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BIXOLON XD5-40t Series User Manual

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THERMAL TRANSFER LABEL PRINTER
Ver. 1.00
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  • Page 1 User’s Manual XD5-40t Series THERMAL TRANSFER LABEL PRINTER Ver. 1.00 http://www.bixolon.com...
  • Page 2 XD5-40t Series Introduction XD5-40t series printers have been designed to be connected to various types of electronic devices such as computer peripheral devices. ※ The main features of the printer are as follows 1. XD5-40t : Maximum 152mm/s(Max 6ips) printing speed XD5-43t : Maximum 102mm/s(Max 4ips) printing speed 2.
  • Page 3 XD5-40t Series Safety Information Warning: Warnings must be heeded carefully in order to prevent serious physical harm. Caution: Cautions must be heeded in order to prevent minor injuries, equipment damage, or data loss. Symbol Information DC (Direct current) Warning, Caution...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    XD5-40t Series Table of Contents 1. Content Confirmation ......................9 2. Product Part Names ......................10 3. Installation & Usage ......................12 3-1 Printer Installation Placings ................... 12 3-2 Power Connection ......................13 3-3 Interface ........................15 3-3-1 Standard Interface (USB & USB HOST) ..............16 3-3-2 Optional Interface (USB &...
  • Page 5 XD5-40t Series 5-9-2 How to switch the printer from Standby Mode to Print Ready Mode ....... 56 5-10 Media Installation Method of Peeler (Option) Model ........... 57 5-11 Using Fan-Fold or External Media ................59 5-11-1 When using Fan-Fold media ................. 60 5-11-2 When using Large media roll (Optional) ..............
  • Page 6 XD5-40t Series Manual Information This user’s guide contains basic information for product usage as well as for emergency measures that may be required. ※ The following separate manuals provide more detailed content on various technological issues and areas. 1. Windows Driver Manual This manual provides information on the installation instructions and main functions of the windows driver.
  • Page 7 XD5-40t Series Safety Precautions In using the present appliance, please keep the following safety regulations in order to prevent any hazard or material damage. WARNING Warnings must be heeded carefully in order to prevent serious physical harm. Do not plug several products in one multi-outlet.
  • Page 8 XD5-40t Series CAUTION Cautions must be heeded in order to prevent minor injuries, equipment damage, or data loss. If you observe a strange smoke, odor or noise from Keep the desiccant out of children’s reach. the printer, unplug it before taking following •...

  • Page 9: Content Confirmation

    XD5-40t Series 1. Content Confirmation The following items should all be contained in the printer package. Contact the dealer from which the purchase was made if any item is damaged or missing. XD5-40t/43t XD5-40t/43t LCD Model(Optional) Power Cord AC/DC Adapter Core(0.5 inch, 1 inch)

  • Page 10: Product Part Names

    XD5-40t Series 2. Product Part Names Pause Button Feed/Cancel Button Cover Button Ribbon Assembly Printer Head Media Cover Sensor Media Guide Ribbon Assembly Lever Media Holder Cover STD - 10 - Ver. 1.00...
  • Page 11 XD5-40t Series Power Switch Fan-Fold or External Media Cover Power Port USB A-Type Port USB B-Type Port - 11 - Ver. 1.00...

  • Page 12: Installation & Usage

    XD5-40t Series 3. Installation & Usage 3-1 Printer Installation Placings • Install the printer in a location that meets the following conditions. - Allow sufficient space around the printer for proper ventilation. - Install the printer on a flat and level surface.

  • Page 13: Power Connection

    XD5-40t Series 3-2 Power Connection • Connect power to the printer as shown below. Power Switch AC/DC Adapter Power Cord 1) Turn off the printer power switch. 2) Check to see that the AC/DC adapter voltage matches that of the power source.
  • Page 14 XD5-40t Series - Only use a power supply provided by BIXOLON. BIXOLON shall bear no responsibility for damage caused by using a third-party power supply. - Check the power supply’s label to check its electronic specs. - For the safety of people and equipment, please use the appropriate power cord for your country or region.

  • Page 15: Interface

    XD5-40t Series 3-3 Interface Shielded cables must be used to prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise. Use the shortest possible communication cable to minimize the detection of electrical noise in the cable. Note - Serial(RS-232C) Cable (1.8m or less recommended) - USB B-Type Cable (1.8m or less recommended)

  • Page 16: Standard Interface (Usb & Usb Host)

    XD5-40t Series 3-3-1 Standard Interface (USB & USB HOST) Connect the interface cable as shown below. This printer(standard) supports the following interfaces. - USB B-Type Cable - USB A-Type (storage) USB A-Type USB B-Type Cable 1) Turn off the power switch.

  • Page 17: Optional Interface (Usb & Usb Host & Serial & Ethernet)

    XD5-40t Series 3-3-2 Optional Interface (USB & USB HOST & Serial & Ethernet) Connect the interface cable as shown below. This printer(optional) supports the following interfaces. - Serial(RS-232C) Cable - LAN(Ethernet) Cable - USB B-Type Cable - USB A-Type (storage)

  • Page 18: Media Installation

    XD5-40t Series 3-4 Media Installation 1) Open the media cover as push 2) Spread the media holder and insert the cover button on both sides of media as shown. the media cover. Media Cover Cover Button Media Holder 3) Pull the ribbon assembly lever on both sides of the ribbon assembly and open the ribbon assembly.
  • Page 19 XD5-40t Series 4) Pull the media out to the front of printer. Adjust the media guides to the width of the media. * Whether the media is rolled outside or inside, the printing side must faced up. Media Guide 5) If you use black mark or notch media roll, please lift up the media and match the sensor position to the black mark or notch.

  • Page 20: Ribbon Installation

    XD5-40t Series 3-5 Ribbon Installation 3-5-1 Type of Ribbon 1) Type by Film Coating Location - This printer supports ribbons facing outward only. ( O ) ( X ) Coated Area (Surface to be printed) Coated Area (Surface to be printed)

  • Page 21: Inserting A 1 Inch Core Ribbon

    XD5-40t Series 3-5-2 Inserting a 1 Inch Core Ribbon 1) Insert the Holder Ribbon into the core and ribbon. (keep note of ribbon printing direction) Core (1 Inch) Holder Ribbon 2) Open the ribbon assembly and insert the 3) Apply tape to the core of the ribbon.

  • Page 22: Knob Adjust Method According To Ribbon Type

    XD5-40t Series 3-5-4 Knob Adjust Method According to Ribbon Type Use printer after adjusting knob correctly, according to ribbon length and width. PUSH-UP state of knob to which being inward is the factory default specification and you can push or pull the knob.

  • Page 23: Narrow Ribbon Installation

    XD5-40t Series 3-5-5 Narrow Ribbon Installation When using ribbons of widths of 110mm or lower, install in a centered position on the holder ribbon. 3-5-6 Ribbon Removal 1) Cut the ribbon. 2) Open the ribbon assembly and remove the ribbon and core by pushing to the right.

  • Page 24: How To Use The Ribbon Guide

    XD5-40t Series 3-6 How to Use the Ribbon Guide Wrinkles can be improved by adjusting on the ribbon guides. Media Printing Status Adjustment Method Lower the right side of the guide. Wrinkles on the Right Lower the left side of the guide.

  • Page 25: Button & Led (Standard Model)

    XD5-40t Series 3-7 Button & LED (Standard Model) Pause Button Feed/Cancel Button LED 1 LED 2 3-7-1 Button Operations Printer state Button before Operation procedure Printer operation mode Feed/ Pause operation Cancel Apply power while pressing the button Power OFF...

  • Page 26: Led Indicator For Various Printer Statuses

    XD5-40t Series 3-7-2 LED Indicator For Various Printer Statuses LED 1 LED 2 Printer Operation Status Color Status Color Color Green Green Print Ready Mode Ready Mode Green Blink Print Cancel Mode Wait For Button Input Print Is Paused Green...

  • Page 27: Button & Lcd (Lcd Model)

    XD5-40t Series 3-8 Button & LCD (LCD Model) Menu Menu Move Select Function Function Button 2 Button 1 3-8-1 Button Operation Printer state before Button Explanation operation Move to the next menu Print Ready (The menu moves from the top left to the bottom right)

  • Page 28: Interface Status Icon

    XD5-40t Series 3-8-2 Interface Status Icon User can check the status and setting information through the LCD. Icon Explanation Bluetooth is not connected to the host Bluetooth is connected to the host Authentication is failed Not connected to AP Connected to AP, Strength: 4...

  • Page 29: Menu Composition

    XD5-40t Series 3-8-3 Menu Composition Setting Sub menu Width (Print Width) Length (Print Length) Direct (Print Direction) Speed (Print Speed) Density (Print Density) Method (Print Method) Type (Media Type) Tear off (Tear Off) Offset (Print Offset) Mode (Print Mode) Pwr act (Power Up Action)
  • Page 30 XD5-40t Series Interface Sub menu Baud Rate Data Bit Serial Parity Stop Bit Handshk (Host Handshake) IP Protocol IP Address Ethernet Subnet Mask Gateway MAC Address Channel Network ESSID (AP ID) Auth (Authentication) Encrypt (Encryption) WEP Password WLAN PSK Password...
  • Page 31 XD5-40t Series Sensor Sub menu Gap Cal (Gap Calibration) Black Mark Cal (Black Mark Calibration) Tools Sub menu Self prt (Self-Test) Reset (Factory Reset) Dump (Data Dump Mode) Head Chk (Printer Head Check) USB Num (USB Serial Number) Demo prt (Demo Print)

  • Page 32: Setting Menu Explanation

    XD5-40t Series 3-8-4 Setting Menu Explanation Menu Explanation Explanation Setting media width[dots] Function to adjust image buffer size according to print width Default Value Width - 203dpi : 864 dots (108mm) (Print Width) - 300dpi : 1,248 dots (105.7mm) Maximum Value - 203dpi : 864 dots (108mm) - 300dpi : 1,248 dots (105.7mm)
  • Page 33 XD5-40t Series Explanation Setting print direction Top to bottom: Printing from top to bottom Bottom to Top: Printing from bottom to top Default Value Bottom to Top Variable Value Bottom to Top, Top to Bottom Direct Printing Direction (Print Direction)
  • Page 34 XD5-40t Series Explanation Setting print density Default Value Density 203dpi : 20 (Print Density) 300dpi : 20 Variable Value 0~30 Explanation Setting print method Method Default Value (Print Method) Trans(Thermal Transfer) Variable Value Direct (Direct Thermal), Trans(Thermal Transfer) Explanation Setting media type...
  • Page 35 XD5-40t Series Explanation Setting top print position[dots] Offset Default Value (Print Offset) Variable Value -100 ~ 100 Explanation Setting print mode suitable to the printer option Default Value Mode Tear off (Print Mode) Variable Value Tear off, Cutter Explanation Setting the action for the printer after the power-up sequence.

  • Page 36: Interface Menu Explanation

    XD5-40t Series 3-8-5 Interface Menu Explanation 3-7-5-1 Serial List Explanation Explanation Setting the baud rate Default Value Baud Rate 115200 Variable Value 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 Explanation Setting the data bit Default Value Data Bit Variable Value 7, 8...
  • Page 37 XD5-40t Series 3-8-5-2 Ethernet List Explanation Explanation Setting IP assignment method Default Value IP Protocol DHCP Variable Value DHCP, Static IP Explanation Setting IP Address method Default Value IP Address Static IP: 192.168.192.123 DHCP: 0.0.0.0 Variable Value 0 ~ 255...
  • Page 38 XD5-40t Series 3-8-5-3 WLAN List Explanation Explanation Setting channel when creating Adhoc network Default Value Channel Variable Value 1 ~ 14 Explanation Setting WLAN operation mode Default Value Network SoftAP Variable Value SoftAP, Infra(Infra structure), Adhoc, P2P ESSID Explanation (AP ID)
  • Page 39 XD5-40t Series Explanation Setting IP assignment method Default Value IP Protocol DHCP Variable Value DHCP, Static IP Explanation Setting IP address Default Value IP address Static IP: 192.168.1.1 DHCP: 0.0.0.0 Variable Value 0 ~ 255 Explanation Setting subnet mask Default Value Subnet Mask Static IP: 255.255.255.0...
  • Page 40 XD5-40t Series 3-8-5-4 Bluetooth List Explanation Explanation Device Name Name of Device Explanation Pincode Changes required pin code to connect Explanation Secure simple pairing Pairing Default Value Disable (Secure simple pairing) Variable Value Disable, Just Works, Numeric Comparison, Passkey Entry...

  • Page 41: Sensor Menu Explanation

    XD5-40t Series 3-8-6 Sensor Menu Explanation List Explanation Gap Cal Explanation Detect media gap automatically. (Gap Calibration) Black Mark Cal Explanation (Black Mark Detect media black mark automatically. Calibration) 3-8-7 Tools Menu Explanation List Explanation Self prt Explanation (Print Self-Test)
  • Page 42 XD5-40t Series 3-8-7-1 Saved File Displays the list of object files stored in the printer. List Explanation Template list stored in the printer Template Image Image list stored in the printer (*.pcx) Fonts Download font list stored in the printer...
  • Page 43 XD5-40t Series 3-8-7-2 Twin Function Saves the current printer settings, save files (templates, images, download fonts) to another printer using USB, or loads the settings of another printer. List Explanation Explanation Save printer settings to a USB storage device, or load the print settings from USB storage.
  • Page 44 XD5-40t Series Explanation Save template files to a USB storage device, or load the templates from USB storage. File path F:\ USER_AREA_TEMPLATES • Save Function Explanation - Connect a USB storage to the printer. - Select Save on the menu using the move button(...
  • Page 45 XD5-40t Series Explanation Save image files to a USB storage device, or load the images from USB storage (*.pcx) File path F:\ USER_AREA_PCXImages • Save Function Explanation - Connect a USB storage to the printer. - Select Save on the menu using the move button(...
  • Page 46 XD5-40t Series Explanation Save download font files to a USB storage device, or load the download font from USB storage. File path F:\ USER_AREA_FONTS • Save Function Explanation - Connect a USB storage to the printer. - Select Save on the menu using the move button(...

  • Page 47: Information Menu Explanation

    XD5-40t Series 3-8-7-3 F/W Update Firmware can be updated through USB storage. Explanation Printer firmware update available using the USB storage directly without any communication. File path F:\ FW_DOWNLOAD File name “XD5-4xt_Vxx.xx_STD_mmddyy.fls” in F:\ FW_ DOWNLOAD folder. F/W Update • Download process explanation - Check firmware file(*.fls) is in FW_ DOWNLOAD folder...

  • Page 48: Self-Test

    XD5-40t Series 4. Self-test • This function is supported on standard model(without LCD) only. The self-test checks whether the printer has any problems. The self-test checks the following; 1) Make sure that the media has been installed properly. 2) Turn on the power while holding down the Feed/Cancel button( .

  • Page 49: Detailed Features

    XD5-40t Series 5. Detailed Features 5-1 Stand-alone Configuration Mode • This function is supported on standard model(without LCD) only. 5-1-1 Start Stand-alone Configuration Mode and execute each function 1) The Pause button( is pressed for two seconds while in Print Ready Mode.

  • Page 50: Pause/Cancel

    XD5-40t Series 5-2 Pause/Cancel • During multiple-page print jobs, the Pause( Feed/Cancel button( Function button 1( ) and Function button 2( ) can be used to pause printing and cancel the print job altogether, respectively. 5-2-1 Pause/Resume Function 1) Standard Model...

  • Page 51: Print Cancellation

    XD5-40t Series 5-2-2 Print Cancellation The following processes occur in the print cancellation mode. - All label printing cancelled - All data received in the printer communications buffer deleted. - All received data deleted. 1) Standard Model 1) During printing and/or pause mode, press the...

  • Page 52: Smart Media Detection

    XD5-40t Series 5-3 Smart Media Detection • Media with gap and black mark can be identified without additional settings. • 3~5 pages of media will be used depending on the types of media. • Smart Media Detection function is executed in the followings cases...

  • Page 53: B/M Sensor Auto Calibration Mode

    XD5-40t Series 5-5 B/M Sensor Auto Calibration Mode • Black mark sensor auto calibration mode is used when the printer does not detect a black mark on the media correctly. Generally a printer is set to detect most types of black mark but sometimes it fails to detect and keep feeding the media without a stop when special media used.

  • Page 54: Media Sensor Manual-Calibration

    Users can calibrate sensor parameters in detail by using the Unified Label Utility-II program provided by the manufacturer. The Unified Label Utility-II can be downloaded from the Internet via the BIXOLON website. (www.bixolon.com) Please make sure the printer is connected and execute the Unified Label Utility-II program.

  • Page 55: Data Dump Mode

    XD5-40t Series 5-7 Data Dump Mode • This function can be used to diagnose the communication issues when the printer does not work properly. In this mode, the received data are not analyzed and printed, instead they are dumped in hex format without processing.

  • Page 56: Print Standby Mode

    XD5-40t Series 5-9 Print Standby Mode 5-9-1 About Print Standby Mode The printed area may become out of range of media if the media is not in the accurate printing position when the cover is opened and closed. The printer is put into print standby mode instead of print ready mode when the cover is closed in order to prevent this problem, and it waits for additional user input.

  • Page 57: Media Installation Method Of Peeler (Option) Model

    XD5-40t Series 5-10 Media Installation Method of Peeler (Option) Model • Use a peeler to separate the printed media from the liner automatically. To use peeler, install media in the following ways: 1) Open the media cover. 2) Open the peeler cover.
  • Page 58 XD5-40t Series 4) Remove the media and insert the media through the slot. 5) Close the peeler cover until a click sound is heard. ( X ) ( O ) 6) Close the ribbon assembly and media cover until a click sound is heard.

  • Page 59: Using Fan-Fold Or External Media

    XD5-40t Series 5-11 Using Fan-Fold or External Media • Supplying media to the printer externally is done as follows. • Remove the rear media supply cover on the back side of the printer with a cutting instrument. Remove Take care not to injure the hands and/or any other part of the body...

  • Page 60: When Using Fan-Fold Media

    XD5-40t Series 5-11-1 When using Fan-Fold media Supplying fan-fold media to the printer externally is done as follows. 1) Insert the media to at the rear of the printer as shown below. 2) Adjust media holders to the media width by using the fix tool.

  • Page 61: When Using Large Media Roll (Optional)

    XD5-40t Series 5-11-2 When using Large media roll (Optional) Install the external media supplier(LES-400G) as shown below and adjust media holders to the media with Fix Tool. External Media Supplier (LES-400G) - Do not open the print cover while the printer is operating, otherwise the printer may be damaged.

  • Page 62: Auto Cutter (Optional)

    XD5-40t Series 5-12 Auto Cutter (Optional) • For auto media cutting, products equipped with auto cutter are available. Auto-Cutter can be controlled by command or Unified Label Utility-II. Please refer CUT(Auto-cutter Enable/Disable) of Programming (SLCS) Manual or Unified Label Utility-II Manual for more Note information.

  • Page 63: Printer Maintenance

    XD5-40t Series 6. Printer Maintenance Printing quality might be degraded by dust, foreign substance, adhesive substance, or other pollution materials stuck in the printer head or inside the printer. When dirty, clean the print head as follows 6-1 Cleaning Printer Head •...

  • Page 64: Cleaning Sensors, Roller Or/And Media Path

    XD5-40t Series 6-2 Cleaning Sensors, Roller or/and media Path • Be sure to turn the printer off. 1) Open the media cover and remove the media. 2) Remove any dust or foreign substance using dry cloth or cotton swab. 3) Soak the cloth or cotton swab in alcohol for medical use and use it to remove adhesive foreign substances or other pollution materials.

  • Page 65: Replacing Roller

    XD5-40t Series 6-3 Replacing Roller • Be sure to turn the printer off. 1) Open the media cover and remove the media. 2) Pull the roller holders and separate the roller assembly. Roller Assembly Roller Holder 3) Assemble new roller assembly in reverse order.

  • Page 66: Appendix

    XD5-40t Series 7. Appendix 7-1 Specifications Item Description Printing Method Thermal Transfer Printing XD5-40t: 203 dpi (8 dot/mm) Dot Density XD5-43t: 300 dpi (11.8 dot/mm) XD5-40t: Max. 108 mm (Max. 4.25”) Printer Printing Width XD5-43t: Max. 105.7 mm (Max. 4.16”) XD5-40t: Max.
  • Page 67 BIXOLON Co., Ltd. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this BIXOLON product. BIXOLON is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages, arising from or related to use of this information.
  • Page 68 XD5-40t Series Compliance information 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.
  • Page 69 XD5-40t Series Revision History Ver. Date Page Description 1.00 17.03.20 - 69 - Ver. 1.00...

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