatively, click [Exit] on the [File] menu.
Page 127: Screen Confi Guration
Screen Confi guration Main Screen The main screen of the MK Desktop Utility is organized as follows. "Menu Bar (P.124)" For more information, refer to Menu bar "Toolbar (P.126)" For more information, refer to Toolbar There is a Data Toolbar, a Send Toolbar and an Edit Toolbar.
Page 128: Menu Bar
Menu Bar The menu bar displays the functions of the MK Desktop Utility. Click on a menu to display a drop-down list of submenus. [File] menu ■ Creates a new data list. (P.127) Open Open an existing fi le or CSV fi le to load data. (P.128) Open another fi le and add it to the data currently being edited.
Page 129 Page Cut Cut the specifi ed page and paste it to the clipboard. Page Copy Copy the contents of the specifi ed page to the clipboard. Page Paste Pastes the contents of the clipboard to the front of the specifi ed page. Page Insert Inserts a blank page before the cursor page.
Page 130: Toolbar
Toolbar The toolbar displays frequently used menus as buttons. Data Toolbar (New) Creates a new data list. (P.127) Open an existing fi le or CSV fi le to load data. (P.128) (Open) Overwrite and save the data currently being edited. (Save) (P.133) Send Toolbar...
Page 131: Working With Files
Working with Files Creating a New File Click (New). Or, you can select [New] from the [File] menu. A new fi le will be created. NOTE "Input and Edit (P.134)" • For more information on entering and editing data, refer to •...
Page 132: Opening A File
Opening a File The fi le formats that can be opened with MK Desktop Utility are as follows. • MK Desktop Utility File (*.md5) "Opening a File Created with this Software For more information, refer to (P.128)" • Conventional application File (*.md4; *.md3; *.md2; *.MTD) "Opening a File Created with a Conventional For more information, refer to Application (P.129)"...
Page 133 Opening a File Created with a Conventional Application ■ Click (Open). Or, select [Open] from the [File] menu. Select "Conventional application File (*.md4; *.md3; *.md2; *.MTD)" for the fi le type. Select a fi le in the conventional application fi le (*.md4; *.md3; *.md2;...
Page 134 Opening a CSV fi le ■ When a CSV fi le is opened in the MK Desktop Utility, it will be loaded into the data list under the following conditions. Row 1: Text data of 1st Line Row 2: Text data of 2nd Line Page 1 Invalid data Page 2...
Page 135 Select a fi le in CSV File (*.CSV) and click [Open]. The specifi ed fi le will open and be displayed in the data list. When you open the fi le, the "Read Format Selection" dialog box will appear. Set the format, and then click [OK]. For details on format setting, refer to "Confi gure the Format Setting (P.135)"...
Page 136: Load Additional Data
Load Additional Data The contents of the specifi ed fi le can be additionally loaded at the end of the data list being edited. Select [Add] from the [File] menu. Select the fi le to be loaded and click [Open]. The data of the specifi ed fi le will be added to the end of the data list being edited.
Page 137: Saving A File
Saving a File To Overwrite and Save the File You Are Editing ■ Click (Save). Or, select [Save] from the [File] menu. The fi le will be saved. NOTE • When saving a new fi le, the [Save As] dialog box will appear. For details on how to set "Saving a fi le as a new name (P.133)"...
Page 138: Input And Edit
Input and Edit Entering Text Enter text in the data list. Click (or double-click) on the location where you want to enter text. Enter the text and then press the [Enter] key (or click on another position). NOTE • You may not be able to enter text depending on the format setting, such as when a "Confi gure the set length is specifi ed.
Page 139: Configure The Format Setting
Confi gure the Format Setting Change the character size, number of lines, and other format setting. Open the fi le. (P.128) Select the print media and media size to specify the set length. Since the range of set length that can be specifi ed varies depending on the print media, set the "Print Media"...
Page 140 Click (Setting). Or, from the [Edit] menu, select [Format Setting], then [Page Setting]. Format setting can also be selected from the menu that appears by right-clicking on the data list. Set each item. [Orientation] The orientation (Vert/Hor) and text direction (Vert char/Hor char) are specifi ed in the "Orientation"...
Page 141 [Alignment] If you set the set length to "Specify, " you can change the alignment. The default setting for alignment is set to "Centered. " For print image, refer to "Specify the Cut Length and Alignment (P.56)" [Character Size] Sets the character size. The default setting is "3 mm Norm. " When printing from the MK Desktop Utility, the character size cannot be set to "1.3 mm Norm.
Page 142: Numbering
Numbering Automatically create pages by assigning consecutive numbering or letters to a fi xed string of characters. The possible numbering settings are as follows. Setting Set range Decimal 0 to 999 Hexadecimal 0 to FFF Upper case letter A to Z Lower case letter a to z [Example] Create a page for "Pump Room 1"...
Page 143 Set each item. In this section, we will use the following settings. Mode: Decimal Start value: 1 End value: 10 Padding Character: None NOTE • If you want to set numbering in descending order, such as "10 to 1, " enter "10" for the "Start value"...
Page 144: Print
. " • If the same error occurs again, reinstall the printer driver. (P.110) Confi rm that "CP300" is displayed in [Select printer], and then click [OK]. If you are printing data stored on your computer, open the fi le. (P.128)
Page 145 Select the print media and media size. When you change the print media and media size, the settings will be refl ected in the preview area display. NOTE • Except for labels, the minimum set length is 8 mm. If there are pages of 8 mm or less in the data list and the print media is changed to one other than label, a message to change the set length to 8 mm will be displayed.
Page 146 Place a check mark in the [Send] box of the page you want to print. To add or remove check marks from multiple pages at once, make the settings from [Send page selection] in the [Edit] menu. To select pages, do one of the following.
Page 147 Specify the transfer mode. Select either [Overwrite internal memory] or [Add to internal memory] as the transfer mode. The data just sent to the printer will be retained on the printer s character input display even ’ after printing (or saving) is completed. [Overwrite internal memory] Select this option when you want to [Example]...
Page 148 [Add to internal memory] Select this option when you want to add [Example] the data you entered in step 6 to data stored in the printer and print it. The 0001 additional data will be added after the (Page 1) last page of the data in the printer.
Page 149 Click [OK]. After the data is created on the printer's character input display as per the transfer mode used, printing will begin. Also, the data on the character input display will be retained after printing is completed. NOTE • If the message "Unable to open printer. " appears, confi rm the following.
Page 150: View The Status Monitor
View the Status Monitor The status monitor starts automatically when printing starts and displays the printer status and remaining ink ribbon level. View Settings for the Status Monitor Set to show or hide the status monitor. The default setting is "Use the Status Monitor.
Page 151 Select [Use the Status Monitor] or [Not Use the Status Monitor], and then click [OK]. IMPORTANT • When printing from the MK Desktop Utility, do not change the print settings in the Page Setup and Graphics sheets. Any changes to the settings will not be refl ected in the printing from the MK Desktop Utility.
Page 152: View Printer Status
View Printer Status Displays a message informing you of the current printer status. Status Ribbon type Displays the type of ribbon cassette. There are three types: "White 85m, " "Black 150m" and "Black 40m compatible with plate. " Displays the approximate remaining amount of ink ribbon. Ribbon remaining (There may be a slight diff erence from the actual remaining...
Page 153: List Of Message
List of Message If a problem occurs while connected to the printer, an error message or warning message will be displayed on the status monitor. Read the message, and follow the corresponding procedure. Message Solution Low ribbon level The ribbon is running low. Prepare a new ribbon cassette. Low battery level For more information, refer to "Battery is running low.
Page 154: Maintenance/Printer Settings
Chapter 5 Maintenance/Printer Settings Cleaning the Printer ...................... 151 Cleaning the Outside of the Printer ..............151 Cleaning the Inside of the Printer ..............152 Cleaning the Transport Roller ................154 Cleaning the Print Head ..................156 Cleaning/Replacing the Cleaners ..............157 Replacing the Cutter ....................158 Changing the Printer Settings ................
Page 155: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Outside of the Printer Wipe the surface of the printer periodically to keep it clean. WARNING • Before cleaning, be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power supply. Also, remove the batteries from the printer. Doing so may result in fi re or electric shock.
Page 156: Cleaning The Inside Of The Printer
Cleaning the Inside of the Printer If the inside of the printer is dirty, the print media may become dirty or dust may enter the unit, causing printing defects. Wipe it regularly to keep it clean. WARNING • Before cleaning, be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power supply.
Page 157 Wipe the inside of the printer. Wipe the printer with a cloth moistened with water and wrung out tightly. Use a lint-free cloth. Allow the water to dry completely before proceeding to the next step. IMPORTANT • Do not touch the ink ribbon connector, print head, or connector for tube warmer Connector for inside the printer.
Page 158: Cleaning The Transport Roller
Cleaning the Transport Roller If printing is not clear or the print media cannot be fed properly, the transport roller may be dirty. We recommend cleaning the rollers about once a month. WARNING • Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other fl ammable solvents to clean the unit. Doing so may result in fi re or electric shock.
Page 159 Open the cover. When the cover is opened, instructions will be displayed on the screen. Cle a ni ng m od e Af te r cl e a ni ng , cl o se s a f e ty c o v e r. Wipe off any dirt on the transport roller 1, 2 and 3 with a cloth moistened with water and wrung out tightly.
Page 160: Cleaning The Print Head
Cleaning the Print Head If printing is not clear or white streaks appear, the print head may be dirty. We recommend cleaning the print head about once a month. WARNING • Before cleaning, be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power supply.
Page 161: Cleaning/Replacing The Cleaners
Cleaning/Replacing the Cleaners The tube attachment, (optional) tube warmer, and (optional) plate and fl at tube attachment are equipped with a cleaner to remove dirt from the surface of the print media. Remove the cleaner as shown in the fi gure, and then remove the dirt from the sponge.
Page 162: Replacing The Cutter
Replacing the Cutter If the tube or label tape does not cut properly even after adjusting the depth and motion of the cutter, replace the cutter. Also, when replacing the cutter, replace the blade receiver at the same time. CAUTION •...
Page 163 Turn off the power. (P.17) Open the cover. Remove the cutter. Insert the new cutter. Paying attention to its orientation, insert the new cutter until it hits the back of the cutter bay.
Page 164 Remove the blade receiver. Insert the new blade receiver. Close the cover. Turn on the power. (P.15) Press the [Option] key.
Page 165 Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Others, " and then press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ O p t io n P r int ad j us t S e t t ing O t h er s Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Counter, "...
Page 166: Changing The Printer Settings
Changing the Printer Settings Changing the Auto Power Off Settings (Adapter/Battery) Change the amount of time that the unit will automatically turn off after a certain period of inactivity. The auto power off setting can be set for each power source used, and the default setting for both is "30 min.
Page 167 Press the [Shift]+[Cancel] keys. The display returns to the character input display. IMPORTANT • In the following cases, the automatic power off function will not work. - When an error has occurred. - When the cover is open. • The time will be reset when you switch the power source used. •...
Page 168: Changing The Display Settings
Changing the Display Settings You can change the contrast and brightness of the display. Adjusting the Display Contrast ■ The default setting of the display contrast is set to "5. " Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Setting, "...
Page 169 Adjusting the Brightness of the Backlight (Adapter/Battery) ■ The backlight brightness can be set for each power source used, with the default setting being "4" when using the AC adapter and "1" when using batteries. Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Setting, "...
Page 170 Changing the Automatic Backlight Off Setting ■ Change the time for the display backlight to automatically turn off after a certain period of inactivity. The default setting is "5 min. " Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Others, "...
Page 171: Turning Off Sounds
Turning Off Sounds Turns off the key operation sounds and warning sounds. The default setting for the sound is "On. " Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Setting, " and press the [Enter] key. ▲...
Page 172: Initializing This Printer
Initializing this Printer Restores all settings to their original settings. (Initializes the printer) IMPORTANT • The all current data and saved fi les will be erased when initialized. Erased data and fi les cannot be restored. (P.17) Turn off the power. While pressing the [Delete] key, press and hold the power key for at least one second.
Page 173: Troubleshooting
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting If a Tube or Label Tape Becomes Jammed ............. 170 What to Do in Case of Trouble ................175 A Message is Coming Up ..................183 Checking the Firmware Version................188...
Page 174: If A Tube Or Label Tape Becomes Jammed
If a Tube or Label Tape Becomes Jammed If the print media gets jammed inside the printer, a "Feed error" message will be displayed on the display and printing will be canceled. Follow the procedure below to remove the print media. Feed error Media is jammed in the feeding path.
Page 175 Remove the ribbon cassette. If the ribbon is wound around the cassette and cannot be removed, do not remove it forcibly, and proceed to step 4. Press any key. While pushing the After pressing a key, instructions will Jam recovery lever, be displayed on the screen.
Page 176 After removing the print media (or cassette), press any key. Set the ribbon After pressing a key, instructions will cassette and close be displayed on the screen. the cover. Remove any slack in the ribbon. IMPORTANT • If the ribbon is loose, it may not operate properly. Replace the ribbon cassette and close the cover.
Page 177 Cut out the bent or damaged portion of the jammed print media or the printed portion of the print media if it exists. Reload the print media. (P.21) NOTE • Using the feed function to remove the print media If the tube or label tape is in a position where it cannot be removed by hand, use the feed function.
Page 178 Use [ ] (Forward) or [ ] (Reverse) to feed the print media ◀ ▶ to the desired position. As long as you keep pressing [ ◀ Fe ed or [ ], it will be fed forward or ▶ For w ar d : backward continuously.
Page 179: What To Do In Case Of Trouble
What to Do in Case of Trouble Problem Cause/Things to Check Solution The power does not Check that the AC adapter After confi rming that the turn on. and power cord are AC adapter and power cord properly connected. are connected, insert the power plug fi rmly into the power outlet.
Page 180 Problem Cause/Things to Check Solution The device does not Is the type and size of the Check the loaded print print clearly. print media selected in the media and set the print print settings the same as media type and size The printing is the print media actually correctly.
Page 181 Is there any load on the Place the printer and the (Continued from tube transport? print media on the same previous page) table (or at the same The device does not vertical position) so that print clearly. no load is applied to the transport.
Page 182 Is the cleaner of the Clean the cleaner. We (Continued from attachment or (optional) recommend cleaning previous page) tube warmer dirty? the cleaner about once a (P.157) The device does not month. print clearly. If the cleaner is worn out, replace it with a new The printing is cleaner.
Page 183 Problem Cause/Things to Check Solution Characters are Are you printing small or Adjust the print density. squashed or blurred. complicated characters? (P.86) The surface of the Ink may stick to the ribbon Use a dry cloth to wipe off print media is dirty due to the top of the print any dirt on the print media.
Page 184 Problem Cause/Things to Check Solution The print media Is there any load on the Place the printer and the cannot be fed tube transport? print media on the same properly. table (or at the same vertical position) so that no load is applied to the transport.
Page 185 Problem Cause/Things to Check Solution The device cannot Are the cutter and blade Refer to "Replacing make full cuts. receiver set correctly? the Cutter (P.158)" information on how to The device cannot set the cutter and blade make half cuts. receiver correctly.
Page 186 Problem Cause/Things to Check Solution The cutting position is Are there any objects Do not place any objects off . around the media delivery around the media delivery port that prevent the port. If there is an object The printed area gets media from being ejected? blocking the outlet, the cut.
Page 187: A Message Is Coming Up
A Message is Coming Up If a problem occurs during operation of or printing using product, an error message will be displayed on the display. Read the message, and follow the corresponding procedure. Message Details/Solution Input value is out of the Enter a value within the setting range.
Page 188 Message Details/Solution No fi les in selected None of the fi les are saved in the selected folder. folder. Select the folder again. 99 fi les already exists in 1 A maximum of 99 fi les can be saved in one folder. selected folder.
Page 189 Message Details/Solution End of media. The print media ran out during printing. Pull out the print media from the printer and press any Pull out print media key. Replace the print media with a new one and press the [Enter] key to resume printing from the interrupted page.
Page 190 Message Details/Solution Power turned off when Check the saved fi les. If the fi le has not been deleted, deleting fi le. delete it. Checking saved data. Feed error The print media jammed during printing. Follow the instructions on the screen to remove the jammed Media is jammed in the print media.
Page 191 Message Details/Solution Wrong cut length When "Yes" is selected, the cut length is automatically changed according to the print media. Adjust the length? If you select "No, " the cut length will not be changed. Change the cut length or the number of characters. Exceeding Memory There is insuffi cient memory to receive text.
Page 192: Checking The Firmware Version
Checking the Firmware Version Press the [Option] key. Use [ ] or [ ] to select "Others" and press the [Enter] key. ▲ ▼ O p tio n Pr in t a d j u st S e tt in g O t he r s Use [ ] or [...
Page 193: Appendix
Chapter 7 Appendix Specifications ........................190 Printer ........................190 Print Media ......................192 System Requirements for Software ............. 192 Consumable Supplies and Options ..............193 List of Function ........................195 List of Symbols ......................... 197...
Page 194: Specifi Cations
Specifi cations Printer Product name CP300 Printing method Thermal transfer using one-line head Resolution 300dpi Printing speed High speed mode: 25 mm/sec Low speed mode: 18.5 mm/sec Throughput High speed mode (25 mm/sec): 35 tube segments/min <Printing conditions> Low speed mode (18.5 mm/sec): - Printing media;...
Page 195 Power AC adapter 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz 0.74 A supply (PR-TP001) Rechargeable eneloop AA Rechargeable Batteries, Standard battery Model (Model Number: BK-3MCCA (for North America), BK-3MCCE (for Europa, and Asia)): 6 pieces Interface USB2.0 Full-Speed Operating environment Temperature: 15 to 32.5 degrees Celsius * Humidity: 10% to 85% (no condensation) * With the tube warmer installed: 5 to 18 degrees Celsius...
Page 196: Print Media
Print Media The following print media can be used for printing. PVC tube 1.5 mm to 10 mm inside diameter φ φ 0.4 mm to 0.6 mm thickness * With the tube warmer installed: 1.5 mm to φ Clear tube Tube *1 6.5 mm inside diameter φ...
Page 197: Consumable Supplies And Options
Consumable Supplies and Options Details on consumable supplies and options can be found below. For details on how to purchase consumable supplies and options, please contact your place of purchase. NOTE • Please purchase commercially available tubes for use. For more information, refer to "Print Media (P.192)"...
Page 198 Options ■ Tube Warmer ● This device is used to warm up tubes that have become stiff due to cold. The tube warmer allows for clean printing even in low temperature environments. Plate and fl at tube attachment ● It is used for printing characters fl at tubes.
Page 199: List Of Function
List of Function The functions that can be set for each function key are as follows. All functions can be set using the [Option] key. [Option] key Connect PC Connect Warmer Warmer control Warmer Temp. Character Edit Numbering [Number.] key Symbol [Symbol] key Page Edit...
Page 200 Print Settings Half cut Full cut Underline 6, 9 Delete All Text only [Delete] key Text+settings File Save [Regist.] key Load Delete Print adjust Top position Vertical Position Length Half Cut Depth Half Cut Motion Full Cut Depth Full Cut Motion Print density Setting Print speed...
Page 201: List Of Symbols
List of Symbols <Symbol 1> <Symbol 2>...
Page 202 Index Cont print ..............10, 79 Copy page ..............61 AC adapter ..............12 Cover .................3 AC adapter connector ..........3 Cursor ..............10, 38 Alignment .............10, 56 Cut length .............10, 55, 56 Arrow keys ..............
Page 203 Half cut motion ............97 Half cut settings ........... 8, 89 Numbering ............51, 138 Initial delete check ..........16 Orientation ............10, 46 Initializes the printer ..........168 Insert page ..............65 Installing the software .........110 Page ................
Page 204 Ribbon cassette information display ..... 15 Save file ...............101 [Settings] key ............195 Size switch lever ...........5, 22, 32 Sound ................167 Space key ................7 Startup display ............15 Status monitor ............146 Top adjust ..............80 ...

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