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SATO MB200i Quick Manual

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For printer model:
MB200i
PN: 9001196(A)
Read this Operator Manual before and during usage of the above product.
Keep this document handy for future reference.
www.satoamerica.com

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  • Page 1 Quick Guide For printer model: MB200i PN: 9001196(A) Read this Operator Manual before and during usage of the above product. Keep this document handy for future reference. www.satoamerica.com...
  • Page 2 Introduction This manual is intended to help you become familiar with the basic operation of the MB200i, the barcode printer, in a short time. Please read this manual carefully to make full use of the functions of MB200i. Notes Reproduction of all or part of this manual is prohibited without permission of the copyright owner.
  • Page 3 To customers purchasing the Bluetooth or wireless LAN options: Cautions regarding radio waves This product is certified to meet technical standards based on the Radio Law. Therefore, no wireless license is required to use this printer. The following actions can be punishable by law: •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Installing and removing the Battery Pack . 24 Using AC Adapter ........26 Setting Labels ........27 • Continuous mode ......27 Operation Test Printing ..........29 Reference ..........30 Options ..........30 Reference DIP Switch ..........31 Basic Specifications of MB200i....34...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    1. Safety Precautions In this section, safety precautions about printer operation are explained to ensure proper care and usage. Make sure to read these carefully before using your printer. Markings and Symbols The following symbols or markings are used in this manual and on the printer so that you can properly use the printer, and to prevent any damage to property, harm or injury to yourself and others.
  • Page 6 Symbol examples The triangle ( ) indicates something you should take absolute care with. The cautions are indicated concretely within the symbol. The symbol on the left indicates a risk of electric shock. A circle with a diagonal line ( ) indicates something you should not do.
  • Page 7 Warning Liquid Do not place any container with water or chemicals, such as flower vase or cup, as well as small metallic objects, near the printer. If any of these should fall into the printer, immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest dealer or service center.
  • Page 8 Warning Abnormal Conditions Continued use of the printer while it is emitting smoke or strange odors creates the danger of fire or electric shock. Immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest dealer or service center. Do not try to service the printer by yourself.
  • Page 9 Warning AC Adapter/Battery Charger (Option) • Use only the specified voltage. Using a different voltage may create the danger of fire or electric shock. • Use only the specified battery charger. Using a different battery charger may create the danger of fire or electric shock.
  • Page 10 Caution Location Do not locate the printer in the area subjected to high humidity or dew. If dew forms inside the printer, immediately turn off the printer and do not use it until it has been dried up. Continued use creates the danger of electric shock or the printer damage.
  • Page 11 Warning This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 12 Warning This manual shows both the specification of Bluetooth and wireless LAN. Please refer to the corresponding section which shows specification of Bluetooth or wireless LAN. Wireless LAN specification. The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe.
  • Page 13 Caution Replacing the Battery Pack • Use only the specified battery pack. • When replacing the battery pack, make sure to install the pack with the correct direction. Incorrectly replacing the battery create the danger of injury or damage to surrounding areas. •...

  • Page 14: Precautions In Use

    Precautions in Use Do not place the printer in a hot or cold place. The operation temperature range is 5°-122°F (-15-50°C). For wireless LAN model, it is 32-132°F (0 to 50°C). Do not place the printer in an area with high humidity or at a temperature outside the specified range.
  • Page 15 RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada's website, http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/." CE Caution: Hereby, SATO CORPORATION declares that this WM-B- AG-02 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Bluetooth Specification Wireless LAN specification.

  • Page 16: Unpacking

    2. Unpacking After unpacking, make sure that all the printer components are present. If any component or part is missing, contact your nearest dealer or service center. Quick guide Printer Battery pack Shoulder belt Belt hook * Belt holder has already been installed on the printer when shipping. Shape of cushioning material (protecting bed, etc.

  • Page 17: Parts Name

    Battery cover Cover for DC input jack Belt clip Note: MB200i and MB400i/410i have two designs. One is the printer with the rubber boot, which is protective, and the other is the printer without the rubber boot. This document shows the...
  • Page 18 Platen Label width scale Label guide Label guide adjust dial LCD * POWER key RS-232C connector PRINT key FEED key IrDA filter Battery indicator (LED) * DIP switch STATUS (LED) DC input jack Operation panel with LCD is built in the wireless LAN interface model only (for manufacture option).

  • Page 19: Name And Function Of Controls

    Name and Function of Controls RS-232C Interface: Connects to Belt clip: Used when hanging the PC or handy terminal. Used for printer on your belt. connecting to a computer. * Do not hang the printer on to Signal:Low level -6.6 to +6.6 V anything but a belt.

  • Page 20: Before Starting

    4. Before Starting Charging the Battery Pack IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. • For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A, use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
  • Page 21 Plug one end of the power cord to the battery charger and the other to the wall outlet. (POWER lamp lights red.) Put the battery pack on the battery charger and then slide it in the direction of the arrow. Charging starts and the CHARGE lamp lights orange.
  • Page 22 Charging Time It takes about 2.5 hours for the battery pack to reach full charge from a fully discharged state. Notice • If the POWER lamp does not light at the start of charging, check the power cord connection. • If the CHARGE lamp does not light at the start of charging, make sure the battery pack is firmly mounted to the battery charger.
  • Page 23 The battery pack can be charged while it is mounted in the printer. Can be obtained from • Use AC adapter an authorized SATO reseller. Open the cover for DC input jack and insert the DC output terminal. AC adapter Plug the AC adapter to the wall outlet.

  • Page 24: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    Installing and removing the Battery Pack Open the battery cover. Insert the battery pack Terminals while pressing and holding the gray hook and close the battery cover. Insert the battery pack with the terminal side toward the printer. When removing the battery, press and hold the gray hook and then pull the tape.
  • Page 25 * Make sure to turn the printer power off when removing or replacing the battery. When the printer is turned off, the STATUS LED goes off. Do not remove the battery while the STATUS LED is on. Remove the battery when the STATUS LED is off.

  • Page 26: Using Ac Adapter

    Using AC Adapter Follow the procedure below to use the printer with the AC adapter (option). Open the cover for DC input jack and insert the DC output terminal. AC adapter Plug the AC adapter to the wall outlet. DC input jack DC output terminal * Be sure to turn the printer power off when removing the DC output terminal of AC adapter or disconnecting...

  • Page 27: Setting Labels

    Setting Labels The method of setting label may vary depending on the print mode. Continuous mode Labels Journal Slide the Cover Open/ Close lever in the direction of arrow to open the cover. If you are using the printer in Dispense mode, lifting the change lever, slide the dispenser unit until stops .
  • Page 28 Open the label guide adjust dial cover and turn the dial till the label guide fits with label roll. Label guide adjust dial Turn the label roll lightly by the hand and confirm that it rotates smoothly. If a drags is felt, paper may not be fed correctly.

  • Page 29: Test Printing

    5. Test Printing Pressing and holding the FEED key, set the POWER key . The P O W printer enters the test P R I mode. Press the FEED F E E key again to start test printing. Verify the following using the output of the test printing.

  • Page 30: Reference

    6. Reference Options User Option Battery Pack (Supplied with the printer) Preparing a spare battery pack will insure uninterrupted operation Model No. PT/MB200-BAT due to Low Battery. Battery Charger (Single-socket) Charges the battery pack. Model No. PT/MB200-CHG Battery Charger (Five-socket) Charges the battery pack (up to five packs).

  • Page 31: Dip Switch

    AC Adapter Used to supply power from domestic power supply. The DC output terminal of the AC adapter is connected to the Model No. PT/MB200-ADP printer. (Sunfone Electronics Co., Ltd. Model No. ACML-06) • Be sure to use the specified AC adapter. •...
  • Page 32 DIP Switch Setting DIP switch Starting mode Cover PRINT FEED Interface Description Close RS-232C Normal print mode Close User test print mode Close RS-232C HEX dump mode Open Auto peeling mode Open Manual print mode Close Bluetooth Normal print mode interface/ Wireless interface...
  • Page 33 DIP switch Starting mode Cover PRINT FEED Interface Description Open Head check (Barcode print area) designation Open Head check clear Open Online command designation (Petit lapin compatible) Open Online command designation (SBPL command)

  • Page 34: Basic Specifications Of Mb200I

    Basic Specifications of MB200i Item Description Printing system Thermal printing system Head density 8 dots/mm (203 dpi) Maximum print 2”/48 mm (width) x 6”/160 mm (pitch) area Print speed 4”/103 mm/s max. (The speed varies depending on print duty and environment of use.)
  • Page 35 Item Description Paper Be sure to use specified paper. Paper thickness 0“/0.064 mm to 0.01”/0.190 mm Shape of paper Roll paper: Wound with surface out Maximum diameter: 2.6”/66 mm Label size (Liner Width: 1”/25.4 mm to 2”/55 mm (1”/28.4 mm to sheet and eye 2”/58 mm) mark pitch)
  • Page 36 Description Rotation of 0°, 90°, 180°, 270° character Character type SATO standard font: X20, X21, X22, X23, X24, OCR-A, OCR-B, POP character Kanji: 16 x 16, 22 x 22, 24 x 24 Square Gothic (JIS Level 1, Level 2) Barcode...
  • Page 37 Item Description Rain-resistant Rain-resistant type (JIS protection class 3), feature Shoulder case with rain-resistant cover (option) installed. * Removed when communication cable is con- nected. Environmental Operating ambient temperature: 5° to 122°F condition (-15° to 50°C) (including (Wireless LAN model: 32° to 132°F (0° to battery pack) 50°C)) Humidity: 20 to 80% without condensation...

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