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CG2 Series CG208TT CG212TT Thermal Transfer Type 203 dpi/305 dpi CG208DT CG212DT Direct Thermal Type 203 dpi/305 dpi...
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FCC WARNING You are cautioned that changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. 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.
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Caution Do not place in areas with high humidity Power cord Loading paper When loading roll paper, be Do not place the printer in Keep the power cord away from • • • careful not to get your fingers areas with high humidity or hot devices.
Precautions for Installation and Handling Printer operation can be affected by the printer environment. Refer to the following instructions for installation and handling of CG2 Series. Select a Safe Location Place the printer on a surface that is flat and Keep the printer out of high temperature and level.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions ········································································· I Precautions for Installation and Handling ···································· III Unpacking ····················································································· 1 Names of Parts ············································································· 3 Loading Paper ·············································································· 7 Cut Position Adjustment ····························································· 15 Loading Carbon Ribbon ····························································· 18 Connecting to a Computer ························································· 22 Turning On the Power ·································································...
Unpacking Unpack the box, and then set up the printer. Leaflet (Global waranty) Accessory box Cushioning material (top) Printer Cushioning material (bottom) The shape of the cushioning material (cushions that hold the printer in place) may differ slightly from the diagram shown above. CG208i̲E̲02.indd 1 CG208i̲E̲02.indd 1 2008/05/14 10:08:34...
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Checking Accessories Make sure that you have received all of the following items in the package. If there are any accessories missing, contact your nearest dealer or the store where you purchased the printer. Leaflet (Global warranty) Quick Guide (this manual) AC power cord AC adapter ▲...
Names of Parts ▲ Printer Unit (Unit Exterior) Operation panel Top cover Cover open/close latch Label discharge outlet ▲ Back (USB + LAN Interface) USB connector LAN connector DC input power terminal (Power connector) ▲ Back (USB + RS-232C Interface) USB connector RS-232C connector DC input power terminal...
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When Top Cover Is Opened ▲ For CG208/212DT Print head Paper holder Paper holder slide lever Paper sensor Platen roller ▲ For CG208/212TT Print head Ribbon unit Paper holder Paper holder slide lever Paper sensor Platen roller CG208i̲E̲02.indd 4 CG208i̲E̲02.indd 4 2008/05/14 10:08:36 2008/05/14 10:08:36...
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When Top Cover Is Opened (Cutter Type (Optional)) ▲ For CG208/212DT Paper holder Paper holder slide lever Paper sensor Platen roller Cutter unit ▲ For CG208/212TT Paper holder Paper holder slide lever Paper sensor Platen roller Cutter unit CG208i̲E̲02.indd 5 CG208i̲E̲02.indd 5 2008/05/14 10:08:38 2008/05/14 10:08:38...
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When Top Cover Is Opened (Dispenser Type (Optional)) Paper holder Paper holder slide lever Paper sensor Platen roller Dispenser paper sensor Backing paper discharge outlet (When the dispenser unit is open) Dispenser unit ▲ Operation Panel POWER button Press this button to turn the power on or off.
The method of loading the paper is different for roll paper and fan-folded paper. The printer uses a sensor to detect I-marks in the paper in order to precisely position the print content. Be sure to use genuine Sato paper in this printer. Do not use non-standard paper. Roll paper Gap 3 mm 1.5 mm...
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Loading Roll Paper (Continuous/Cutter Type) Pull the cover open/close latches 1 on both sides of the printer toward you to unlock the top cover, and then open the ② ② top cover 2. ① ① ① ① While holding the paper holder slide lever, adjust the width of the paper holder 1 to match the paper size.
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After pulling out the paper, pass the paper through the paper sensor. When using a cutter type, place the leading edge of the paper on top of the platen roller. Paper sensor Paper sensor Close the top cover. Press the top cover from above in the direction of the arrows until it clicks into position.
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Loading Fan-folded Paper (Continuous/Cutter Type) Pull the cover open/close latches on both sides of the printer toward you to unlock the top cover, and then open the top cover. Pass the paper through the opened window at the rear of the unit. While holding the paper holder slide lever, adjust the width of the paper ①...
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Close the top cover. Press the top cover from above in the direction of the arrows until it clicks into position. When the printer is offl ine, the ON LINE (POWER) lamp blinks. Press the FEED/ LINE button 1. The printer is online and ①...
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Loading Roll Paper (Dispenser Type) Pull the cover open/close latches on ① ① both sides of the printer toward you to unlock the top cover, and then open the top cover 1. Open the dispenser unit. Dispenser bar Dispenser bar Dispenser unit Dispenser unit Remove the lead label leaving only the...
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Load the backing paper so that it sticks out from the bottom of the dispenser unit. If the paper is not taut, roll the paper on the paper holder so that the paper is taut. Next, tightly close the dispenser unit by pressing it in the direction of the arrow.
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When the printer is offl ine, the ON LINE (POWER) lamp blinks. Press the FEED/ LINE button 1. The printer is online and ① ① the ON LINE (POWER) lamp lights. When the printer is ready, press the FEED/LINE button to output the top part of the paper.
Cut Position Adjustment Label Cut The label-cut position should be between labels or at the area with only the backing paper. Label Backing paper Cut position Cut Position Adjustment If the cutting position is not at the regular position, use the Phillips tip of the potentiometer adjustment screwdriver attached to the side of the paper holder to adjust the potentiometer for the cut position.
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Cutting Paper with Perforated Lines For paper with perforated lines, cutting on or in front of the perforated lines is prohibited. Cutting in those locations could cause the printer to malfunction. If paper is cut at or before the perforation, use the Phillips tip of the potentiometer adjustment screwdriver to adjust the potentiometer for the cut position so that the paper is cut after the perforation.
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Replacing the Cutter Over time, the cutter loses its cutting ability and begins to show signs of wear. Replace the cutter unit at this time. Contact the store, dealer, or Support Center for purchasing options. 123—456 123 —4 56 Potentiometer for Adjustment This potentiometer is for servicing the printer.
Loading Carbon Ribbon Pull the cover open/close latches 1 on both sides of the printer toward you to ② ② unlock the top cover, and then open the top cover 2. ① ① ① ① Pull the lever on the middle of the ribbon unit toward you to pull out the ribbon unit.
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After setting the carbon ribbon in the right side of the ribbon supply unit 1, press the core guide 2. ① ① Core guide Core guide ② ② After setting the ribbon core in the right side of the ribbon windup unit 1, check that the projecting part on the printer is ①...
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Pass the carbon ribbon from the ribbon supply unit beneath the print head to the ribbon windup unit. Affi x the carbon ribbon to the ribbon core using tape, etc., and wind it up several times in the direction shown by the turn arrow. Wind up several times in the Wind up several times in the direction shown by the turn arrow.
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When the printer is offl ine, the ON LINE (POWER) lamp blinks. Press the FEED/ LINE button 1. The printer is online and ① ① the ON LINE (POWER) lamp lights. When the printer is ready, press the FEED/LINE button to output the top part of the paper.
Connecting to a Computer Standard Interface ▲ USB + LAN Type LAN connector USB connector 1 Turn on the printer while pressing the FEED/LINE button. Continue pressing the FEED/LINE button until the ON LINE (POWER) lamp blinks green. 2 Each time you press the FEED/LINE button, the ON LINE (POWER) lamp indicator changes.
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▲ USB + RS-232C Type RS-232C connector USB connector 1 Turn on the printer while pressing the FEED/LINE button. Continue pressing the FEED/LINE button until the ON LINE (POWER) lamp blinks green. 2 Each time you press the FEED/LINE button, the ON LINE (POWER) lamp indicator changes.
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Expansion Interface (Optional) ▲ Wireless LAN Interface 1 Turn on the printer while pressing the FEED/LINE button. Continue pressing the FEED/LINE button until the ON LINE (POWER) lamp blinks green. 2 Each time you press the FEED/LINE button, the ON LINE (POWER) lamp indicator changes.
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Keypad (Simple input device (Optional)) RS-232C connector Communication cable Keypad (Simple input device) 1 Turn on the printer while pressing the FEED/LINE button. Continue pressing the FEED/LINE button until the ON LINE (POWER) lamp blinks green. 2 Each time you press the FEED/LINE button, the ON LINE (POWER) lamp indicator changes.
Turning On the Power Power Setting Plug the DC power cord of the AC adapter into the printer and turn on the power. Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter. AC adapter AC adapter AC power cord AC power cord Connect the printer AC adapter AC power outlet.
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The plug of the supplied AC power cord is 3-pronged. One of the 3-pronged electrodes is dedicated to grounding. When the outlet is a 3-prong type, plug the AC power cord directly into it. CAUTION CAUTION • Be sure to connect the ground wire to the ground. Not connecting the ground wire could result in electrical shock.
Cleaning the Printer This printer is used to print barcodes and data containing important information. If the printer parts become dirty, the printer may not be able to print barcodes and data accurately, and it may malfunction. Therefore, it is important to regularly clean the printer.
Width direction Left: 0.8 mm or less Right: 0.8 mm or less Paper type Roll paper, fan-folded paper Paper shape Only use paper manufactured and/or specifi ed by SATO. Paper thickness 60 to 190μm (0.06 to 0.19 mm) Label size See page 31 for the label size.
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Model name CG208DT CG212DT CG208TT CG212TT Printing direction Characters: 0, 90°, 180°, 270° (Characters/ Barcode: Parallel 1 (0°), Parallel 2 (180°), Serial 1 (90°), Serial 2 (270°) Barcode) Barcode ratio 1:2, 1:3, 2:5, Free specification Magnifi cation ratio Characters: Vertical ×1 to ×12, horizontal ×1 to ×12 (Characters/ Barcode: ×1 to ×12 Barcode)
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▲Label size Model name CG208DT/CG208TT CG212DT/CG212TT Non-adhesive Continuous type Continuous type paper/Tag Pitch: 9 to 603 mm Pitch: 9 to 403 mm Width: 15 to 63 mm Width: 15 to 63 mm Cutter type Cutter type Pitch: 25 to 603 mm Pitch: 25 to 403 mm Width: 15 to 63 mm Width: 15 to 63 mm...
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