Do not attempt to effect repairs or modifications to this equipment. If a fault occurs that cannot be rectified using the procedures described in this manual, turn off the power, unplug the machine, then contact your authorised TYCO ELECTRONICS representative for assistance. Meanings of Each Symbol This symbol indicates warning items (including cautions).
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Request Regarding Maintenance Utilize our maintenance services. After purchasing the machine, contact your authorised TYCO ELECTRONICS representative for assistance once a year to have the inside of the machine cleaned. Otherwise, dust will build up inside the machines and may cause a fire or a malfunction. Cleaning is particularly effective before humid rainy seasons.
ENGLISH VERSION TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PRODUCT OVERVIEW....................1.1 Introduction ...................... 1.2 Features ......................1.3 Unpacking......................1.4 Accessories ....................1.5 Appearance ..................... 1.5.1 Dimensions..................... 1.5.2 Front View..................... 1.5.3 Rear View ....................1.5.4 Interior ....................1.5.5 Button and Indicator Lamp................PRINTER SETUP ....................2.1 Precautions......................
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ENGLISH VERSION APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ........................2-1 GLOSSARIES CAUTION! 1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of TYCO ELECTRONICS. 2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification. 3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.
ENGLISH VERSION 1.1 Introduction 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Thank you for choosing the Tyco Electronics T22 Label printer. This 1.1 Introduction Owner’s Manual contains valuable information from general set-up to confirming the printer's operation using test prints. You should read it carefully to help you gain maximum performance and life from your printer.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION 1.5 Appearance The names of the parts or units introduced in this section are used in the 1.5 Appearance following chapters. 1.5.1 Dimensions 198 (7.8) 258 (10.2) (6.8) Dimensions in mm (inches) 1.5.2 Front View STATUS Lamp Media View Window FEED Button...
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION 1.5 Appearance 1.5.4 Interior Media Guide WARNING! Do not touch the print head or around it just after printing. You may get burned as the print head becomes very hot Ribbon Access Cover during printing. Ribbon Rewind Gear Print Head Top Cover...
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION 1.5 Appearance The [FEED] button operates as FEED button or PAUSE button 1.5.5 Button and Indicator depending on the printer statuses. Lamp Pressing this button when the printer is in online As the FEED state causes a media feed.
For best results, and longer printer life, use only Tyco Electronics recommended media and ribbon. Store the media and ribbon in accordance with the specifications.
For details, please contact your Tyco Electronics representative. When the printer is connected to a host computer it is good practice to 2.3 Turning the Printer turn the printer ON before turning on the host computer and to turn OFF ON/OFF the host computer before turning off the printer.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer 1. Before turning off the printer power switch verify that the Indicator 2.3.2 Turning OFF the Lamp is illuminated in green, not flashing. Printer 2. To turn OFF the printer power, press the power switch as shown in the diagram below.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer The following paragraphs outline how to connect the cables from the 2.4 Connecting the printer to your host computer, and will also show how to make cable Cables to the Printer connections to other devices.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.5 Connecting the Power Adapter and the Power Cord 1. Make sure that the printer power switch is in the OFF (O) position. 2.5 Connecting the 2. Insert the Power Cord into the inlet of the Power Adapter. Power Adapter and the Power Cord Power Adapter...
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.6 Opening/Closing the Top Cover When opening or closing the Top Cover, please be sure to follow the 2.6 Opening/Closing the instructions below. Top Cover To open the Top Cover: W A R N I N G ! 1.
2.7 Loading the Media 2.7 Loading the Media This section describes how to load a media in the printer. This printer accepts label rolls, tag rolls, and fanfold paper stocks. Please use Tyco electronics approved media. WARNING! NOTES: Do not touch any moving 1.
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.7 Loading the Media 2. Slide the Media Holder Lock Switch to the Unlock (▲) side to 2.7 Loading the Media release the Media Holders. (Cont.) Media Holder Lock Switch NOTE: Media path Media Holder Feed Gap Sensor Media Holder Platen...
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.7 Loading the Media 6. Adjust the media sensor position and select a sensor type to be used. 2.7 Loading the Media (Refer to Section 2.9.1) (Cont.) This printer is provided with a Black Mark Sensor which detects black marks printed on the reverse side of the media, and a Feed Gap Sensor which detects inter-label gaps.
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.7 Loading the Media Close the Top Cover gently and push down the arrow-indicating 2.7 Loading the Media portions until they click. (Cont.) Press the [FEED] button to check for a proper media feed. FEED Button There are three issue modes available for this printer.
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.7 Loading the Media Strip mode (Option): 2.7 Loading the Media When issued in the strip mode, labels are automatically removed from the (Cont.) backing paper each time a label is printed. How to set the media •...
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.7 Loading the Media Cut mode (Option): 2.7 Loading the Media When the Cutter is installed, the media is automatically cut. (Cont.) After loading the media as described on the previous pages, insert the WARNING! leading edge of the media through the Media Outlet of the Cutter Cover.
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.7 Loading the Media When a media roll has an outside diameter exceeding 127 mm (5”) and 2.7 Loading the Media the inner core diameter of 76.2 mm (3”), the optional External Media Roll (Cont.) Hanger is required.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.8 Loading the Ribbon 2.8 Loading the Ribbon When you use normal media, it is necessary to load a ribbon. Follow the procedure below to load a ribbon properly. W A R N I N G ! 1.
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.8 Loading the Ribbon 3. Push up the Ribbon Access Cover by the portions indicated by 2.8 Loading the Ribbon arrows A and fully open it supporting the Print Head Block. (Cont.) Ribbon Access Cover Print Head Block 4.
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.8 Loading the Ribbon 2.8 Loading the Ribbon 6. Close the Ribbon Access Cover until it clicks. (Cont.) Ribbon Access Cover Print Head Block 7. Again, turn the Ribbon Rewind Gear to remove any slack of the ribbon.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities This utility is used to calibrate the sensitivity of the Feed Gap/Black 2.9 Media Sensor Mark Sensor. Calibration, Self Print It is necessary to set the media sensors after the media is changed to Test, and Dump Mode different type.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities 1. Turn off the printer power and install a media roll on the printer. 2.9.2 Self Print Test and 2. Press the [FEED] Button while turning on the printer. The Indicator Dump Mode Lamp will light up in the following order: Green (Flashing) →...
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2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities The test print contents should be changed by the following commands 2.9.2 Self Print Test and and parameters: Dump Mode (Cont.) PROGRAM VERSION: VX.XX XXXX --- Firmware version and checksum TONE ADJUST: +XX---------------------------Print tone fine adjustment value FEED ADJUST: +XX.Xmm------------------------ Print position fine adjustment value CUT POSITION ADJUST: +XX.Xmm --------- Cut position fine adjustment value...
2.10 How to Use an SD Type fonts, etc. in commercially available SD cards. Card For available SD card types, please ask the nearest Tyco Electronics representative. For how to save data in an SD card, please refer to the External CAUTION! Equipment Interface Specification stored in the CD-ROM.
3. Do not touch the print head element with bare hands, as static may damage the print head. NOTE: Please purchase the Print Head Cleaner from the authorised Tyco Electronics service representative. 3- 1...
3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION 3.1 Cleaning 1. Wipe the Platen with a soft cloth moistened with absolute ethyl 3.1.2 Platen/Sensors alcohol. 2. Remove dust or paper particles from wipe the Black Mark Sensor, Feed Gap Sensor, and Cover Open Sensor with a dry soft cloth. Feed Gap Sensor Platen Cover Open Sensor...
2. Remove dust or paper particles from the Strip Sensor with a dry soft cloth. Strip Sensor Strip Roller Do not store media or ribbons for longer than Tyco Electronics 3.2 Care/Handling of the recommended shelf life Media and Ribbon ...
WARNING! If a problem cannot be solved by taking actions described in this chapter, do not attempt to repair the printer. Turn off and unplug the printer. Then contact an authorised Tyco Electronics service representative for assistance. 4.1 Troubleshooting Guide...
The print head elements are When the missing dots affect printouts, turn off the printer and contact the nearest partly broken. Tyco Electronics representative to ask for replacement of the print head. Labels are not separated Tyco Electronics approved media...
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH VERSION 4.3 Removing Jammed Media Flashing speed of the LED Status Flashing interval Flashing slowly 1 sec. Flashing at medium speed 0.5 sec. Flashing fast 0.2 sec. 4.3 Removing Jammed Media This section describes in detail how to remove jammed media from the printer. CAUTION! Do not use any tool that may damage the print head.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION A1.1 Printer APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS Appendix 1 describes the printer specifications and supplies for use on the T22 Label printer. A1.1 Printer The following are the printer specifications. Item T22 Label Printer Supply voltage AC 100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption During a print job 100 to 120V: 2.94A, 70.6W maximum, 200 to 240V: 2.97A, 7 1.3W maximum...
The above options are available from your nearest Tyco Electronics representative A1.3 Media Please make sure that the media to be used is approved by Tyco Electronics. The warranties do not apply to problems caused by using media that is not approved by Tyco Electronics.
(See NOTE 2.) NOTES: 1. To ensure print quality and print head life use only Tyco Electronics approved media. 2. When using a media roll of 76.2-mm (3”) inner core diameter, the 3”-Diameter Media Shaft included in the optional External Media Roll Hanger is required.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION A1 .3 Media A1 .3.3 Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor The Reflective Sensor is movable within the full range of the media width. The reflection factor of the Black Mark must be 10% or lower with a waveform length of 950 nm. The Reflective Sensor should be aligned with the centre of the Black Mark.
5. Line weight should be 3 to 12 dots. A1.4 Ribbon Please make sure that the ribbon being used is approved by Tyco Electronics. The warranty does not apply to any problem caused by using non-approved ribbons. For information regarding Tyco Electronics approved ribbon, please contact a Tyco Electronics service representative.
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE Interface Cables To prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise, the interface cables must meet the following requirements: Fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector housings. ...
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GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION GLOSSARIES GLOSSARIES Bar code A code which represents alphanumeric characters Distance from the bottom of one label to the top of by using a series of black and white stripes in the next label. different widths. Bar codes are used in various industrial fields: Manufacturing, Hospitals, Libraries, Retail, Transportation, Warehousing, etc.
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GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33087 GLOSSARIES Supply Media and ribbon A type of media having no adhesive backing but black marks to indicate the print area. Usually tags are made of cardboard or other durable material. Printing Method A print head using thermal transfer Thermal transfer printing A printing method that the thermal print head heats an ink or resin coating on the ribbon against the...
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