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  • Page 1 THERMAL PRINTER I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L...

  • Page 3: Preface

    PREFACE PREFACE We appreciate your using (Nitto)’s DURA PRINTER SI600. “DURA PRINTER SI600” is a high quality thermal transfer label printer with excellent workability and durability, which can print transmissions and/or others clearly and quickly. This manual explains how to manage and maintain the DURA PRINTER SI600, maintaining it in optimum condition for as long a period as possible.

  • Page 4: Important Information

    Refer to “4.1 Cleaning the Interior of the Printer” described in chapter 4 of the manual.  The copyright of this manual belongs to NITTO DENKO and NITTO DENKO keeps all rights. Please do not duplicate or publicize any picture and/or technical data without a previous written consent from NITTO DENKO.

  • Page 5: Warranty Limitations

    PREFACE WARRANTY LIMITATIONS  NITTO DENKO Corporation is responsible for repair and/or replacement of product in accordance with following conditions, provided that the purchased material or finished product has defect acknowledged by NITTO DENKO. • If the reason for inappropriateness is obviously the defect in the design/manufacture of the delivered product or the harm occurred during manufacture and/or on the way of transportation, the relevant part(s) is (are) provided or repaired free of charge.

  • Page 6: Alert Symbols And Meanings

    PREFACE ALERT SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS The symbols used in this manual are categorized into 2 classes according to the degree of danger and the scale of the assumed accident. Please understand the meaning of the symbols listed below and abide by the instructions in this manual or on the warning sheet pasted on the main part of this product.

  • Page 7: Precautions When Using The Printer

    PREFACE PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE PRINTER For safe handling of this machine, some of the important points must be explained and obeyed. • Please keep the machine in a place without vibration and set it horizontally level plane for use. If not set in a place without vibration and horizontally stable, clear printing cannot be produced.
  • Page 8 PREFACE • When installing the options, please unplug the power plug. • Please do not hold the side cover when moving the printer main part. If the main part fell down, the side cover will be opened and injury and malfunction would happen. Please close the side cover and hold the bottom of the printer main part to move it.
  • Page 9 • Please do not use it in places where temperature and humidity is high. It will cause malfunction. • Please choose the label and thermal transfer ribbon that are made by Nitto Denko. • Please do not keep the label and thermal transfer ribbon in places where temperature and humidity is high.
  • Page 10 PREFACE • Please do not use it in dusty places. Accumulated dust will cause unclear printing. It not only causes malfunction, but also will shorten service life of the printer. • For maintenance of the printer main part, please wipe it with a soft dry cloth and neutral detergent.

  • Page 11: About The Manual

    PREFACE ABOUT THE MANUAL In this manual, each page is divided into sections, as follows: Procedure layout (1) Describes cautionary remarks, notes, and reference pages on the left-hand side of each page. (2) Explains a particular procedure. (3) Follow the operation procedures to show LCD messages or illustration.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    PREFACE TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE ..................... I IMPORTANT INFORMATION ..............II WARRANTY LIMITATIONS ................ III ALERT SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS ............IV PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE PRINTER ........V ABOUT THE MANUAL ................IX TABLE OF CONTENTS ................X Chapter 1 BEFORE OPERATION ........... 1-1 1.1 Names and Functions of the Components ........
  • Page 13 PREFACE Chapter 2 BASIC OPERATIONS ..........2-1 2.1 Before Starting Work ................ 2-2 2.1.1 Checks Before Operation ..........2-2 2.2 Online and Offline ................2-3 2.2.1 Operating in Online Mode ..........2-4  Switching to Online Mode ........... 2-4 2.2.2 Operating in Offline Mode ..........
  • Page 14 PREFACE 3.3.10 Adjustment of GAP Sensor/I-Mark Sensor ...... 3-25  Auto Adjustment of Pitch Sensor........3-26  Manual Adjustment of Pitch Sensor ........3-27 3.3.11 Setting of Detect Position ..........3-28 3.3.12 Setting of Print Speed ............3-29 3.3.13 Setting of Print Darkness ..........3-30 3.3.14 Adjustment of Platen Roller ..........
  • Page 15 PREFACE 3.4.25 Registration of Password ..........3-63 3.4.26 Setting of Key Lock ............3-64 3.5 Operations under Interface Mode ..........3-65 3.5.1 Setting of Protocol ............3-65 3.5.2 Communication Settings of LAN ........3-66 3.5.3 Communication Settings of RS-232C ......3-67 3.5.4 Confirmation of Communication Settings of RS-232C ..
  • Page 16 PREFACE Chapter 5 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT ... 5-1 5.1 Installing and Removing the Interface ..........5-2 5.2 Installation and Removal of CF Card Slot ........5-4 5.3 Installing and Removing the Cutter Unit .......... 5-5 5.3.1 Passing the Label Roll through Cutter Unit ....... 5-7 5.4 Installing and Removing the Peeling Unit ........
  • Page 17 BEFORE OPERATION Chapter 1 BEFORE OPERATION Here is an introductory explanation of the printer. For a better understanding and correct use of this printer, please refer to this part too. 1.1 Names and Functions of the Components ... 1-2 Front View ..............1-2 Rear View ..............1-3 Operating Panel .............1-4 1.2 Checking the Supplied Items/Consumables/...

  • Page 18: Names And Functions Of The Components

    BEFORE OPERATION Names and Functions of the Components The names of the parts together with their functions are explained. Explanation in this manual is given using the following names. Please remember these names and read next pages. Front View...

  • Page 19: Rear View

    BEFORE OPERATION Rear View...

  • Page 20: Operating Panel

    BEFORE OPERATION Operating Panel...

  • Page 21: Checking The Supplied Items/Consumables/Optional Units

    As the connecting cord is different based on the types of computer you use and this printer, please prepare a connecting cord separately according to the User's Guide for your computer. 1.2.2 Consumables Please use labels and ribbons made by NITTO DENKO.

  • Page 22: Optional Unit

    BEFORE OPERATION 1.2.3 Optional Unit The following option parts are supported by this printer. If you bought any of these options, please confirm that the option unit is loaded together with the package. * The Interface Unit does not function as print server. So it cannot execute synchronous printing from multiple computers.

  • Page 23: Installation Procedure

    BEFORE OPERATION Installation Procedure Here is an explanation of how to connect the cables, how to connect power source and how to disconnect power source. 1.3.1 Connecting Cables When connecting this printer to the computer that sends print command, please follow the instructions given below.
  • Page 24 BEFORE OPERATION Method to uninstall the cord clamp Hold up the claw of the fixing part, the pull out the cord clamp. Connect the Connecting Cord to your computer. Connect the Power Source Plug to the socket outlet. Please never do octopus foot wiring for Power Cord.

  • Page 25: Turning On The Power

    BEFORE OPERATION 1.3.2 Turning on the Power Press on the [ | ] side of Power Switch and power is turned ON. Power lamp lights up, and product name, head density as well as version information will be displayed on the LCD for about 2 seconds.

  • Page 26: Installing The Thermal Transfer Ribbon

    BEFORE OPERATION Installing the Thermal Transfer Ribbon Here is an explanation of how to install the thermal transfer ribbon. When heat-sensitive label is used, it is not necessary to install thermal transfer ribbon. 1.4.1 Installing the Thermal Transfer Ribbon Press on the [ | ] side of the Power Switch and power source is turned ON.
  • Page 27 BEFORE OPERATION Take out the used ribbon and paper spool. Press the Ribbon Winder with your finger to constrict the axis diameter and take out the used ribbon. Set the width of ribbon. Tune the Ribbon Holder Lever and move the Ribbon Holder until it arrives at a suitable position.
  • Page 28 BEFORE OPERATION Stick the tip of the ribbon onto the Sticking Sheet on the Ribbon When the optional unit for rolling the paper-roll Winder. ribbon is used, please align the paper-roll to the front end of the ribbon. When the bonding force of the adhesive sheet becomes weak, please replace it.
  • Page 29 BEFORE OPERATION Lower the Head Lock Lever towards the lock. Thermal Head is lowered. Close the Side Cover. And the installation of Thermal Transfer Ribbon is completed. * If the Label Roll is still not installed, please read “1.5 Installing the Label Roll”...

  • Page 30: Installing The Label Roll

    BEFORE OPERATION Installing the Label Roll 1.5.1 Installing the Label Roll Here is an explanation of how to install the Label Roll. Press on the [ O ] side of the Power Switch and power is turned OFF. Power Lamp goes out, and the power source is disconnected.
  • Page 31 BEFORE OPERATION Release the Presser. Please confirm that after Push the Presser Release Lever and the the Presser is released it is Presser is released. well fastened with the Lift the Presser and fasten it with Magnet. Magnet. If you release your hands in the midway of opening/closing, the Presser might fall and...
  • Page 32 BEFORE OPERATION Let the tip of Label Roll pass as Please make sure that shown in the picture. Label Roll passes in between the Sensor Guard (Upper) Sensor Guard (Lower). Hold the tip of Label Roll, plug in from the horizontal side and the Label Roll can be installed smoothly.
  • Page 33 BEFORE OPERATION Use the Pitch Sensor Position Tuning Knob to tune the position of Pitch Sensor. Turn the Pitch Sensor Position Tuning Knob clockwise to move towards label core, and counterclockwise to move towards label tip. When the transmission sensor is used Turn the lever to make the transmission sensor be located at the center of the label width.
  • Page 34 BEFORE OPERATION Lower the Head Lock Lever When lowering the towards the lock. Thermal Head, please Thermal Head is lowered. drag the label so that the it is tight. Close the Side Cover. Press on the [ | ] side of the Power Switch and power source is turned ON.
  • Page 35 BEFORE OPERATION Locate the beginning of the Label. By pressing the button several times, Press the button to set the printer offline Label pitch can be and press the button several times saved. * Please confirm that the Label can be fed smoothly.
  • Page 36 BEFORE OPERATION 1-20...
  • Page 37 BASIC OPERATIONS Chapter 2 BASIC OPERATIONS Following is an explanation of the basic operations of this printer. 2.1 Before Starting Work ..........2-2 2.1.1 Checks Before Operation ........2-2 2.2 Online and Offline ..........2-3 2.2.1 Operating in Online Mode ........2-4 Switching to Online Mode ..........

  • Page 38: Before Starting Work

    BASIC OPERATIONS Before Starting Work This section explains how to check the machine before operation and how to switch between online and offline statuses. 2.1.1 Checks Before Operation In order to keep the pinter in good condition for regular use, please check the following places before you actually start any operation of the printer.

  • Page 39: Online And Offline

    BASIC OPERATIONS Online and Offline “Online” refers to the status under which the printer is connected to computer and can receive data for printing; “offline” refers to the status under which the printer is disconnected with computer and cannot receive data from the computer. Please turn the printer Offline while setting up the printer on operating panel or doing any cleaning.

  • Page 40: Operating In Online Mode

    BASIC OPERATIONS 2.2.1 Operating in Online Mode When the printer is online, it can finish the following operations. Receive data from computer and print it out. Press the key, switch the printer offline and printing process can be suspended. When starting printing, please confirm the online/offline status.

  • Page 41: Operating In Offline Mode

    BASIC OPERATIONS 2.2.2 Operating in Offline Mode When the printer is stopped, the following operations can be done.  Press the key, and switch the printer online. When setting or If printing is suspended, printing process will be restarted. adjustment of label ...

  • Page 42: Switching To Offline Mode

    BASIC OPERATIONS If the printer is not offline, follow the steps to turn the printer offline. Switching to Offline Mode Press the key. Online lamp goes out, and the word “STOPPED” will be displayed on the LCD. If printing is not finished, the process will be suspended.

  • Page 43: Delete The Received Data

    BASIC OPERATIONS Delete the Received Data Delete the data received from computer. If you turn off power, the operation produces Keep pushing for over 2 same effect seconds. deletion. The received data will be deleted. This operation cannot be properly done if the printer is receiving data.

  • Page 44: Adjust The Home Position Of Label

    BASIC OPERATIONS Adjust the Home Position of Label If the printed label shows slippage, adjust the home position of label. If there is data waiting * Increase the value for adjustment to the home position of label that has been set up in print to be printed, this configuration, and the results indicates the acutal home position.

  • Page 45: Adjust Tear Off Position/Cutter Position/Dispenser Position

    BASIC OPERATIONS Adjust Tear off Position/Cutter Position/Dispenser Position If the printed label shows slippage, adjust the operation positions according to different printing modes. If there is data waiting to be printed, this * Increase the value for adjustment to operation position that has been set up in print operation cannot be configuration, and the results indicates the acutual operation position.

  • Page 46: Adjust Print Darkness

    BASIC OPERATIONS Adjust Print Darkness If the print on label is too light or too dark, adjustment of print darkness can be done. * Increase the value for adjustment to print darkness that has been set up in print configuration, there data waiting to be printed,...

  • Page 47: Stand-Alone Printing

    BASIC OPERATIONS Stand-Alone Printing Use CF card in which printing data is saved and the printer can complete stand-alone printing. Only when CF card slot (option) is installed and stand-alone printing is enabled, the operation can be completed. Please read “3.4.12 Setting of Stand-Alone” on page 3-53 for details about the settings of this function.
  • Page 48 BASIC OPERATIONS 2-12...
  • Page 49 SETUP PROCEDURE Chapter 3 SETUP PROCEDURE This chapter explains how to set the printer. 3.1 Setting Mode ............3-4 3.1.1 Type of Setting Mode ..........3-4 3.1.2 Selection of Setting Mode ........3-5 3.1.3 Menu Flow of Setting Mode ........3-6 3.2 Operations under LABEL SET Mode ..... 3-7 3.2.1 Register New Print Configuration ......3-8 3.2.2 Edit Print Configuration ........3-9 3.2.3 Delete Print Configuration .........
  • Page 50 SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.16 Setting of Continuous Paper ......3-33 3.3.17 Adjustment of Printing Position......3-35 3.3.18 Setting of Print Configuration ......3-37 3.3.19 Setting of Tear Off Time ........3-38 3.3.20 Setting of Print by Pulse Division ...... 3-39 3.3.21 Label and Ribbon Combination ......3-40 3.3.22 Label Skip ............
  • Page 51 SETUP PROCEDURE 3.6.2 Printing of Barcode ........... 3-70 3.6.3 Printing of Head Rank ........3-71 3.6.4 Printing of Font ..........3-72 3.6.5 Printing of Check Pattern ........3-72 3.6.6 Printing of CF Card Content ......3-73 3.7 Operations under Dump Mode ......3-74 3.7.1 Implementation of Online Dump ......

  • Page 52: Setting Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Setting Mode Under setting mode, necessary settings in preparation for printing and test print can be done. 3.1.1 Type of Setting Mode There are 7 types of setting mode, namely “LABEL SET” mode, “ADVANCED” mode, “INTERFACE” mode, “TEST PRINT” mode, “DUMP” mode, “SENSOR CHECK” mode and “VERSION UP”...

  • Page 53: Selection Of Setting Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.1.2 Selection of Setting Mode Here gives the explanation of the operational procedure as for how to change from normal mode to various setting modes. Change to OFFLINE status. By pressing the key once at a time, the ONLINE Lamp lights up (ONLINE status) ↔...

  • Page 54: Menu Flow Of Setting Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.1.3 Menu Flow of Setting Mode...

  • Page 55: Operations Under Label Set Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Operations under LABEL SET Mode Under LABEL SET mode, setting of label print configurations like label size, print darkness, home position of label printing, etc. can be done. Management of print configuration is done via Label No., and depending on the type and usage of label multiple numbers can be registered.

  • Page 56: Register New Print Configuration

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.2.1 Register New Print Configuration Here is an explanation of how to register a new print configuration. Below is only an introduction of how to register the (Label No.) new print configuration. After registration of new Label No., please read “3.2.2 Edit Print Configuration” on page 3-9 for reference to set print configuration.

  • Page 57: Edit Print Configuration

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.2.2 Edit Print Configuration Below is an explanation of how to edit print configuration. The changed print configuration cannot be restored with the printer alone. Before any change, please keep back-up data in your computer or CF card. Turn the dial under LABEL SET mode to display “EDIT”...

  • Page 58: Setting Menu For Print Configuration

    SETUP PROCEDURE  Setting Menu for Print Configuration Reference Setting Menu Contents Page PRINTING MODE Set the operations after printing is finished. P.3-14 CUTTER POSITION Set the operation position of where to cut off the media after printing. P.3-15 Menu displaying and setting can be done only when “CUTTER” is selected under setting menu “1-1 PRINTING MODE”.

  • Page 59: Delete Print Configuration

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.2.3 Delete Print Configuration Below is an explanation of how to delete print configuration. The deleted print configuration cannot be restored with the printer alone. Before any change, please keep back-up data in your computer or CF card. Label No.01 is registered as default setting, and therefore it cannot be deleted.

  • Page 60: Various Settings Of Print Configuration

    SETUP PROCEDURE Various Settings of Print Configuration This section explains the operational procedures of various settings under Label Set mode. Depending on the printing media used, print method of the printer and usage, settings of the print configuration are different. Following is an explanation about the various settings related to different media and the size under different printing modes.

  • Page 61: Using Continuous Paper

    SETUP PROCEDURE  Using Continuous Paper If continuous paper is used, it is necessary to complete the settings below like printing position and size of the printed label. 3-13...

  • Page 62: Printing Mode Settings

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.1 Printing Mode Settings Set the operations after printing is finished. Display the “PRINTING MODE” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key. Move to selection of PRINTING MODE and the option line will be displayed in reverse video.

  • Page 63: Setting Of Cutter Position

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.2 Setting of Cutter Position Set the operation position of where to cut off the media after printing. It can be displayed only when "CUTTER" under “1-1 PRINTING MODE” is selected. Please read “3.3.1 Printing Mode Settings” on page 3-14 for details about operation of selection. Display the “CUTTER POSITION”...

  • Page 64: Setting Of Dispenser Position

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.3 Setting of Dispenser Position Set the operation position of where to peel off the media after printing. It can be displayed only when “DISPENSER” under “1-1 PRINTING MODE” is selected. Please read “3.3.1 Printing Mode Settings” on page 3-14 for details about operation of selection. Display the “DISPENSER POSITION”...

  • Page 65: Setting Of Dispenser Time

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.4 Setting of Dispenser Time Set the time for stand-by in order to peel off the media after printing is finished. It can be displayed only when “DISPENSER” under “1-1 PRINTING MODE” is selected. Please read “3.3.1 Printing Mode Settings” on page 3-14 for details about operation of selection. Display the “DISPENSER TIME”...

  • Page 66: Setting Of Tear Off Position

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.5 Setting of Tear off Position Set the operation position of where to tear off the media after printing is finished. It can be displayed only when “TEAR OFF” under “1-1 PRINTING MODE” is selected. Please read “3.3.1 Printing Mode Settings” on page 3-14 for details about operation of selection. Display the “TEAR OFF POSITION”...

  • Page 67: Setting Of Home Position

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.6 Setting of Home Position Set the Home Position of Pitch Sensor (Label Sensor). Display the “HOME POSITION” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key.

  • Page 68: Setting Of Print Method

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.7 Setting of Print Method Set the type of print media (thermal paper /heat-transfer paper). Display the “PRINT METHOD” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key.

  • Page 69: Setting Of Label Size

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.8 Setting of Label Size Set Label Size (width, length and pitch between labels). Display the “LABEL SIZE” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode. Press the key. Move to selection of setting options and the option of “WIDTH” will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD.

  • Page 70: Set Label Length

    SETUP PROCEDURE  Set Label Length Display “LENGTH”. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key. Move to the operation of setting label length and the length line will be displayed in reverse video.

  • Page 71: Set Label Pitch

    SETUP PROCEDURE  Set Label Pitch Display “PITCH”. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key. Move to the operation of setting label pitch and the pitch line will be displayed in reverse video.

  • Page 72: Setting Of Pitch Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.9 Setting of Pitch Sensor Set the type of Pitch Sensor that is used for detecting label. Depending on the print media used, the sensors used for label detecting are different. Display the “PITCH SENSOR” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode.

  • Page 73: Adjustment Of Gap Sensor/I-Mark Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.10 Adjustment of GAP Sensor/I-Mark Sensor Adjust the sensitivity of sensors. As operational procedures for Gap1 sensor, GAP2 sensor, I-Mark1 sensor and I-Mark2 sensor are all the same, here “Adjustment of GAP1 Sensor” is picked as an example for explanation. Display the “GAP1 SENSOR ADJUST”...
  • Page 74 SETUP PROCEDURE  Auto Adjustment of Pitch Sensor Display “AUTO”. Press the key. Instruction message will be displayed. Open the side cover. When opening the side cover, please open it completely untill the top surface of the cover touches the printer main part.
  • Page 75 SETUP PROCEDURE  Manual Adjustment of Pitch Sensor Display “MANUAL”. Press the key. Move to selection of items for adjustment. Turn the dial to display a random adjustment option. Pitch Sensor Content LIGHT Adjust the quantity of light for light sensing through sensor. QUANTITY Please read under mentioned “Adjustment of Light Quantity”...

  • Page 76: Setting Of Detect Position

    SETUP PROCEDURE Adjustment of Threshold Value Display “THRESHOLD”. Press the key. Move to adjustment of threshold value and the value line will be displayed in reverse video. Press the Turn the dial to display a to return to selection of items for adjustment.

  • Page 77: Setting Of Print Speed

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.12 Setting of Print Speed Set print speed. If print quality is not satisfactory, please slow down print speed. Display the “PRINT SPEED” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key.

  • Page 78: Setting Of Print Darkness

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.13 Setting of Print Darkness Set Print darkness. The maximum print darkness is 100%, and please set the ratio of change in print darkness in relation to this percentage. Display the “PRINT DARKNESS” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode.

  • Page 79: Adjustment Of Platen Roller

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.14 Adjustment of Platen Roller Adjust the perimeter of Platen Roller. For the Platen Roller, depending on operating environment and years, the perimeter of paper feed might change. In such case, please adjust the perimeter so that the paper feed can function properly. Adjustment value is usually set as 100%.

  • Page 80: Print Setting Of Qr Code

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.15 Print Setting of QR Code Set print quality for printing of QR code. Display the “QR CODE PRINT” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key.
  • Page 81 SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.16 Setting of Continuous Paper Set permission for using continuous paper as well as adjust the value related to paper feeding operations during using continuous paper. Continuous paper makes the function possible that during actual printing part of the print data can be printed on one page and the printer stops and starts printing from the beginning of the next page.
  • Page 82 SETUP PROCEDURE  Selection of Print Media Display “CONTINUOUS PAPER”. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key. Move to selection of enabling/disabling continuous paper and the option line will be displayed in reverse video.
  • Page 83 SETUP PROCEDURE  Setting of Gap between Page Display “GAP BETWEEN PAGE”. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key. Move to setting of gap between page and the option line will be displayed in reverse video. Press the Turn the dial to display a random to return to selection of...
  • Page 84 SETUP PROCEDURE  Setting of Printing Position (Width) Display “WIDTH”. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key. Move to the operation of setting width adjustment and the option line will be displayed in reverse video.
  • Page 85 SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.18 Setting of Print Configuration Set to enable either the preset print configuration of this printer or the designated print configuration by command. For a print configuration without command, the preset configuration of this printer will be enabled. Display the “DESIGNATED PRINT”...

  • Page 86: Setting Of Tear Off Time

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.19 Setting of Tear Off Time If printing mode is set as “TEAR OFF”, set the time lag lasting from the ending of a print to the starting of tearing off operation. Display the “TEAR OFF TIME” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode.

  • Page 87: Setting Of Print By Pulse Division

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.20 Setting of Print by Pulse Division Adjust print darkness in response to the temperature change in thermal head. Display the “PULSE DIVISION” menu under “LABEL SET” (Edit) mode. The current preset value will be displayed in the fourth line on the LCD. Press the key.

  • Page 88: Label And Ribbon Combination

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.21 Label and Ribbon Combination Set the combination number of the label and the ribbon. To obtain the best printing quality, please select a setting from the List of combinations. Display the “PAIR of LABEL & RIBBON” menu under “LABEL SET”...

  • Page 89: Label Skip

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.3.22 Label Skip When label is peeled off from backing paper, the error of label end occurs. If LABEL SKIP is enabled, the peeled-off label will be skipped over and printing will continue with the next label. (If there are successive 3 pages of label peeled off, error massage will still be displayed.) Display the “LABEL SKIP”...

  • Page 90: Operations Under Advanced Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Operations under Advanced Mode Settings about the basic operations of the printer like adjustment of LCD brightness and language change can be done. After moving to advanced mode, turn the dial to select a setting menu. Setting menu and the corresponding contents are shown below. Reference Setting Menu Content...

  • Page 91: Confirmation Of Printer Information

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.1 Confirmation of Printer Information Confirm the specification of thermal head and version information here. Under advanced mode, turn the Press the dial to display “PRINTER to return to selection of INFORMATION”. setting mode. The value of head density and version information will be displayed in the third and fourth line on the LCD respectively.

  • Page 92: Setting Of Jis Code

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.3 Setting of JIS Code Set the JIS coding system for Japanese Kanji data received from computer. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “JIS CODE”. Press the to return to selection of setting mode. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 93: Setting Of Zero Slash

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.4 Setting of Zero Slash Set print method for printing “0”. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “ZERO SLASH”. Press the to return to selection of setting mode. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 94: Setting Of Kanji Font

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.5 Setting of Kanji Font Set the type (Gothic/Mincho) of Kanji font designated in Kanji command (ESC-K1, ESC-K2). Under advanced mode, turn the Press the dial to display “KANJI FONT”. to return to selection of setting mode. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 95: Adjustment Of Print Darkness

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.6 Adjustment of Print Darkness Set Print darkness. This menu is used when print configuration is set in computer application. As there are 5 classifications, please set the print darkness for each of the classifications. [Example] Classifications of print darkness 1=60%, 2=70%, 3=80%, 4=90% and 5=100%. Under advanced mode, turn the Press the dial to display “DARKNESS...

  • Page 96: Setting Of Head Check

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.7 Setting of Head Check Set whether to enable Head Check or not. Under advanced mode, turn the Press the dial to display “HEAD CHECK”. to return to selection of setting mode. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 97: Setting Of Auto Online

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.8 Setting of Auto Online Set printer status after start-up (Online/Offline). Under advanced mode, turn the Press the dial to display “AUTO ONLINE”. to return to selection of setting mode. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 98: Setting Of Auto Online Feed

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.9 Setting of Auto Online Feed Set whether to feed paper at start-up. Under advanced mode, turn the Press the dial to display “AUTO ONLINE to return to selection of FEED”. setting mode. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 99: Setting Of Reprint On Error

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.10 Setting of Reprint on Error Set whether to re-print the label that has been printed immediately previous to error, if error occurs. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “PRINT ON Press the to return to selection of ERROR”.

  • Page 100: Setting Of Printed Log

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.11 Setting of Printed Log Set whether to save in CF card data about the number of print pages, type of keys used, etc. It is enabled only when the printer is installed with CF card slot (option). Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “PRINTED LOG”.

  • Page 101: Setting Of Stand-Alone

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.12 Setting of Stand-Alone Set whether to allow stand-alone application depending on CF card.  It is enabled only when the printer is installed with CF card slot (option).  When stand-alone printing is enabled there will be no communication with computer. The data file in CF card necessary for stand-alone printing is created as LABEL SHOT SV.

  • Page 102: Setting Of Human Readable

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.13 Setting of Human Readable Set the handwriting style of the readable text of JAN/UPC to be printed below barcode. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display Press the “HUMANREADABLE”. to return to selection of setting mode. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 103: Setting Of External Signal

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.14 Setting of External Signal Set whether to allow input/output of external signal. It is enabled only when input/output terminal for external signal is installed. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “EXTERNAL Press the SIGNAL”. to return to selection of setting mode.

  • Page 104: Confirmation Of Head Counter

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.16 Confirmation of Head Counter Confirm the counter of head here. Under advanced mode, turn the Press the dial to display “HEAD COUNTER”. to return to selection of setting mode. Head counter is displayed in the third line on the LCD. 3.4.17 Confirmation of Platen Counter Confirm the rotation distance of Platen Roller here.

  • Page 105: Setting Of Coordinates Adjustment

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.19 Setting of Coordinates Adjustment Set the method of adjusting printing position (coordinates) when there is difference between the drawing range of computer and the actually available printing range. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “COORDINATES Press the ADJUST”.

  • Page 106: Default Setting

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.20 Default Setting Restore the settings to default (factory settings). Initialized settings cannot be recalled by the printer alone. Please back up your settings in computer before initialization. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “DEFAULT Press the SETTING”.

  • Page 107: Adjustment Of Lcd Brightness

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.21 Adjustment of LCD Brightness Adjust the brightness of LCD. Please adjust the brightness when it is difficult to have a clear view of the LCD. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “LCD Press the BRIGHTNESS”. to return to selection of setting mode.

  • Page 108: Setting Of End Label Processing

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.22 Setting of End Label Processing Set whether to make the last print as an error to indicate running out of label when the last label on the backing paper is printed out. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “END LABEL Press the PROCESSING”.

  • Page 109: Setting Of Buzzer Sound

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.23 Setting of Buzzer Sound Set whether to give buzzer sound when malfunction or other abnormality occurs. Even if Buzzer Sound is disabled, when confirming the settings of respective sensors under sensor mode it still gives a buzzer sound. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “BUZZER SOUND”.

  • Page 110: Setting Of Display Language

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.24 Setting of Display Language Set the language for message displaying on the LCD. For this printer, either Japanese or English can be set as display language. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “LANGUAGE”. Press the to return to selection of setting mode.

  • Page 111: Registration Of Password

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.25 Registration of Password Set the password displayed for operating the keys after start-up. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “PASSWORD Press the REGISTER”. to return to selection of setting mode. Press the key. Current password is displayed and the value line will be displayed in reverse video.

  • Page 112: Setting Of Key Lock

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.4.26 Setting of Key Lock Set whether to enable or disable key operations. Under advanced mode, turn the dial to display “KEY LOCK”. The current setting will be displayed in the third line on the LCD. Press the key.

  • Page 113: Operations Under Interface Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Operations under Interface Mode Communication setting of installed interface board (option) can be done. Depending on the type of interface, the displayed contents are different. After moving to interface mode, turn the dial to select a setting menu. Setting menu and corresponding contents are shown below.

  • Page 114: Communication Settings Of Lan

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.5.2 Communication Settings of LAN Set the address and others when LAN interface is installed. Turn the dial under certain interface Press the mode to display “IP Address”. to return to selection of setting mode. In the respective message line on the LCD (line 2: IP Address, line 3: Subnet Mask and line 4: Gateway) will be displayed current preset value.

  • Page 115: Communication Settings Of Rs-232C

    SETUP PROCEDURE Press the key. Move to the operation of setting gateway and the first input area will be displayed in reverse video. Press the key, settings is confirmed and the printer will be restarted. Turn the dial to display a random Gateway and press the key (or key) to switch to the next input area.

  • Page 116: Confirmation Of Communication Settings Of Rs-232C

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.5.4 Confirmation of Communication Settings of RS-232C Below is an explanation of the procedures for confirming the communication settings in the DipSW on the RS-232C interface board. Turn the dial under certain interface mode to display “RS- Press the to return to selection of 232C DISPLAY THE SETTINGS”.

  • Page 117: Operations Under Test Print Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Operations under Test Print Mode In order to confirm the conditions of printing, test print of demo pattern printing and barcode printing can be done. And, operations like head check or printing the content of settings can also be done. After moving to test print mode, turn the dial to select a setting menu.

  • Page 118: Printing Of Barcode

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.6.2 Printing of Barcode Test-print the coding systems of barcode once at a time. Under Test Print mode, turn the Press the dial to display “BARCODE”. to return to selection of setting mode. Press the key. Printing cannot be Print the barcode and return to selection of suspended.

  • Page 119: Printing Of Head Rank

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.6.3 Printing of Head Rank Finish head check and print out the results of head check. Under Test Print mode, turn the Press the dial to display “HEAD CHECK”. to return to selection of setting mode. Press the key.

  • Page 120: Printing Of Font

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.6.4 Printing of Font Test-print the fonts supported by this printer. Under Test Print mode, turn the Press the dial to display “FONT LIST”. to return to selection of setting mode. Press the key. Printing cannot be Print the font and return to selection of suspended.

  • Page 121: Printing Of Cf Card Content

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.6.6 Printing of CF Card Content Print out the contents saved in CF card. Effective printing can be done only when CF card slot (option) is installed. Under Test Print mode, turn the dial to display “CONTET OF CF Press the to return to selection of CARD”.

  • Page 122: Operations Under Dump Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Operations under Dump Mode Printing of the contents received from computer, or writing the contents into the CF card (option) as a file can be done. After moving to dump mode, turn the dial to select a setting menu. Setting menu and the corresponding contents are shown below.

  • Page 123: Saving Of Printing Instruction

    SETUP PROCEDURE  Saving of Printing Instruction Under dump mode, turn the dial to display “ONLINE DUMP”. Press the to return to selection of setting mode. Press the key. Move to selection of output destination. Turn the dial to display “CF CARD”.

  • Page 124: Implementation Of Dump After Data Receiving

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.7.2 Implementation of Dump after Data Receiving Print out the contents of printing instruction or save the contents into CF card. In case of printing out onto the label, please refer to “ Printing of Printing Instruction”, and in case of saving into CF card, please refer to “...

  • Page 125: Saving Of Printing Instruction

    SETUP PROCEDURE  Saving of Printing Instruction Under dump mode, turn the dial to display “RECEIVED DATA Press the to return to selection of DUMP”. setting mode. Press the key. Move to selection of output destination. Turn the dial to display “CF CARD”.

  • Page 126: Operations Under Sensor Check Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Operations under Sensor Check Mode Checking of operations as for whether the sensor is properly functioning or not can be done. After moving to sensor check mode, turn the dial to select a setting menu. Setting menu and the corresponding contents are shown below. Reference Setting Menu Content...

  • Page 127: Confirmation Of Gap Sensor/I-Mark Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.1 Confirmation of Gap Sensor/I-Mark Sensor Feed 1 page of label and check the operation to see whether can detect the label. As operations for Gap1 sensor, Gap2 sensor, I-Mark1 sensor, I-Mark2 sensor are all the same, operation of “Gap1 Sensor” is selected as an example for explanation. Under Sensor Check mode, turn the dial to display “GAP1 Press the...

  • Page 128: Confirmation Of Head Up Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.2 Confirmation of Head Up Sensor Operate the head and check the operation to see whether head up sensor is properly functioning. Even buzzer sound is disabled under advanced mode, the buzzer still rings for confirmation. Under sensor check mode, turn the dial to display “HEAD UP Press the SENSOR”.

  • Page 129: Confirmation Of Feed Roller Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.3 Confirmation of Feed Roller Sensor Operate the presser and check the operation to see whether feed roller sensor is properly functioning. Even buzzer sound is disabled under advanced mode, the buzzer still rings for confirmation. Under Sensor Check mode, turn the dial to display “ROLLER Press the SENSOR”.

  • Page 130: Confirmation Of Ribbon Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.4 Confirmation of Ribbon Sensor Turn the ribbon feeder and check whether operations of ribbon sensor are proper or not. Even buzzer sound is disabled under advanced mode, the buzzer still rings for confirmation. Under sensor check mode, turn the dial to display “RIBBON Press the to return to selection of...

  • Page 131: Confirmation Of Dumper Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.5 Confirmation of Dumper Sensor Please lower the dumper arm first, and check the operation to see whether the dumper sensor is properly functioning. Even buzzer sound is disabled under advanced mode, the buzzer still rings for confirmation. Under sensor check mode, turn Press the the dial to display “DUMPER...

  • Page 132: Confirmation Of Head Temperature

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.6 Confirmation of Head Temperature Check whether the temperature of thermal head is correctly displayed. Under sensor check mode, turn Press the the dial to display “HEAD to return to selection of TEMPERATURE”. setting mode. Press the key. Head temperature will be displayed in the third line on the LCD.

  • Page 133: Confirmation Of Dispenser Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.8 Confirmation of Dispenser Sensor Insert label in between the light emitting and light sensing devices of dispenser sensor and check the operation to see whether the label can be detected.  The option is displayed when the print configuration of selecting “DISPENSER” for the setting menu “1-1 Printing Mode”...

  • Page 134: Confirmation Of External Signal (Input)

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.9 Confirmation of External Signal (Input) Check data communication to see whether input signal from external equipment connected to the input terminal can be properly received. Checking is only necessary when input terminal (option) for external signal is installed. Under sensor check mode, turn Press the the dial to display “EXTERNAL...

  • Page 135: Confirmation Of External Signal (Output)

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.10 Confirmation of External Signal (Output) Check whether the output signal sent to the external equipment connected to the output terminal can change normally. Checking is only necessary when output terminal (option) for external signal is installed. Under sensor check mode, turn Press the the dial to display “EXTERNAL to return to selection of...

  • Page 136: Confirmation Of End Tape Sensor

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.8.11 Confirmation of End Tape Sensor Insert a piece of white paper that can reflect light in between the light emitting and light sensing devices of End Tape Sensor, and check the operation as for whether Thermal Transfer Ribbon can be detected. Confirmation of End Tape Sensor must be done with white paper that can reflect light.

  • Page 137: Operations Under Version Up Mode

    SETUP PROCEDURE Operations under Version Up Mode Rewriting of the printer program can be done either from computer or from the CF card. After moving to version up mode, turn the dial to select a setting menu. Setting menu and the corresponding contents are shown below. Reference Setting Menu Content...

  • Page 138: Version Up Through Cf Card

    SETUP PROCEDURE 3.9.2 Version Up through CF Card Program data can be received from CF card and the program can be rewritten. Operations are enabled only when CF card slot (option) is installed. Under version up mode, turn the dial to display “CF CARD”. Press the to return to selection of setting mode.

  • Page 139: Chapter 4 Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Chapter 4 MAINTENANCE This chapter explains how to clean and replace the various parts. 4.1 Cleaning the Interior of the Printer ......4-2 4.2 Replacing the Thermal Head ......... 4-8 4.3 Replacement of Platen Roller ......4-12...

  • Page 140: Cleaning The Interior Of The Printer

    MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Interior of the Printer If the parts are not clean, it not only makes the printer unable to produce clear and normal printed label, but also causes malfunction. Please regularly clean your printer. Press on the [  ] side of the Power Switch and power is turned OFF.
  • Page 141 MAINTENANCE Keep the Dumper Arm released. Hold and lift the Dumper Arm upwards to its maximum limit till it gives a clicking sound indicating that it is fastened. Remove the dumper roller, use a cloth soaked with isopropyl alcohol to clean the taints. Turn the fastening bolt of dumper arm with your finger and remove the dumper roller.
  • Page 142 MAINTENANCE Use a cotton swab soaked with isopropyl alcohol to wipe the thermal head gently. Use a cloth soaked with isopropyl alcohol to wipe the platen roller and the ribbon roller gently. Remove the Sensor Guard (upper and lower) and wipe off the dirtiness on the surface.
  • Page 143 MAINTENANCE Remove the Centering Guide To install the part, unit, and wipe off the dirtiness please insert on its surface. projection part of the Centering Guide unit Turn the fastening bolt of Centering Guide into the grooved hole with your finger and remove the Centering on the inner side of Guide.
  • Page 144 MAINTENANCE Fasten the presser. Lower the presser towards the locking direction until it gives a short snapping sound, and the presser is fastened. Lower the Dumper Arm. Hold and lift the Dumper Arm upward to its When releasing the Dumper Arm, please maximum limit till it gives a clicking sound do not pull it down indicating it is released, and lower the...
  • Page 145 MAINTENANCE Clean the air filter. Remove the air filter and wash it with water; after it is completely dry install it as it was previously installed. Press on the [ | ] side of the Power Switch and power source is turned ON.

  • Page 146: Replacing The Thermal Head

    MAINTENANCE Replacing the Thermal Head This section is an explanation of how to replace the Thermal Head. Press on the [  ] side of the Power Switch and power is turned OFF. Power Lamp goes out, and the power source is disconnected.
  • Page 147 MAINTENANCE Uphold the Thermal Head with Please do not touch your hand and pull the fastening the heat-generating lever of the Thermal Head part of the Thermal Head with your bare towards you. hands. Unfasten the Thermal Head. It will cause bad quality in printing.
  • Page 148 MAINTENANCE Pull the fastening lever of the Thermal Head towards you, and put the fingernail inside while upholding the Thermal Head with your hand. Once your fingernail is inside, restore the fastening lever of the Thermal Head. Move the Thermal Head forward and backward.
  • Page 149 MAINTENANCE Lower the Head Lock Lever towards the lock. Thermal Head is lowered. Close the Side Cover. Press on the [ | ] side of the Power Switch and power source is turned ON. Power lamp lights up and the printer is started.

  • Page 150: Replacement Of Platen Roller

    MAINTENANCE Replacement of Platen Roller This section is an explanation of how to replace Platen Roller. Press on the [  ] side of the Power Switch and power is turned OFF. Power Lamp goes out, and the power source is disconnected.
  • Page 151 MAINTENANCE Release the Presser. Please confirm that Push the Presser Release Lever and the after the Presser is Presser is released. released it is well Lift the Presser and fasten it with Magnet. fastened with the Magnet. If you release your hands in the midway of opening /closing, the Presser might fall...
  • Page 152 MAINTENANCE Insert the new Platen Roller. Install the roller bracket with the roller bracket fastening nail unfastened in Step 7. Please set the protruding part of the roller bracket into the hole and fasten it. Push in the Platen Roller towards roller bracket so that the rotation base well fits the hole of roller bracket.
  • Page 153 MAINTENANCE Install the Thermal Transfer Ribbon. For details about how to install the Thermal Transfer Ribbon, please read the steps 6 to 10 of “1.4.1 Installing the Thermal Transfer Ribbon” on page 1-10. Fasten the presser. Lower the presser towards the locking direction until it gives a short snapping sound, and the presser is fastened.
  • Page 154 MAINTENANCE Press on the [ | ] side of the Power Switch and power source is turned ON. Power lamp lights up and the printer is started. 4-16...
  • Page 155 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Chapter 5 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT This chapter explains how to install and remove the optional units. 5.1 Installing and Removing the Interface ....5-2 5.2 Installation and Removal of CF Card Slot ....5-4 5.3 Installing and Removing the Cutter Unit ....

  • Page 156: Installing And Removing The Interface

    INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Installing and Removing the Interface Below is an explanation of how to install and set the interfaces. For interface options, there are three types, namely LAN, USB, and RS-232C. Press on the [  ] side of the Power Switch and power is turned OFF.
  • Page 157 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Insert the interface board along Please be sure that the rail and fasten it with the the interface board is inserted. accessory bolt and the If the insertion is loose unfastened bolt in step 3. the printer might not be able to recognize Set up interface communication.

  • Page 158: Installation And Removal Of Cf Card Slot

    INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Installation and Removal of CF Card Slot Below is an explanation of how to install the CF Card Slot. Press on the [  ] side of the Power Switch and power is turned OFF. Power Lamp goes out, and the power source is disconnected.

  • Page 159: Installing And Removing The Cutter Unit

    INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Installing and Removing the Cutter Unit Below is an explanation of how to install the Cutter Unit. Press on the [  ] side of the Before turn the power Power Switch and power is OFF, please confirm turned OFF.
  • Page 160 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Unfasten 2 bolts and remove the Front Cover. Unfasten 1 bolt and remove the interior cover. Link the connector of the Cutter Unit. Insert the cut under the Cutter Unit into the groove of the printer.

  • Page 161: Passing The Label Roll Through Cutter Unit

    INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Install the two (2) accessory bolts of the Cutter Unit. If it is difficult to recognize the bolt holes, please float the Cutter Unit. <Removing Procedures> Please complete the operation by following the reversed order of installation procedures starting from step 9.

  • Page 162: Installing And Removing The Peeling Unit

    INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Installing and Removing the Peeling Unit Below is an explanation of how to install the Dispenser Unit. Press on the [  ] side of the Before turn the power Power Switch and power is OFF, please confirm turned OFF.
  • Page 163 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Unfasten 2 bolts and remove the The unfastened bolt Front Cover. (A) will be used to install the option interface board. Therefore, please be careful not to throw it away. Unfasten 1 bolt and remove the interior cover.

  • Page 164: Passing The Label Roll Through The Dispenser Unit

    INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Close the Dispenser Unit and install the two (2) accessory bolts. Push the Dispenser Unit towards the inner side; if it gives a short snapping sound it is fastened. After that, please fasten it with the accessory bolts.
  • Page 165 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT Pass the label mat through the Please keep the label peel-off unit. in full tension and then set it. Otherwise, if the label mat gets loose, the label cannot be normally peeled off. Close the Dispenser Unit. Push the Dispenser Unit towards the inner side;...
  • Page 166 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT 5-12...
  • Page 167 INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE OPTIONAL UNIT 5-13...

  • Page 168: Chapter 6 Appendix

    APPENDIX Chapter 6 APPENDIX Explain what to do when error message is displayed or other problems occur. In addition, tables of specifications and list of default settings are also provided. 6.1 Troubleshooting ............. 6-2 6.2 Specifications ............6-4 6.3 List of Default Settings ........... 6-5...

  • Page 169: Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting When error occurs to the printer, there will be an error message on the LCD. Besides, together with the error message, buzzer sound rings and error lamp lights up. This section is an explanation of the error messages, their causes and possible solutions. Error Message Cause Measure...
  • Page 170 APPENDIX Error Message Cause Measure Communication settings of RS-232C do Confirm the communication configuration RS-232C Parity Error not fit. and make it fit. 1. Communication settings of RS-232C 1. Please confirm the communication RS-232C Framing are not correct. configuration and properly set it. Error 2.

  • Page 171: Specifications

    APPENDIX Specifications Printer Standard Specifications Name of Product DURA PRINTER SI600 Print Method Thermal transfer and/or direct thermal method Signal Transfer Buffer Print Darkness 24 dot/mm Print Width (Maximum) 109 mm Print Length (Maximum) 400 mm Print Speed (Maximum) 150 mm/s Thickness of Paper 0.06 ~ 0.268 mm Label Size...

  • Page 172: List Of Default Settings

    APPENDIX List of Default Settings Label Set Mode Label No. Printing mode Continuous Cutter position 0.000 mm Dispenser position 0.000 mm Dispenser time 100 msec Tear off position 0.000 mm Home position 0.000 mm Print method Transfer Label size Width 109.000 mm Length - (*)
  • Page 173 APPENDIX Advanced Mode Backfeed of cutting Before print JIS code SJIS Zero slash Kanji font Gothic Darkness adjust Value of [1] Value of [2] Value of [3] Value of [4] Value of [5] Head check Enable Auto online Auto online feed Print on error Printed log Disable...
  • Page 175 P/N A2302B SECOND VERSION...

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