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XD5-40d Series
Thermal Label Printer
Ver. 1.02
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  • Page 1 User’s Manual XD5-40d Series Thermal Label Printer Ver. 1.02 http://www.bixolon.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    XD5-40d Series Table of Contents Copyright ..........................4 WARNING & CAUTION ....................... 7 Manual Introduction ......................9 Printer Introduction ......................10 1. Content Confirmation ....................11 2. Product Part Names ....................12 3. Installation & Usage ....................13 3-1 Printer Installation Placings ................... 13 3-2 Power Connection ......................
  • Page 3 XD5-40d Series 5-2-2 Print Cancellation ...................... 47 5-3 Smart Media Detection ....................48 5-4 Gap Sensor Auto Calibration Mode ................48 5-5 B/M Sensor Auto Calibration Mode ................49 5-6 Media Sensor Manual-Calibration ................. 50 5-7 Data Dump Mode ......................51 5-8 Factory Reset ........................

  • Page 4: Copyright

    It is strictly prohibited to copy, store, and transmit the whole or any part of the manual and any property of the product without the prior written approval of BIXOLON Co., Ltd. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this BIXOLON product.
  • Page 5 XD5-40d 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 6 XD5-40d Series responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling.

  • Page 7: Warning & Caution

    Do not connect multiple products to one Use only authentic products from single power outlet. Do not connect the BIXOLON. The company will not provide product to a loose power outlet. post-sale support for damage or other Use only power outlets that meet the quality issues that any fake standard.
  • Page 8 If there is a problem with the enter the product. Do not place heavy product, please contact the place of objects, liquids, or metals on the purchase. In addition, Bixolon product. It may start a fire. website (http://www.bixolon.com) It may damage the product.

  • Page 9: Manual Introduction

    XD5-40d Series Manual Introduction This manual provides basic information on printers and provides ways to install, use, and check them. In order to protect the safety of users and prevent property damage, be fully familiar with this manual before using the product. Please use it. 1.

  • Page 10: Printer Introduction

    XD5-40d Series Printer Introduction XD5-40d 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. XD5-40d : Maximum 178mm/s(Max 7ips) printing speed XD5-43d : Maximum 127mm/s(Max 5ips) printing speed 2.

  • Page 11: Content Confirmation

    XD5-40d 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. Product XD5-40d/43d XD5-40d/43d LCD Model(Option) Power Cord AC/DC Adapter USB Cable Quick Manual ※...

  • Page 12: Product Part Names

    XD5-40d Series 2. Product Part Names Pause Button Feed/Cancel Button Cover Lever Printer Head Media Cover Sensor Media Holder Cover STD Ver. 1.02 - 12 -...

  • Page 13: Installation & Usage

    XD5-40d 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. - Avoid humid environment.

  • Page 14: Power Connection

    XD5-40d 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. 3) Connect the AC/DC adapter jack to the printer power port.
  • Page 15 XD5-40d 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 16: Interface

    XD5-40d 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) - USB B-Type Cable (1.8m or less recommended) - LAN(Ethernet) Cable (3m or less, CAT-5 or higher UTP Cable) - Connecting unshielded communication cables is in violation of EMC...

  • Page 17: Standard Interface (Usb & Usb Host)

    XD5-40d Series 3-3-1 Standard Interface (USB & USB HOST) Connect the interface cable as shown below. This printer supports the following communications interface standards. - USB B-Type Cable - USB A-Type (storage) USB A-Type USB B-Type Cable 1) Turn off the power switch. 2) Connect the communication cable to the printer communication port to be used.

  • Page 18: Optional Interface (Usb & Usb Host & Serial & Ethernet)

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

  • Page 19: Media Installation

    XD5-40d Series 3-4 Media Installation 1) Pull the cover levers on both sides 2) Spread the media holder and insert of the media cover and open media as shown. the media cover. Media Cover Cover Lever Media Holder 3) Pull the media out to the front of printer. Insert the media under both sides of Media Holder Guide.
  • Page 20 XD5-40d Series 4) After Installation the media, lift the media and manually set the sensor(Black-Mark & Notch Sensor) to the correct position Black Mark & Notch Sensor - 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.

  • Page 21: Button & Led (Standard Model)

    XD5-40d Series 3-5 Button & LED (Standard Model) Pause Button LED 1 LED 2 Feed/Cancel Button 3-5-1 Button Operations Printer state Button before Operation procedure Printer operation mode Feed/ Pause operation Cancel Apply power while pressing the button (Hold the button until the Power OFF Press Self-test Printing...

  • Page 22: Led Indicator For Various Printer Statuses

    XD5-40d Series 3-5-2 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 Blink Wait For Button Input Temporarily...

  • Page 23: Button & Lcd (Lcd Model)

    XD5-40d Series 3-6 Button & LCD (LCD Model) Menu Menu Select Move Function Function Button 2 Button 1 3-6-1 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 Menu Move right) Print Ready...

  • Page 24: Interface Status Icon

    XD5-40d Series 3-6-2 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 Connected to AP, Strength: 3 Connected to AP, Strength: 2 Connected to AP, Strength: 1...

  • Page 25: Menu Composition

    XD5-40d Series 3-6-3 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) Head cls (Print Head Close) Ver.
  • Page 26 XD5-40d 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 PSK Password WLAN IP Protocol IP address Subnet Mask...
  • Page 27 XD5-40d 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) Template Image Saved...

  • Page 28: Setting Menu Explanation

    XD5-40d Series 3-6-4 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) Explanation...
  • Page 29 XD5-40d 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 (Print Direction) Printing Direction Bottom to top Top to bottom Explanation...
  • Page 30 XD5-40d Series Explanation Setting print density Default Value Density 203dpi : 20 (Print Density) 300dpi : 20 Variable Value 0~30 Explanation Setting print method * This function is not supported in this model. Method Default Value (Print Method) Direct (Direct Thermal) Variable Value Direct (Direct Thermal) Explanation...
  • Page 31 XD5-40d 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. Default Value Pwr act NO FEED...

  • Page 32: Interface Menu Explanation

    XD5-40d Series 3-6-5 Interface Menu Explanation 3-6-5-1 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 Explanation Setting the parity Default Value...
  • Page 33 XD5-40d Series 3-6-5-2 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 Explanation Setting subnet mask Default Value...
  • Page 34 XD5-40d Series 3-6-5-3 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) Setting the ID of AP to be accessed Explanation Setting WLAN authentication method...
  • Page 35 XD5-40d 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 DHCP: 0.0.0.0...
  • Page 36 XD5-40d Series 3-6-5-4 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 Explanation MAC Address Bluetooth device MAC address...

  • Page 37: Sensor Menu Explanation

    XD5-40d Series 3-6-6 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) 3-6-7 Tools Menu Explanation List Explanation Self prt Explanation (Print Self-Test) Prints for self-test Reset Explanation...
  • Page 38 XD5-40d Series Template Image Refer Saved Fonts (Download Fonts) 3-6-7-1 (Saved File) Saved File E Drive (Flash Memory) A Drive (USB Storage) PRT Set (Printer Setting) Files Twin Refer Template (Twin 3-6-7-2 Image Function) Twin Function Fonts (Download Fonts) Refer F/W Update 3-6-7-3 F/W Update...
  • Page 39 XD5-40d Series 3-6-7-2 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 40 XD5-40d 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( ) and select button( - Template files are stored in the USER_AREA_TEMPLATES folder of...
  • Page 41 XD5-40d 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( ) and select button( - Image files are stored in the USER_AREA_PCXImages folder of...
  • Page 42 XD5-40d 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( ) and select button( - Download Font files are stored in the USER_AREA_FONTS folder...

  • Page 43: Information Menu Explanation

    XD5-40d Series 3-6-7-3 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 “XD5-4xd_Vxx.xx_STD_mmddyy.fls” in F:\ FW_DOWNLOAD folder. ( 203dpi : x is 0 / 300dpi : x is 3) F/W Update •...

  • Page 44: Self-Test

    XD5-40d 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( The self-test begins.

  • Page 45: Detailed Features

    XD5-40d 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. 2) Both LEDs will change to orange color, then release the Pause button( The printer will be set to Stand-alone configuration mode.

  • Page 46: Pause/Cancel

    XD5-40d 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 1) When printing, press the Pause button Pause Button 2) The printer will pause after finishing the...

  • Page 47: Print Cancellation

    XD5-40d 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 Feed/Cancel button ( ) enters the print cancellation mode.

  • Page 48: Smart Media Detection

    XD5-40d 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 - When the printer is installed first time, it is executed by pressing the Feed/Cancel button( ) for LED model, pressing Function button 2(...

  • Page 49: B/M Sensor Auto Calibration Mode

    XD5-40d 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 50: 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 BIXOLON website. (www.bixolon.com/) Users can calibrate printer to detect gap (or black mark) manually by using the Unified Label Utility-II.

  • Page 51: Data Dump Mode

    XD5-40d Series 1) Select the sensing type and input the label length by millimeter and click “Check Sensing Value” button. Then printer starts calibration. 2) Once the calibration is done, scanned values will appear on the screen after calibration. 3) Optimal sensing values will appear in black bold letters on the left of the utility screen and select one of the values and click on “Save Calibration”...

  • Page 52: Factory Reset

    XD5-40d Series 5-8 Factory Reset • This function is used to factory reset the printer settings. 1) Make sure that media roll has been installed properly. (1) Standard Model Use Auto Calibration Mode(depends on the media type) for Factory Reset. * Please refer Tools Menu Explanation (5-1) for more information.

  • Page 53: Swc (Simple Wi-Fi Connect)

    XD5-40d Series 5-9 SWC (Simple Wi-Fi Connect) • Connect the printer to a network using SWC(Simple Wi-Fi Connect) mode. ** blink rate of “Pulse” is slower than blink rate of “Flash” • Make sure that media roll has been installed properly. 1) Standard Model (1) Press the Feed/Cancel button( ) for more than 3 seconds...

  • Page 54: Print Standby Mode

    XD5-40d Series 5-10 Print Standby Mode 5-10-1 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 55: Media Installation Method Of Peeler (Option) Model

    XD5-40d Series 5-11 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. 3) Set the peeler switch ‘ON’...
  • Page 56 XD5-40d Series 4) Remove the media and insert the media through the slot. Remove 5) Close the peeler cover until a click sound is heard. ( X ) ( O ) 6) Close the media cover until a click sound is heard. - When opening or closing the cover, be careful not to pinch your fingers.

  • Page 57: Using Fan-Fold Or External Media

    XD5-40d Series 5-12 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 when performing this step Ver.

  • Page 58: When Using Fan-Fold Media

    XD5-40d Series 5-12-1 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. Media Holder Fix Tool Ver.

  • Page 59: When Using Large Media Roll (Optional)

    XD5-40d Series 5-12-2 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 60: Auto Cutter (Option)

    XD5-40d Series 5-13 Auto Cutter (Option) • For auto media cutting, products equipped with auto cutter are available. Auto-Cutter can be controlled by command. The media installation method is the same as media with no auto cutter. Please refer CUT(Auto-cutter Enable/Disable) of Programming (SLCS) Manual or Unified Label Utility-II Manual for more information.

  • Page 61: Printer Maintenance

    XD5-40d 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 62: Cleaning Sensors, Roller Or/And Media Path

    XD5-40d 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 63: Replacing Roller

    XD5-40d 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 Holder Roller Assembly 3) Assemble new roller assembly in reverse order. - Make sure to turn the printer power off prior to cleaning.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    XD5-40d Series 7. Specifications 7-1 Printer Specifications Item Description Printing Direct Thermal Printing Method XD5-40d: 203 dpi (8 dot/mm) Dot Density XD5-43d: 300 dpi (11.8 dot/mm) Printer XD5-40d: Max. 108 mm (Max. 4.25”) Printing Width XD5-43d: Max. 105.7 mm (Max. 4.16”) XD5-40d: Max.

  • Page 65: Label Types Specifications

    XD5-40d Series 7-2 Label Types Specifications The label types used with this printer are as follows. • Control Labels: PET • Other Labels: PET Ver. 1.02 - 65 -...
  • Page 66 XD5-40d Series Revision History Ver. Date Description 1.00 2019-10-10 Caution and warning text added Media guide explanation revised LCD model button image revised Status and setting information image revised Sensor menu added and tools menu revised ‘This function is not supported in this model’ added 1.01 2019-12-30 Smart connection explanation revised...

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