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- Page 1 Argox Information Co., Ltd MP3-200 OBILE RINTERS ’ ANUAL Ver. 1.0 Website: https://www.argox.com MP3-200 User’s Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Proprietary Statement ..............4 Safety ..................... 7 Getting Started ................8 Unpacking Printer ..............8 Package Contents ..............10 Printer Overview ..............11 Battery ..................12 Installing the Battery ............. 12 Charging the Battery ............. 14 Battery & Power Notifications ..........15 Loading Media ................. - Page 3 Printer Maintenance ..............38 Print Head Maintenance Guide ..........38 Cleaning the Media Sensor: ............. 39 Specifications ................40 Interface Specifications ............43 Serial Interface: ..............43 USB Interface: ..............44 Bluetooth Interface: .............. 44 Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) Interface: ..........45 MP3-200 User’s Manual...
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Page 4: Proprietary Statement
Proprietary Statement This manual contains proprietary information of Argox Information Co., Ltd. It is intended solely for the information and use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used, reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other purpose without the expressed written permission of Argox Information Co., Ltd. - Page 5 CAUTION: Prevent battery (P/N: 30BB00000423A0) misuse Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard (for example, in the case of some lithium battery types). Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery that can result in an explosion.
- Page 6 USERS MANUAL OF THE END PRODUCT In the user’s manual of the end product, the end user has to be informed to keep at least 20 cm separation with the antenna while this end product is installed and operated. The end user has to be informed that the FCC radio-frequency exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment can be satisfied.
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Page 7: Safety
Safety The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications which are not recommended by Argox Information Co. Ltd. could result in the loss of the user's authority to operate the equipment. To ensure compliance, the users must use accessories and peripherals approved by Argox Information Co. -
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started Congratulations on your choice of the MP3-200 mobile printer, manufactured by Argox Information, a global leader in the barcode industry. MP3-200 is ideally designed to bring more efficiency to your business. This manual will help you get to know your new printer and provide you with the required information. -
Page 9: Unpacking Printer
Unpacking Printer On receipt of your printer, please check that it has not been damaged in transit. Inspect the outside of both the box and the printer for possible damage. 1. Open the top cover of the printer to check that the media compartments are in order. -
Page 10: Package Contents
Package Contents ✓ Printer ✓ Power Supply ✓ Micro USB Cable ✓ Battery ✓ Belt Strap & Screw ✓ Media Shield ✓ Print head Cleaning Pen ✓ Quick Installation Guide MP3-200 User’s Manual... -
Page 11: Printer Overview
Printer Overview Platen Roller Media Cover Media Shield Latch Release Button Communication Media Sensor Print Head Power Power Input Jack Button USB/RS-232 Port Feed Button Media LED Power LED Battery LED MP3-200 User’s Manual... -
Page 12: Battery
Battery Each printer package contains one battery pack. The battery must be installed for the printer to work, even if the power supply is connected. You must fully charge the battery before using the printer for the first time. Installing the Battery 1. - Page 13 Remove the battery cover and install the battery pack into the printer. 3. Replace the battery cover and turn the battery cover latch 90° to lock in place. 90° MP3-200 User’s Manual...
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Page 14: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery 1. After installing the battery pack, connect the power supply into the printer’s power jack. 2. Then plug the power supply into the AC wall receptacle. The printer’s battery LED will remain yellow during charging. Power Supply Power Jack MP3-200 User’s Manual... -
Page 15: Battery & Power Notifications
3. The battery is designed for fast charge; after about 3.5 hours (210 minutes), the Battery LED will turn off, signifying that the battery is fully charged and ready for use. Note: Operating the printer while being charged will increase the charging time. Wait until the battery is fully charged before operating the printer. -
Page 16: Loading Media
Loading Media 1. Press the latch release button on the printer to automatically open the Media Cover. Latch Release Button 2. Place the media supply roll in the media compartment. Make sure the media supply unwinds near the print head as shown below. - Page 17 * If the media supply roll is small, use the media shield to hold the media supply roll. For media supply rolls less than 3 inches wide, align media supply roll to the right end for correct detection of media sensor. Place the media shield in the media compartment and lean it closely against the media supply roller.
- Page 18 4. Tearing Media: To tear the media, pull the edge of the media against the tear bar as shown below. Tear Direction Tear Bar MP3-200 User’s Manual...
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Page 19: Wearing Belt Strap
Wearing Belt Strap The Argox MP3-200's convenient belt strap design is easy to use and quick to install. 1. Prepare the belt strap and the screw. Locate the knob on the underside of the printer, right above the battery cover. - Page 20 2. Attach the belt strap onto the knob. Ensure that the outside of the belt strap is facing you. MP3-200 User’s Manual...
- Page 21 3. Insert the screw on the knob through the belt strap and tighten clockwise until it is fully secured. MP3-200 User’s Manual...
- Page 22 4. With the belt strap attached to the printer, place the top of the belt strap over your belt. MP3-200 User’s Manual...
- Page 23 5. Pull down the top of the belt strap to fix onto the lock. MP3-200 User’s Manual...
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Page 24: Controls & Connections
Controls & Connections Self-Test before Connecting After the Battery is charged and media is loaded, before connecting the printer to a computer or a portable data terminal, perform a printer self-test label to verify that the printer works properly. Printing a Self-Test Label ⚫... -
Page 25: Printer Controls And Indicators
Printer Controls and Indicators The printer’s controls and indicators are shown in the diagram below: Communication Power Button Feed Button Media LED Battery LED Feed Button: 1. Pressing this button during printing will make the printer pause. 2. To feed a blank label Power Button: Turn the printer ON/OFF. - Page 26 The following table explains control and indicator functions to help operators understand LED indications and printer status. Power Battery Media Communication Beep Printer LED (Blue) Status (Green) (Yellow (Orange) & Red) Power On Power Off Media Out Blinking Beep Bluetooth or Beep 802.11b/g/n Connection...
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Page 27: Smart Battery Power Management
Smart Battery Power Management MP3-200 mobile printer is equipped with a Li-ion battery pack (7.2V 3200mAH). With the smart battery power management MP3-200 function, is able to monitor and automatically remind operators of different battery power status. Battery Printer’s Indications Power Status Charging Battery Green LED remains On (Charging Mode). -
Page 28: Connecting The Printer
Connecting the Printer The interfaces of MP3-200 include Bluetooth 5.2 LE, 802.11b/g/n, RS-232, and USB (2.0). USB and RS-232 communication cables are optional accessories. Bluetooth / WLAN Communications: MP3-200 BT Theory of Operation Single BT Transmitters: 2402 – 2480 MHz CYW89820 The MP3-200 uses the module and supports Bluetooth 4.2 The IC requires 3.3V for its main power input and the built-in power... - Page 29 Bluetooth connection between the MP3-200 and your mobile device, please visit the ARGOX global website (https://www.argox.com/) to download iLabelPrint and the user manual for the software. To enable WLAN communication, it is suggested to first install the Argox Printer Tool software on your computer. The Argox Printer Tool makes it easy to set up the MP3-200's wireless parameters for further WiFi communication.
- Page 30 USB & RS-232 Communications: No additional setup is required for cable communications. Note: Turn off the printer before connecting or disconnecting the USB or RS-232 interface cable. The RS-232 interface cable is optional. ⚫ USB: Once the USB cable is connected, printer will detect automatically and link to host without emitting beeps.
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Page 31: Drivers & Software
Drivers & Software MP3-200 is bundled with its smart printer drivers. This allows users to easily print a receipt or label from any Windows application, such as Microsoft Word, labelling software, such as Bartender, etc. on operating systems including Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 / Windows 11. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Normally, if the printer is not working properly, the Power LED will blink continuously while printing and communication between the host and the printer will stop. Printer Status Indications Printer status and error messages are displayed via LED indicators. Generally, when a malfunction or an abnormal condition is detected, the ERROR LED will blink. - Page 33 Status Blinking LED SERIAL I/O ERROR POWER LED blinking Possible Symptoms & Solutions The format or baud rate of the RS232 communication is inconsistent between the printer and host. Status Blinking LED MEMORY FULL POWER LED blinking Possible Symptoms & Solutions The printer’s memory buffer is fully loaded with downloadable soft fonts, graphics or forms.
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Page 34: Performing Calibration
Performing Calibration If labels with gaps/black marks are in use, perform media calibration before printing to index the printer correctly. 1. Properly install labels. 2. Power off the printer. 3. Press and hold the FEED button and then power on the printer;... -
Page 35: Printing A Configuration Report
Printing a Configuration Report The Configuration report, also known as the Self-Test report, can work as a printer diagnosis tool. Steps to print a Configuration report are listed below. 1. Press the Power button to turn off the printer. 2. Make sure the battery is installed and media is loaded. Press and hold the Feed button and then press the Power Switch to turn on the printer. - Page 36 RS-232 parameters Media type setting Standby time (in minutes) Bluetooth PIN code WLAN FW version MAC Address MP3-200 User’s Manual...
- Page 37 Internal fonts MP3-200 User’s Manual...
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Page 38: Printer Maintenance
Printer Maintenance Print Head Maintenance Guide To keep the Print Head in the best conditions and efficiency and to extend duration for use, regular cleaning action is needed: Note: Always power off the printer before cleaning. 1. Cleaning Interval: It is strongly recommended to regularly clean the print heads, or at least every time a label roll is changed (in direct thermal printing mode). -
Page 39: Cleaning The Media Sensor
3. Cleaning Direction: When cleaning the print head, only wipe in one direction - left to right or right to left - to gently clean the print head's "heating line" without overloading the unit. Do not wipe back and forth to prevent dust or dirt from reattaching to the cleaning cloth/swabs on the print head. -
Page 40: Specifications
Specifications Printing Method Direct Thermal Printing Resolution 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) Printing Speed Max. 5ips (Default: 3 ips) Printing Length 40” (1016mm) Printing Width Max 2.8” (72mm) 128MB SDRAM (user available 30MB), Memory 128MB Flash (user available 90M) CPU Type 32 bit RISC microprocessor LED indicator x 4 Operation Indicator... - Page 41 93, EAN-13, EAN-8 (Standard, 2/5digit add-on), Codabar, Postnet, Code128 subset A/B/C, Code 128 UCC (shipping container code), Code 128 auto, UCC/EAN code 128 (GS1-128), Interleave 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5 with check sum, Interleaved 2 of 5 with human readable check digit, German Postcode, Matrix 2 of 5, UPC Interleaved 2 of 5, EAN-13 2/5 digit add-on,...
- Page 42 Thickness: Receipt - 2mil to 4mil (0.0508 ~ 0.1016mm) DT Label: 6mil (0.15~0.16mm) Drop protection 1.5m IP Rating IP54 (with case) Dimensions W 106mm x H 70mm x L 153mm Weight 530g w/Battery Universal Switching Power supply Power Source 100-240VAC, 50-60 Hz, 1A Input; 9 VDC 1.25 A output Rechargeable 7.2V Lithium-ion, 3200mAh, Battery Operating 8 hours, standby 14 hours...
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Page 43: Interface Specifications
Interface Specifications Serial Interface: RS-232C port with a mini-type 10-pin convertor Flow control mechanism is either RTS/CTS or X-on/X-off (control characters are DC2 and DC4). Programmable parameters are listed below: Speed: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 bauds Parity: Odd, Even or None. -
Page 44: Usb Interface
Signal Description Transmitted Data, Output, Serial “Transmitted Data” Received Data, Input, Serial “Received Data” Request to Send, Output, used as the control signal for “H/W Flow Control“ Clear to Send, Input, used as the control signal for “H/W Flow Control” Signal ground USB Interface: This port complies with USB 2.0 Full-Speed communication. -
Page 45: Wi-Fi (802.11 B/G/N) Interface
Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) Interface: Wireless Security Authentication and Encryption Options: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK WPA-ENT/WPA2-ENT: TLS/TTLS/PEAP Wireless access modes: Infrastructure and ad-hoc Network support: DHCP, UDP, DNS, ARP, ICMP, TCP, sockets Communication range: 100 meters MP3-200 User’s Manual...
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