Toshiba B-SX4T Series Owner's Manual page 22

2. PRINTER SETUP
2.8 Loading the Ribbon
(Cont.)
NOTE:
Ribbon loss per ribbon saving
varies according to the relation
between the outer roll diameter
of the used ribbon and the print
speed.
Print speed Ribbon loss/Ribbon saving
3"/sec. Approx. 6 mm
6"/sec. Approx. 10 mm
10"/sec. Approx. 20 mm
3. Slide the Ribbon Stoppers along the Ribbon Shafts to a position where
the ribbon is centred when fitted.
4. Lower the Print Head Block and set the Ribbon Shaft Holder Plate
aligning its holes with the Ribbon Shafts.
5. Take up any slack in the ribbon. Wind the leading tape onto the
ribbon take-up roll until the ink ribbon can be seen from the front of
the printer.
6. Turn the Head Lever to Lock position to close the Print Head.
7. Close the Top Cover.
T
Auto Ribbon Saving Mode
When the auto ribbon saving function is selected, it will be activated to
reduce ribbon loss when a no print area extends more than 20 mm (3 or 6
ips) or 30 mm (10 ips). For further information on this function, please
ask a TOSHIBA TEC authorised service representative.
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2.8 Loading the Ribbon
Ribbon Shaft
Holder Plate