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Page 1: User Guide
Models 220 and 120 User Guide for Windows 95, 98 and Windows NT 4.0 ® ®... - Page 2 IMPORTANT! The enclosed software is licensed only on the condition that the licensee (referred to in this Agreement as "YOU") agrees with Seiko Instruments USA Inc. (referred to in this Agreement as "SIU") to the terms and conditions set forth in the following legal agreement.
- Page 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Seiko Instruments could void the user' s authority to operate the equipment. Applicable EC Directives and Standards Directive...
- Page 4 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SII and the SII logo are registered trademarks of Seiko Instruments Inc. Smart Label Printer is a registered trademark and SmartLabels, Smart Label Icons, SmartCopy, SmartCapture and SmartCode are trademarks of Seiko Instruments USA Inc.
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
Warning 1 Use only the AC adapter provided with this printer, or an AC adapter that has been approved by Seiko Instruments for use with this printer. Use of an incorrect AC adapter may cause risk of overheating or fire. -
Page 6: Installation
Installation For best performance, we recommend that you install your printer on a flat surface in a location that satisfies the following environmental conditions: Not subject to vibration Not exposed to direct sunlight... -
Page 7: What You Need
About This Guide As you‘ll soon realize, the Smart Label Printer up and use. Chances are, once you’ve read what you need to know in order to get going, you won’t have to use this guide except as a quick reminder or a reference. - Page 8 Appendix C, Technical Support and Service, describes how to determine if your SLP needs service and how to contact Seiko Instruments for Technical Support and repairs. Appendix D, Ordering Labels and Parts, provides infor- mation for ordering SmartLabels and replacement parts and accessories.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction About Your Smart Label Printer 1-2 Software Features 1-3 Chapter 2 Getting Started What You Need 2-2 A Word About Labels 2-3 Caring for Labels 2-3 Installing the SLP 120 or 220 2-4 Unpacking the SLP 2-4... - Page 10 Before You Call C-2 Service for Your Smart Products C-3 How to get your Smart Label Printer repaired C-3 Returning your Smart Label Printer for repair is as easy as 1-2-3! C-3 Smart Label Printer Repair Center Locations in North...
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Page 11: User Guide
Chapter 1 Introduction About Your Smart Label Printer 1-2 Software Features 1-3 User Guide... -
Page 12: Chapter 1 Introduction
ID badges and more. The SLP is the best way of printing one-at-a-time labels instantly without the setup hassle and wasted labels experienced when making labels with a regular printer. -
Page 13: Software Features
Software Features The Smart Label program provides a rich set of features to simplify your labeling needs. 32-bit architecture designed to work in Windows 95, 98 and Windows NT with support for long file names. WYSIWYG editor displays labels as they will print. Prints in background so you can work with other applica- tions while labels are printing. -
Page 14: Getting Started
Chapter 2 Getting Started What You Need 2-2 A Word About Labels 2-3 Installing the SLP 120 or 220 2-4 Installing the Smart Label Program 2-10 Starting the Program 2-11 Changing the COM Port 2-12 Using the Toolbar 2-13 Creating New Address Labels 2-16 Printing Saved labels 2-17 Preparing Other Labels 2-17 Using On-Line Help 2-21... -
Page 15: Chapter 2 Getting Started
An available RS-232C serial port 5 MB available hard disk space VGA or higher resolution graphics card A mouse or other pointing device Microsoft Windows 95, 98 or Windows NT 4.0 Getting Started Chapter 2 Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 16: A Word About Labels
A Word About Labels For best results we recommend the use of Seiko Instruments SmartLabels. Other brands may not be engineered to provide optimum, trouble-free results with your SLP; they may not work with your printer or they may damage it and void your warranty. -
Page 17: Installing The Slp 120 Or 220
Carefully remove the printer and its components from the box. It’s a good idea to save the box and packing materials in case you need to store or ship the printer. Make sure you have all of the following items. -
Page 18: Connecting The Slp To A Power Outlet
3 Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 4 Turn the SLP on by pressing the power button. When you turn the printer on, the status light flashes green. This is just to let you know there are no labels in the printer. -
Page 19: Connecting The Slp To An Ibm-Compatible Pc
“A-B” switch box to connect the SLP and another device to the same port. The Seiko Instruments’ serial-to-parallel converter can be used if you have an available parallel port (see Appendix D, Ordering Labels and Parts for ordering information). -
Page 20: Loading A Roll Of Labels
Load the roll of labels 1 Make sure the power cord is connected and the printer is turned on. The green status light should be flashing. - Page 21 SLP 220 5 Insert the free end of the label roll, label side down, into the slot on the back of the printer. Push the label stock into the slot until you feel a slight resistance. Continue pushing gently. The SLP automatically feeds the labels through and aligns the end in the exit slot.
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Page 22: Testing The Printer
6 Close the label cover. Testing the Printer A quick test lets you know your printer is operating properly and that the labels are loaded correctly. Here’s how to proceed: 1 Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds to turn the printer off. -
Page 23: Installing The Smart Label Program
6 Click the Next button. The drive and SETUP.EXE file are automatically selected and shown in the command line box. 7 Click the Finish button. Follow the directions on the screen to complete the installation of the program. 2-10 Getting Started Chapter 2 Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 24: Starting The Program
2 Choose Library then Import from file from the Label menu. The Import File Wizard appears. Click the Next button. 3 Select the previous Smart Label Printer type from the list and click the Next button. User Guide Getting Started... - Page 25 Chapter 2 4 Follow the directions on the screen to select the label file and the labels within the file that you want to import. The labels import into the previously assigned categories. 2-12 Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120...
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Page 26: Changing The Com Port
Smart Label program. 1 Choose Printer setup from the Label menu. 2 Select the new COM port in the Printer Setup dialog box and click OK. If you have trouble using the new COM port, check the on- line help. -
Page 27: Using The Toolbar
This button appears in the Notifica- tion area of the Windows Taskbar. It is used to SmartCopy or SmartCapture address text from other programs. Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120 Getting Started... -
Page 28: Smart Label Icons
Smart Label Icons Clicking one of the Smart Label Icons immediately changes the label format to the format assigned to that icon. Initially the Smart Label Icons are assigned the following formats and icons. Address label with U.S. POSTNET code Shipping label with return address General purpose label File folder label... -
Page 29: Contact Information Button
Opens the Contact Information dia- log box. Use the dialog box to: Verify the address fields that were automatically entered. Enter other information such as the phone number. Modify information. View information Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120 Getting Started... -
Page 30: Creating New Address Labels
Creating New Address Labels The basic steps for preparing and printing address labels are described below. The on-line help describes how to print address labels using files created in other programs. Step 1 Create a New Label 1 Click the New Label button to begin a new label. 2 Type the address -Or- Use SmartCopy or SmartCapture to copy address text... -
Page 31: Printing Saved Labels
To pause, cancel or monitor printing, click the Smart Label Print Manager in the Windows Taskbar. Printing can also be suspended by pressing and releasing the power button. 2-18 Getting Started Chapter 2 Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 32: Preparing Other Labels
Preparing Other Labels The default Smart Label Icons provide sample formats for a variety of different labels. It is easy to customize these formats with your company logo, return address, etc. If you want to create a label type that isn’t included, add the objects and modify the label as described below. -
Page 33: Using Smart Label Icons
Return Address objects. Choose Change Return Address from the context menu or choose Properties from the Object menu. Enter your return address into the dialog box that appears. 2-20 Getting Started Chapter 2 Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 34: Adding Objects
Picture objects. Choose Change Picture from the context menu or choose Properties from the Object menu. Select the picture source from the dialog box that appears. Changing object properties 1 Choose Properties from the object context menu or the Object menu. 2 Select the options that you want to change in the Proper- ties dialog box. -
Page 35: Changing The Label Type
4 If saving a new format, select an icon to represent the format. 5 To assign a new format to a Smart Label Icon, select the icon that you want to replace. 2-22 Getting Started Chapter 2 Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 36: Using On-Line Help
Using On-Line Help The on-line help provides detailed instructions for creating labels, customizing format, SmartCopy or SmartCapture, printing, and label database functions. You access Help through the Help Topics command on the Help menu. Use the Help Topics screen to jump to topics that tell you how to use the program, or to get quick access to other reference topics. -
Page 37: Index Tab
Click the Find tab to find all topics that contain a word or phrase. Type the word or phrase to list topics. Double-click a topic to view help text. 2-24 Getting Started Chapter 2 Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 38: Caring For Your Printer
Chapter 3 Changing Labels and Printer Care Overview 3-2 Caring for Your Printer 3-2 Off Line and On Line Mode 3-2 Changing a Label Roll 3-3 Adjusting the Position of Labels 3-4 Removing Stuck Labels 3-5 User Guide... -
Page 39: Chapter 3 Changing Labels And Printer Care
SLP; they may not work with your printer or they may damage it and void your warranty. Be sure to look for the Seiko Instruments SmartLabels logo when you buy labels. Changing Labels and Printer Care... -
Page 40: Caring For Your Printer
Just follow these few precautions: Important… The SLP 120/220 is designed for use only with Seiko Instruments SmartLabels. Use of improper labels may damage the printer. Don’t operate the printer in a dusty environment. Keep the printer out of direct sunlight. -
Page 41: Off Line And On Line Mode
Pressing and releasing the power button toggles the printer between off line and on line mode. An amber status light indicates that the printer is off line. There is no communica- tion with the computer when the printer is off line. -
Page 42: Changing A Label Roll
When you run out of labels, the green status light on the front of the SLP flashes. If printing is in process, a mes- sage appears telling you that the printer is out of labels. Removing the Old Roll CAUTION: DO NOT pull on the labels to remove them from the printer. -
Page 43: Adjusting The Position Of Labels
SLP and push the top edge for- ward until the cover snaps into place. Changing Labels and Printer Care Chapter 3 Release the platen lever and rotate the platen knob Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 44: Removing Stuck Labels
If a label becomes stuck in your SLP, remove it as follows: 1 With a pair of scissors, cut the label stock between the label roll and the label slot at the back of the printer. 2 Remove the print engine cover by grasping it at the top and pulling the top toward you. -
Page 45: Specifications
Appendix A Specifications Smart Label Printer 120/220 Specifications A-2 Status Light Indicators A-3 IBM-compatible Connector Pin Assignments A-4 User Guide... -
Page 46: Smart Label Printer 120/220 Specifications
About 1.15 lbs. (520 grams) Operating: 15 to 35°C (59 to 95°F) Storage: -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F) Operating: 30% RH to 80% RH (non- condensing)) Storage: 30% RH to 90% RH (non- condensing) Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120 Specifications... -
Page 47: Status Light Indicators
Status Light Indicators LED Indicator Steady Green Steady Amber Blinking Green 1* Blinking Green 2* Blinking Amber 1* Blinking Amber 2* Blinking Red 1* Blinking Red 2* Blinking Red 3* * The number refers to the number of blinks. User Guide Specifications Appendix A State... -
Page 48: Ibm-Compatible Connector Pin Assignments
Specifications Appendix A IBM-compatible Connector Pin Assignments The following chart shows the IBM-compatible connector pin assignments for the SLP 120/220. Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 49: Appendix B Commonly Asked Questions And Answers
Appendix B Commonly Asked Questions and Answers User Guide... - Page 50 The label material is much more stable than Fax paper due to the special formulation and coatings used by Seiko Instruments. Q How many labels can I save? A The number of labels you can save is limited only by the amount of disk space in your computer.
- Page 51 Commonly Asked Questions and Answers Appendix B Q Can I hook my SLP into my serial port and then hook a mouse or modem into the other connection at the end of the SLP cable? A No. Only one of the two connectors on the SLP cable can be used.
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Page 52: Appendix C Technical Support And Service
Appendix C Technical Support and Service User Guide... -
Page 53: Before You Call
If you are not sure if your SLP needs repair, or if you have other technical support questions, please refer to the back cover of this guide for SLP Technical Support phone numbers. Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 54: Service For Your Smart Products
Return Information Card at the end of this appendix and include it with your printer when you send it to our authorized repair center. Returning your Smart Label Printer for repair is as easy as 1- 2-3! Complete the Return Information Card. -
Page 55: Smart Label Printer Repair Center Locations In North America And Europe
Technical Support and Service Appendix C Smart Label Printer Repair Center Locations in North America and Europe North America United States Seiko Instruments Department ARC 25108 Milton Thompson Rd. Lees Summit, MO 64086 Europe Netherlands Compac b.v. Postbus 111 Hilversum... - Page 56 No charge. Must include dated proof of purchase. Out of Warranty Repair Payment: (circle one) VISA Cardmember's Name __________________________________________ Card Number: ______________________________ Expiration Date: __________________ Signature: _________________________________ 2. Where should we send the repaired printer: Company: ________________________________________________ Name: ________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ City, State, Zip:...
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Page 57: Appendix D Ordering Labels And Parts
Appendix D Ordering Labels and Parts User Guide... -
Page 58: Smartlabels For Smart Label Printers
Call us at 1-800-688-0817 (U.S. and Canada) or 0845-309-8028 (United Kingdom) for additional information or to place an order. Visit our WEB site at http://www.seikosmart.com Specifications subject to change. Colored Labels Custom Sized Labels Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120... -
Page 59: Replacement Parts And Accessories
Ordering Labels and Parts Appendix D Replacement Parts and Accessories The replacement parts listed below are available from Seiko Instruments. Call us at 1-800-688-0817 (U.S. and Canada) or 0845-309-8028 (United Kingdom) for price and order information. Part Number Description 32-81013-01... - Page 60 Index User Guide Index-1...
- Page 61 Format Text frame modifying 2-15 moving and resizing picture properties 2-19 return address selecting Smart Text Other labels Smart Label Printer Models 220 and 120 2-11 2-11 2-10 2-11 2-20 2-11 2-11 2-14 2-19 2-15 2-19 2-15 2-18...
- Page 62 User Guide removing stuck labels status light testing printer thermal print engine 2-19 SLP Print Manager Smart Label Icons customizing using Smart Label program 2-17 installing...
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Page 63: Warranty Information
If you discover physical defects in the guide distributed with the Smart Label Printer, or on the media on which software is distributed, Seiko Instruments USA Inc. will replace the guide or media at no charge to you, provided that you return the items to be replaced during the 90-day period following your purchase of the Smart Label Printer or software. -
Page 64: Technical Support
SmartLabels are available from your local Seiko Instruments dealer or they may be ordered from Seiko Instruments. For information call: 1-800-688-0817 (USA and Canada) 0845-309-8028 (United Kingdom) For best results, we recommend the use of Seiko Instruments SmartLabels. Other brands may not be engineered to provide optimum, trouble-free results with your Smart Label Printer;...
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