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XT5-40 Series
Industrial Label Printer
Ver. 1.04
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  • Page 1 User’s Manual XT5-40 Series Industrial Label Printer Ver. 1.04 http://www.bixolon.com...
  • Page 2 ※ The main features of the printer are as follows 1. Industrial Label Printer 2. Thermal Transfer / Direct Thermal Printing 3. Max 356mm/s Print Speed 4. Print Width/Length: 104mm/4,000mm(XT5-40), 105.7mm/2,500mm(XT5-43), 105.6mm/1000mm(XT5-46) 5. Media Width/Outer Diameter/Inner Diameter/Thickness: 25~114mm/203mm/ 1.5~3inch (ID 1 inch Core: Optional)/0.06~0.3mm 6.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    XT5-40 Series TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Content Confirmation ......................9 2. Product Part Names ......................10 2-1 Printer Part Names ......................10 2-2 Major Control Part Names(Standard Model) ..............13 2-2-1 Control Panel ......................13 2-2-2 Detailed Descriptions ....................14 2-3 Major Control Part Names(Touch Screen Model) ............
  • Page 4 XT5-40 Series 4-10 Files Menu Explanation ....................81 4-10-1 Saved File ......................81 4-10-2 Twin Function ......................82 4-10-3 Firmware Update....................87 4-11 Tools Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) .......... 88 4-12 Info Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) ..........90 5.
  • Page 5 XT5-40 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 6 XT5-40 Series Symbol Information AC (Alternating current) DC (Direct current) Note Caution, Warning - 6 - Ver. 1.04...
  • Page 7 XT5-40 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. Use only the supplied parts for AC/DC power Do not plug several products in one multi-outlet.
  • Page 8 XT5-40 Series CAUTION Cautions must be heeded in order to prevent minor injuries, equipment damage, or data loss. Keep the desiccant out of children’s reach. If you observe a strange smoke, odor or noise from the printer, unplug it before taking following •...

  • Page 9: Content Confirmation

    XT5-40 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 and/or missing. - Product XT5-40 Series XT5-40 Touch Screen Model(Option) - Basic Components Power Cord Ribbon Core...

  • Page 10: Product Part Names

    XT5-40 Series 2. Product Part Names 2-1 Printer Part Names - Front Control Panel Media Cover USB Host Port - Back USB Port USB Host Port Ethernet Port Serial(RS-232C) Port SD Card Slot Power Switch Rear Access Slot(Media) Power Connector - 10 - Ver.
  • Page 11 XT5-40 Series - Internal Print Head Pressure Adjustment Rear Media Guide Cover STD Ribbon Take-up Spindle Media Damper Ribbon Supply Spindle Media Damper Button Media Holder Print Head Lever Media Fixing Guide Ribbon Sensor Front Media Guide Platen Roller Black Mark Sensor (Green LED) Print Head Gap &...
  • Page 12 XT5-40 Series - Printer Option Rewinder Auto Cutter Peeler Peeler + Rewinder - 12 - Ver. 1.04...

  • Page 13: Major Control Part Names(Standard Model)

    XT5-40 Series 2-2 Major Control Part Names(Standard Model) 2-2-1 Control Panel Description Printer status LED Interface status icon Date, Time Model name Firmware version Printer status Main icon Ethernet IP, WLAN IP Function button Direction button, Selection button Printer operation button - 13 - Ver.

  • Page 14: Detailed Descriptions

    XT5-40 Series 2-2-2 Detailed Descriptions 2-2-2-1 Printer Status LED List Status Explanation Printer power on Printer power off Waiting for data reception BLINK Receiving data BLINK Print error In normal operation 2-2-2-2 Interface Status Icon List Status Explanation Ethernet is connected Ethernet is not connected Not connected to AP WLAN communication is not supported...
  • Page 15 XT5-40 Series 2-2-2-4 Model Name List Explanation XT5-40 Model name 2-2-2-5 Firmware Version List Explanation V01.00 Firmware version 2-2-2-6 Printer Status List Explanation READY Ready for print Standing by for user input button: Switch to Print Standby Mode without feeding any STANDBY media button: Feed one sheet of media to align the media position...
  • Page 16 XT5-40 Series 2-2-2-7 Main Icons List Explanation Printer settings Interface settings Sensor settings File settings Additional and other functions settings Providing printer information 2-2-2-8 Ethernet IP, WLAN IP List Explanation LAN: 192.168.100.123 Ethernet IP WLAN IP WLAN: 192.168.100.123 (displayed only when WLAN is supported) 2-2-2-9 Function Button List Explanation...
  • Page 17 XT5-40 Series 2-2-2-11 Printer Operation Button List Explanation Softly press and release the button to feed one label Press the button for 2 seconds during printing to pause printing Press the button for 2 seconds during printing to cancel printing - 17 - Ver.

  • Page 18: Major Control Part Names(Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 2-3 Major Control Part Names(Touch Screen Model) 2-3-1 Control Panel Description Printer status LED Interface status icon Time Model name Firmware version Printer status Main icon Ethernet IP, WLAN IP Date Printer operation button - 18 - Ver. 1.04...

  • Page 19: Detailed Descriptions

    XT5-40 Series 2-3-2 Detailed Descriptions 2-3-2-1 Printer Status LED List Status Explanation Printer power on Printer power off Waiting for data reception BLINK Receiving data BLINK Print error In normal operation 2-3-2-2 Interface Status Icon List Status Explanation Ethernet is connected Ethernet is not connected Not connected to AP WLAN communication is not supported...
  • Page 20 XT5-40 Series 2-3-2-4 Model Name List Explanation XT5-40 Model name 2-3-2-5 Firmware Version List Explanation V01.00 Firmware version 2-3-2-6 Printer Status List Explanation READY Ready for print Standing by for user input button: Switch to Print Standby Mode without feeding any STANDBY media button: Feed one sheet of media to align the media position...
  • Page 21 XT5-40 Series 2-3-2-7 Main Icons List Explanation Printer settings Interface settings Sensor settings File settings Additional and other functions settings Providing printer information 2-3-2-8 Ethernet IP, WLAN IP List Explanation LAN: 192.168.100.123 Ethernet IP WLAN IP WLAN: 192.168.100.123 (displayed only when WLAN is supported) 2-3-2-9 Function Button List Explanation...

  • Page 22: Installation & Usage

    XT5-40 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. - Do not place objects close to the back or bottom of the printer, which may hinder the air circulation.

  • Page 23: Power Connection

    XT5-40 Series 3-2 Power Connection • Connect power to the printer as shown below. Power Switch Power Cord 1) Turn off the printer power switch. 2) Connect the power cord to the printer. 3) Connect the power cord to a power source/outlet. For the safety of people and equipment, please use the appropriate Caution power cord for your country or region.

  • Page 24: Interface

    XT5-40 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. - Serial(RS-232C) Cable (1.8m or less recommended) Note - Parallel(IEEE1284) Cable (1.8m or less with ferrite core recommended)

  • Page 25: Standard Interface

    XT5-40 Series 3-3-1 Standard Interface This printer can use the following types of communication. - LAN (Ethernet) Cable / USB B-Type Cable / Serial (RS-232C) Cable Serial(RS-232C) Cable USB B-Type Cable LAN(Ethernet) Cable 1) Turn off the power switch. 2) Connect the communication cable to the printer communication port to be used. - Connect the LAN(Ethernet) cable to the Ethernet port.

  • Page 26: Option Interface

    XT5-40 Series 3-3-2 Option Interface This printer can use the following types of communication. - WLAN / Bluetooth / Parallel(IEEE1284) Cable WLAN or Bluetooth Parallel(IEEE1284) Cable 1) Turn off the power switch. 2) Connect the communication cable to the printer communication port to be used. - Connect Parallel(IEEE1284) Cable to parallel port and fasten both clips.

  • Page 27: Media Installation

    XT5-40 Series 3-4 Media Installation 3-4-1 Media Installation Method of Standard Model For standard models, install media in the following ways: 1) Open the media cover. 2) Open the print head lever. Flip down the media fixing guide and place the media in the media holder with print side up.
  • Page 28 XT5-40 Series 3) After flip up the media fixing guide, push the holder so that it is close to the media. Push the front and rear media guides to the right. Rear Media Guide Front Media Guide 4) After inserting the media into the fixing guides, adjust the front and rear media guides to the media width.
  • Page 29 XT5-40 Series 5) Please make sure the sensor position where media gap/black mark will pass through for sensing. Sensor(gap & notch sensor, black mark sensor) can be moved by the sensor lever. Check the sensor position with LED color. Gap & Notch Sensor (Red LED) Black Mark Sensor (Green LED) 6) Close the print head lever and media cover.

  • Page 30: Media Installation Method Of Auto Cutter (Optional) Model

    XT5-40 Series 3-4-2 Media Installation Method of Auto Cutter (optional) Model Use the autocutter to cut the printed media. For Auto Cutter Model, install media in the following ways: 1) Refer to '3-4-1 Media Installation Method of Standard Model' to install media, adjust media guide and sensor position.

  • Page 31: Media Installation Method Of Rewinder(Optional) Model

    XT5-40 Series 3-4-3 Media Installation Method of Rewinder(optional) Model Use the rewinder to automatically rewind the printed media. When shipped from the factory, the rewinder is attached. For Rewinder Model, install media in the following ways: 〮 3-4-3-1 Media Installation Method - Using Media Core. 1) Refer to '3-4-1 Media Installation Method of Standard Model' to install media, adjust media guide and sensor position.
  • Page 32 XT5-40 Series 4) After installing the media in the same way as the picture, attach the media to the media core using tape. Tape Insert Media 5) After flip up the rewinder fixing guide, push it close to the media. Rewinder Fixing Guide 6) Close the print head lever, the rewinder cover, and the media cover.
  • Page 33 XT5-40 Series 〮 3-4-3-2 Media Installation(Removal) Method - Not Using Media Core 〮 Media Installation Method 1) Refer to '3-4-1 Media Installation Method of Standard Model' to install media, adjust media guide and sensor position. 2) Open the rewinder cover. Rewinder Cover 3) After installing the media in the same way as the picture, fix the media at rewinder media guide.
  • Page 34 XT5-40 Series 4) Adjust the rewinder fixing guides to the media width. Rewinder Fixing Guide 5) Close the print head lever, the rewinder cover, and the media cover. Media Removal Method 1) Open the media cover, the rewinder cover and the print head lever. 2) Rotate the rewinder media holder counter-clockwise to collect the media.
  • Page 35 XT5-40 Series 3) After flip down the rewinder fixing guide, push it inside. 4) Remove the media. - When removing the media, make sure it is not damaged Note by other parts. - When opening or closing the cover, be careful not to pinch your fingers.

  • Page 36: Media Installation Method Of Peeler (Optional) Model

    XT5-40 Series 3-4-4 Media Installation Method of Peeler (optional) Model Use a peeler to automatically separate the printed media from the liner. When shipped from the factory, the peeler is attached. For Peeler Model, install media in the following ways: 1) Refer to '3-4-1 Media Installation Method of Standard Model' to install media, adjust media guide and sensor position.
  • Page 37 XT5-40 Series 4) Remove several sheets of label media and insert liner as in the picture. Remove several sheets of label media Label separation Platen Roller roller Insert media between platen roller and label separation roller 5) Close the peeler cover until it clicks. Be careful that the media does not cover the Peeler Sensor peeler sensor...
  • Page 38 XT5-40 Series - When opening or closing the cover, be careful not to pinch your fingers. - Do not open the print head levers while the printer is printing. The printer may be damaged. - Change the media when the printer is not receiving data, or data may Caution be lost.

  • Page 39: Media Installation Method Of Peeler + Rewinder(Optional) Model

    XT5-40 Series 3-4-5 Media Installation Method of Peeler + Rewinder(optional) Model Use the ‘peeler + rewinder’ to automatically separate the printed media from the liner and rewind the printed media. When shipped from the factory, the peeler is attached. For ‘Peeler + Rewinder Model’, install media in the following ways: 〮...
  • Page 40 XT5-40 Series 5) Remove several sheets of label media and insert liner as in the picture. Remove several sheets of label media Label separation roller Platen Roller Insert media between platen roller and label separation roller 6) After installing the media in the same way as the picture, attach the media to the media core using tape.
  • Page 41 XT5-40 Series 8) Close the peeler cover until it clicks. Be careful that the media does not cover the Peeler Sensor peeler sensor 9) Close the print head lever, the rewinder cover, and the media cover. - 41 - Ver. 1.04...
  • Page 42 XT5-40 Series 〮 3-4-5-2 Media Installation(Removal) Method - Not Using Media Core. 〮 Media Installation Method 1) Refer to '3-4-1 Media Installation Method of Standard Model' to install media, adjust media guide and sensor position. 2) Open the rewinder cover. After flip down the rewinder fixing guide, push it inside.
  • Page 43 XT5-40 Series 5) Remove several sheets of label media and insert liner as in the picture. Remove several sheets of label media Label separation roller Platen Roller Insert media between platen roller and label separation roller 6) After installing the media in the same way as the picture, fix the media on rewinder media guide.
  • Page 44 XT5-40 Series 7) Adjust the rewinder fixing guides to the media width. Rewinder Fixing guide 8) Close the peeler cover until it clicks. Be careful that the media does not cover the Peeler Sensor peeler sensor 9) Close the print head lever, the rewinder cover, and the media cover. - 44 - Ver.
  • Page 45 XT5-40 Series 〮 Media Removal Method 1) Open the peeler cover, the media cover, the rewinder cover and the print head lever. 2) Please refer to Media Removal Method of ‘Media Installation(Removal) Method - Not Using Media Core’. - When removing the media, please work to avoid damaging the Note surrounding parts.

  • Page 46: Media Installation Method For 1Inch Media Core (Optional) Model

    XT5-40 Series 3-4-6 Media Installation method for 1inch Media Core (optional) Model For 1inch Media Core Model, install media in the following ways: 1) Remove the current 3 inch media holder fixture from the printer using a hexagonal screwdriver (3mm). 3 Inch Media Holder Unscrew 4 hexagon wrench bolts 2) Assemble 1 inch media holder fixture(sold separately) with printer using...

  • Page 47: How To Install Media Externally

    XT5-40 Series 3-4-7 How To Install Media Externally Install media from outside the printer as follows. 1) Insert the media through the rear access slot of the printer. Insert media 2) Adjust the media fixing guide to the media width. 3) Close the print head lever and media cover.

  • Page 48: How To Use Media Damper (Standard Model)

    XT5-40 Series 3-5 How to Use Media Damper (Standard Model) You can use the media damper to avoid the issue shown in the following images. label stuck to the ribbon guide folded label end when printing 1) Push the media damper button down to lift the media damper. Media Damper Media Damper Button 2) Use the printer with the media damper up as in the picture.

  • Page 49: Ribbon Installation

    XT5-40 Series 3-6 Ribbon Installation 3-6-1 Ribbon Type 1) Type by film coating position - This printer can be used with both Outside and Inside Ribbon. Coated side (print side) Coated side (print side) Outside Ribbon Inside Ribbon Perform an adhesion test to determine which side of the ribbon is coated.

  • Page 50: Ribbon Installation Method

    XT5-40 Series 3-6-2 Ribbon Installation Method Install ribbon as follows. 1) Insert the ribbon core into the ribbon take- 2) Open the print head lever and install the up spindle and insert the ribbon into the ribbon as shown below. ribbon supply spindle.

  • Page 51: Load Adjustment By Ribbon Length

    XT5-40 Series 3-6-3 Load Adjustment by Ribbon Length The printer can use all 1 to 4 inch wide ribbons and is set to 4 inch wide ribbons when shipped from the factory. Adjust the ribbon supply spindle load according to the ribbon width. 1) When using ribbon of 3 inch or 4 inch width, pull in the direction of UP marked on the ribbon supply spindle...

  • Page 52: Ribbon Remove Method

    XT5-40 Series 3-6-4 Ribbon Remove Method Remove the ribbons as follows. Cut the ribbon. Open the print head levers and remove the ribbon and ribbon core from left to right. Ribbon Core Clip Don’t remove the ribbon and ribbon core while the printer is printing. Caution The printer may be damaged.

  • Page 53: Print Head Load Control Method

    XT5-40 Series 3-7 Print Head Load Control Method • Adjust the print head load by turning the left and right knobs depending on the media width and thickness. The left and right knobs are set to level 3 when shipped from the factory.

  • Page 54: Ribbon Guide Control Method

    XT5-40 Series 3-8 Ribbon Guide Control Method • Wrinkles can be improved by adjusting A and B on the ribbon guides. 1) How to adjust ribbon guide A - Slightly loosen the screw fastened to the ribbon guide A using a cross-tip screwdriver to adjust it up and down.

  • Page 55: How To Fine Tune Print Head Position

    XT5-40 Series 3-9 How to Fine Tune Print Head Position • When using special paper, you can fine tune the print head position. There is no need to do this when using standard paper. By fine tuning the print head position, you can improve the printing quality. 1) Turn off the printer.
  • Page 56 XT5-40 Series 5) After loosening the screws using a cross-tip screwdriver, adjust the print head position. ※ Move the print head in direction ① if you are using thick paper (0.26~0.3mm). Screw Screw ① Print Head ※ The factory default position of the print head (green side) is 0.6mm from the red guide in direction ②.
  • Page 57 XT5-40 Series 6) After fine tuning the position, re-assemble in reverse order of disassembly. Be careful not to let the wires come out. - Do not adjust the print head position while the printer is in operation as it may cause damage. Caution - Fine tuning the print head position significantly affects the printing quality.

  • Page 58: Printer Setting

    XT5-40 Series 4. Printer Setting 4-1 Menu Composition(Standard Model) Explanation Print Width Print Length Print Direction Print Speed Print Density Print Method Media Type Tear Off Print Offset Left Position Print Mode Power Up Action Print Head Close Explanation Baud Rate Data Bits Serial Parity...
  • Page 59 XT5-40 Series Device Name Pincode Pairing SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) MAC Address Bluetooth Bluetooth Low Energy Connect Mode Mode Auth&Enc Standard Mode (Authentication & Encryption) Interface Info Explanation Gap Calibration Black Mark Calibration Sensor Sensitivity Explanation Template Image Download Font Saved File E Drive (Flash Memory) A Drive (USB Memory)
  • Page 60 XT5-40 Series Explanation Printer Info Media Installation Media Installation (Peel Off) Media Installation (Rewinder) Ribbon Installation Installation & Peel off Installation Usage Auto Cutter Installation Replace Media Replace Ribbon Replace Print Head Troubleshooting Contact US - 60 - Ver. 1.04...

  • Page 61: Menu Composition(Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-2 Menu Composition(Touch Screen Model) Explanation Print Width Print Length Print Direction Print Speed Print Density Print Method Media Type Tear Off Print Offset Left Position Print Mode Power Up Action Print Head Close Explanation Baud Rate Data Bits Serial Parity Stop Bit...
  • Page 62 XT5-40 Series Device Name Pincode Pairing SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) MAC Address Bluetooth Low Energy Bluetooth Connect Mode Auth&Enc Mode Standard Mode (Authentication & Encryption) Interface Info Explanation Gap Calibration Black Mark Calibration Sensor Sensitivity Explanation Template Image Download Font Saved File E Drive (Flash Memory) A Drive (USB Memory)
  • Page 63 XT5-40 Series Explanation Self Test Factory Reset Dump Mode Print Head Check Dead Pixel Test Touch Position Test Backlight Brightness Date Setting Time Setting Real Time Clock Date Format Time Format Language Setting Emulation USB Serial Number Buzzer Setting Password Enable Security Password Setting Demo Print...

  • Page 64: Menu Select Method(Standard Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-3 Menu Select Method(Standard Model) This is print ready status LCD output screen. Press function button, direction button or OK button. The setting menu is selected. Use direction buttons to move to the desired menu. - 64 - Ver.
  • Page 65 XT5-40 Series Press OK or the right function button to enter the sub menu. If there are no input for 5 seconds, it returns to main screen - 65 - Ver. 1.04...

  • Page 66: Setting Confirm Method(Standard Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-4 Setting Confirm Method(Standard Model) 1) How to use the up and down buttons (1) Select the desired setting value using button (2) After selecting the setting value, save it with button (3) If you want to exit the menu without setting, press button to move to the previous screen 2) How to input numbers...
  • Page 67 XT5-40 Series 3) How to input characters (1) Select the desired input value using button (2) Enter the desired value using button (3) With , you can delete the input value (4) With , you can move the cursor (5) With , you can move to the numeric input screen (6) With , you can move to the symbol input screen...

  • Page 68: Menu Select Method (Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-5 Menu Select Method (Touch Screen Model) 1) This is print ready status 2) Press the setting menu. 3) Press screen to enter the sub menu. 4) If there are no input for 5 seconds, it returns to main screen . - 68 - Ver.

  • Page 69: Setting Confirm Method(Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-6 Setting Confirm Method(Touch Screen Model) 1) How to use the up and down buttons (1) Select the desired setting value using button (2) After selecting the setting value, save it with button (3) If you want to exit the menu without setting, press button to move to the previous screen (4) If you want to exit the menu without setting,...
  • Page 70 XT5-40 Series 3) How to input characters(English only) (1) Select the desired setting value using keypad. (2) With , you can delete the input value. (3) With , you can input the capital lettere. (4) After selecting the setting value, save it with button (5) If you want to exit the menu without setting, press...

  • Page 71: Setting Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-7 Setting Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) List Explanation Explanation Setting media width[dots] Function to adjust image buffer size according to print width Default Value 203dpi: 832dots Print Width 300dpi: 1248dots 600dpi: 2496dots Maximum Value 203dpi: 832dots 300dpi: 1248dots 600dpi: 2496dots Explanation Setting...
  • Page 72 XT5-40 Series Explanation Setting printing 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 Print Direction Printing Direction Bottom to top Top to bottom Explanation Setting print speed[ips]...
  • Page 73 XT5-40 Series Explanation Setting print method Default Value Print Method Transfer Variable Value Transfer, Direct Explanation Setting media type Default Value Media Type Variable Value Gap, Black Mark, Continuous Explanation Setting media position[dots] for tear off after printing or feed Default Value Tear Off Variable Value...
  • Page 74 XT5-40 Series Explanation Setting the action for the printer after the power-up sequence. Default Value Power Up Action No Feed Variable Value No Feed, Set Label Length, Media Calibration, Feed Explanation Setting the action for the printer when you close the print head Default Value Print Head Close Feed...

  • Page 75: Interface Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-8 Interface Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) 4-8-1 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 Bits Variable Value 7, 8 Explanation Setting the parity Default Value Parity...

  • Page 76: Ethernet

    XT5-40 Series 4-8-2 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 Explanation Setting subnet mask Default Value...

  • Page 77: Wlan

    XT5-40 Series 4-8-3 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 Soft AP Variable Value Soft AP, Infrastructure, Adhoc, P2P Explanation Setting the ID of AP to be accessed ESSID Default Value PRINTER_xxxxxx(product specific value)
  • Page 78 XT5-40 Series Explanation Setting IP assignment method Default Value IP Protocol DHCP Variable Value Static IP, DHCP 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 DHCP: 0.0.0.0...

  • Page 79: Bluetooth

    XT5-40 Series 4-8-4 Bluetooth List Explanation Explanation Device Name Name of Device Explanation Pincode Changes required pin code to connect Explanation Secures simple pairing Pairing Default Value Disable Variable Value Disable, Just Works, Numeric Comparison, Passkey Entry Explanation MAC Address Bluetooth device MAC address Explanation Bluetooth Low Energy...

  • Page 80: Sensor Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-9 Sensor Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) List Explanation Explanation Gap Calibration Detect media gap and calibrate automatically Black Mark Explanation Calibration Detect media black mark and calibrate automatically Explanation Adjusts the sensitivity of the gap sensor Default Value Sensor Sensitivity Variable Value 10 ~ 100...

  • Page 81: Files Menu Explanation

    XT5-40 Series 4-10 Files Menu Explanation List Explanation Template Image Download Fonts Refer Saved File E Drive (Flash Memory) 4-10-1 Saved File A Drive (USB Memory ) B Drive (SD Card Memory ) PRT Set (Printer Setting) Refer Files Template Twin Function 4-10-2 Twin Image...

  • Page 82: Twin Function

    XT5-40 Series 4-10-2 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 and saves files to the current printer. List Explanation Explanation Saves printer settings to a USB storage device, or loads the print settings from USB storage.
  • Page 83 XT5-40 Series List Explanation Explanation Saves printer settings to a USB storage device, or loads the print settings from USB storage. File path F:\configuration • Save Function Explanation - Connect a USB storage to the printer. - Select Save on the menu using the up and down buttons. The printer_config file is created in the configuration folder of USB storage device.
  • Page 84 XT5-40 Series List Explanation Explanation Saves template file to a USB storage device, or load the template 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 up and down buttons. Template files are stored in the USER_AREA_TEMPLATES folder of USB storage device (USER_AREA_TEMPLATES...
  • Page 85 XT5-40 Series List Explanation Explanation Saves image file to a USB storage device, or load the image from USB storage (*.pcx) File path F:\ USER_AREA_Images • Save Function Explanation - Connect a USB storage to the printer. - Select Save on the menu using the up and down buttons. - Image files are stored in the USER_AREA_Images...
  • Page 86 XT5-40 Series List Explanation Explanation Saves download font file 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 up and down buttons. - Download Font files are stored in the USER_AREA_FONTS...

  • Page 87: Firmware Update

    XT5-40 Series 4-10-3 Firmware 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 “XT5-4x_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 of USB storage.

  • Page 88: Tools Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-11 Tools Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) List Explanation Explanation Self Test Prints for self-test Explanation Factory Reset Initializes the printer settings to factory default Explanation Diagnoses communication status when printing is not normal Dump Mode Default Value Disable Variable Value Disable, Enable...
  • Page 89 XT5-40 Series Explanation Setting language to be displayed on the LCD Default Value Language Setting English Variable Value English, Korean, German, French, Spanish Explanation Setting printer emulation Default Value Emulation AUTO Variable Value AUTO(SLCS, BPL-Z, BPL-E), BPL-D USB Serial Explanation Number Checks USB serial number Explanation...

  • Page 90: Info Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model)

    XT5-40 Series 4-12 Info Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) List Explanation Explanation Printer Info Checking the printer usage information Explanation Installation & Usage Site linking(QR code) for installation and usage instructions Explanation Troubleshooting Site linking(QR code) for troubleshooting Explanation Contact US Site linking(QR code) for technical support - 90 - Ver.

  • Page 91: Maintenance

    XT5-40 Series 5. Maintenance 5-1 Cleaning Printer • Due to dust, foreign substances, adhesives, and other contaminants on or inside print head, print quality may be reduced. In this case, clean the printer using the cleaning tools for each area as indicated in the following table. Area Tools Interval...

  • Page 92: Cleaning Print Head

    XT5-40 Series 5-2 Cleaning Print Head 1) Open the media cover and print head levers and remove the media and ribbon. 2) Clean the print head toward both sides from the center using a cotton swab dipped in medical alcohol. 3) After cleaning, use the printer after alcohol has evaporated sufficiently (1 to 2 minutes) and the surface of print head has completely dried up.

  • Page 93: Cleaning Platen Roller

    XT5-40 Series 5-3 Cleaning Platen Roller 1) Open the media cover and print head levers and remove the media and ribbon. 2) While rotating the roller, remove dust or foreign substances using a dry cloth or cotton swab. 3) In case that adhesive substances or other contaminants remain, remove it using a cloth or cotton swab dipped in medical alcohol solution while rotating the roller.

  • Page 94: Cleaning Auto Cutter (Optional)

    XT5-40 Series 5-4 Cleaning Auto Cutter (optional) 1) Open the media cover and print head levers and remove the media and ribbon. 2) After exposing the cutter blade completely by rotating the knob, remove dust or foreign substances using a cotton swab dipped in medical alcohol solution.

  • Page 95: Cleaning Peeler Module (Optional)

    XT5-40 Series 5-5 Cleaning Peeler Module (optional) 1) Open the media cover, print head levers, and peeler cover and remove the media and ribbon. 2) While rotating the roller, remove dust or foreign substances using a dry cloth or cotton swab.

  • Page 96: Printer Specifications

    Dot Density XT5-43: 300dpi (11.8 dot/mm) XT5-46: 600dpi (23.6 dot/mm) XT5-40: Max 104mm (Max 4.09”) Printer XT5-43: Max 105.7mm (Max 4.16”) Print Width XT5-46: Max 105.6mm (Max 4.15”) XT5-40: Max 356mm/sec (Max 14ips) Print Speed XT5-43: Max 254mm/sec (Max 10ips)
  • Page 97 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 98 XT5-40 Series Caution Electronics, such as printers, are prone to damage by static electricity. Therefore, to protect the printer from static electricity, be sure to turn off the printer before connecting or disconnecting the cable to the rear of the printer. If the printer is damaged by static electricity, contact your local dealer.
  • Page 99 XT5-40 Series Attention Pièces mobiles dangereuses Veillez à ce que vos doigts ou toute partie du corps n’entre(nt) pas en contact avec ces pièces. Tirez le levier de la tête d'impression pour arrêter toutes les pièces en movement. IEC 60417-6057 (2011-05) pour les autres pièces mobiles. - 99 - Ver.
  • Page 100 XT5-40 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 101 XT5-40 Series Revision History Rev. Date Page Description 1.00 16.10.18 Media Damper, Media Damper Button named added. Peeler model image added. 13,17 Printer operation button image revised. Media Installation (Removal) Method - Not Using Media Core added. Media Installation Method of Peeler (optional) Model added.

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