® M4L Mobile Printer Administrator’s Manual Bluetooth Version M4L-BT WiFi(bgn) +Bluetooth Version M4L-WG, M4L-W1, M4L-W2, MT4ea-WG, MT4ea-W1 WiFi(abgn) +Bluetooth Version M4L-WW WiFi(abgn) Version M4L-WK, M4L-WA, M4L-WB, MT4ea-WK, MT4ea-WA
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Table of Contents Product Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 7 Printer Features .................................................................................................................................. 8 Standard Features .......................................................................................................................... 8 General Specifications ...........................
Wireless LAN .................................................................................................................................... 39 Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................................... 39 Date Time ......................................................................................................................................... 39 Display ...................................................
1 Introduction Product Introduction Printronix® has been the global leader in industrial printing solutions for over 40 years, earning a reputation for designing and manufacturing leading edge products and delivering them to market with unsurpassed service and support. The M4L is a comfortable, light-weight printer capable of working with any mobile receipt printing application where you need quick, simple receipts on demand.
Printer Features Standard Features Your M4L offers the following standard features: Standard Feature Direct thermal printing Black Mark reflective sensor (center position, black mark in back side) Gap transmissive sensor (Fixed, center of offset 2.75 mm to right from center) 203 Print Density 203 Print Density Cover open sensor Label Taken sensor LCD Control Panel Display 4 operation buttons (On/off, menu, info, and feed) 2 LEDs for printer status and battery status USB 2.
Code page Codepage 950 (Traditional Chinese Codepage 936 (Simplified Chinese) Codepage 850 (Latin-1) Codepage 932 (Japanese) Codepage 852 (Latin-2) Codepage 949 (Korean) Codepage 857 (Turkish) Codepage 1250 (Latin-2) ISO-8859-1: Latin-1 (Western European) ISO-8859-2: Latin-2 (Central European) ISO-8859-3: Latin-3 (South European) ISO-8859-4: Latin-4 (North European) ISO-8859-5: Cyrillic Codepage 860 (Portuguese) Codepage 1251 (Cyrillic) ISO-8859-6: Arabic Codepage 861 (Icelandic) Codepage 1252 (
Print Specifications Print Specifications Printhead resolution (dots per inch/mm) Printing method Dot size (width x length) Print speed (inches per second) Max. print width Max. print length Printout bias 203 dots/inch (8 dots/mm) Direct thermal 0.125 x 0.125 mm (1 mm = 8 dots) Max. 4 ips (100 mm/sec) 2,3 ips for Peel-Off mode 4.09” (104 mm) 90” (2286 mm) Vertical: 1 mm max. Horizontal: 1 mm max. Media Specifications Media Specifications Media roll capacity Max. 2.65” (67.
2 Printer Overview 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
1 2 3 5 4 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Belt Clip Li-ion Battery Battery Open Clasp External Label Entrance Slot Hanger for Shoulder Strap (2) USB Interface Micro SD Card Socket Power Jack (used for Charger) 7 8 Note: Recommended Micro SD card specification SD card spec SD card capacity Approved SD card manufacturer V1.0, V1.1 MicroSD 128 MB Transcend, Panasonic V1.0, V1.1 MicroSD 256 MB Transcend, Panasonic V1.0, V1.1 MicroSD 512 MB Transcend, Panasonic V1.0, V1.
LCD Display Keys Function − Display the printer information − Key for setting LCD configuration menu − Enter the printer configuration menu − Key for setting LCD configuration menu − Press and hold for 2-3 seconds to turn on the printer − Press and hold for 2-3 seconds to turn off the printer − Key for setting LCD configuration menu − Ready status: Feed one label − Printing status: Pause the print job − Key for setting LCD configuration menu LEDs Status Off Error Red (solid) Red (blinking) Off Power
3 Printer Setup Installing the Belt Clip and Battery Insert the Belt Clip first Insert the left side to install the battery on the underside of the printer, and then push the right side of the battery down until the clasp locks down in place. Battery Safety Warning: DO NOT throw the battery in fire. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
The battery is fully charged when the Power LED Indicator turns from amber to green Loading the Media Open the printer media cover by pressing down on the media cover release latch. Pull the media holders apart far enough to fit the width of the label roll you are installing Place the roll, printing side face-out, between the media holders and insert hubs into the core. Pull out enough paper above the printhead Press down on both sides of the media cover to ensure it is closed correctly.
Loading Media in Peel-Off Mode Load Media as defined in Loading the Media section on previous page Remove 1 ~ 2 die cut labels from the liner Press down on both sides of the media cover to ensure it is closed correctly.
Pull the liner tightly Push the label peel cover toward the front of the printer until it covers the plate roller Press down on the label peel cover to lock it in place Note: Calibrate the gap/black mark sensor when changing media using the Configuration Utility – Printer Function – Calibrate Sensor or the Power-On Utilities.
Loading Fan-fold/External Media Open the printer media cover by pressing down on the media cover release latch.
Connecting the Printer The printer must establish communication with a host terminal which sends the data to be printed. There are three ways to connect the M4L series: By an USB cable between the printer and its host terminal By a Bluetooth short-range radio if Bluetooth is installed and enabled. By a Wireless LAN per 802.
4 Power-On Utilities There are three power-on utilities to set up and test printer hardware. These utilities are activated by pressing the FEED key then turning on the printer power key simultaneously and releasing the FEED key when the desired utility function displays on the LCD panel to initiate that utility.
Media Sensor Calibration IMPORTANT – Before doing Media Sensor Calibration, verify the last selected Media Sensor type still matches the media installed in the printer (Gap, Black Mark or Continuous). You can check this by doing a Get in the Configuration Utility or by doing an Auto Calibrate using the LCD Sensor setup on in Section 6.
Self Test Printer will print the Configuration Page after media sensor calibration. Self-test printout can be used to verify printer configurations and available memory space. The printhead test pattern can verify if any printhead heater elements (dots) are damaged. Note: The Self-test printout requires 4” paper/label width.
Dump Mode Printer will enter dump mode after printing Configuration Page. In dump mode, all characters will be printed in 2 columns as shown. The left side characters are received from your system and right side data are the corresponding hexadecimal value of the characters. It allows users or engineers to verify and debug the program. Hex decimal data related to left column of ASCII data ASCII Data Note: Dump mode requires 4” paper/label width.
5 Configuration Utility PRINTRONIX’s Configuration Utility is an integrated tool incorporating features that enable you to explore a printer’s settings/status; change a printer’s settings; download graphics, fonts and firmware; create a printer bitmap font; and send additional commands to a printer. With the aid of this powerful tool, you can review printer status and setting in an instant, which makes it much easier to troubleshoot problems and other issues.
Connect the printer and computer with a USB cable. Note: The printer connects with the computer via USB to USB cable or USB to RS-232 cable (option). Select the printer interface connected with bar code printer USB to USB cable USB to RS-232 cable The default interface setting is USB interface. If USB interface is connected with printer, no other settings need to be changed in the Interface field. Click the “Printer Function” button to setup.
Performing a Calibrate Sensor by Configuration Utility The Configuration Utility is a highly recommended way to Auto Calibrate the Gap and Black Mark sensors and for calculating a Paper Out threshold value for the printer. This function can be used instead of the Power-On Utility method described in Chapter 4. This procedure uses values entered in the Common menu shown on page 25 and the Calibrate Sensor menu page shown below.
Calibrate Sensor - Manual Setup This method of calibrating the sensors is usually used only when the Auto Calibrate methods fail to reliably detect TOF (Top of Form) and/or calculate an actual Paper Out condition. This method is reserved for unusual media with holes or preprinted images that may trick the sensors in seeing them as a Black Mark or Gap affecting TOF. Install desired media in the printer and close the media cover.
Configuration Utility ZPL2 Emulation Menu Darkness Print Speed Tear Off Range = 0 to 30 Range = 1 to 4 ips Range = -120 to 120 dots Default = 16 Default = 2 ips Default = 0 - dot value, label TOF stops below Tear Bar. + dot value, label TOF stops above Tear Bar. Print Mode Print Width Media Pwr Up Head Close Label Top Left Position Tear Off or Peel Off Range = 0.01 to 4.
Setting AUTO.BAS by Configuration Utility How to use AUTO.BAS Create an AUTO.BAS file and load it to the printer using the Command Tool Tab. See example AUTO.BAS file below. Reboot the printer to activate the AUTO.BAS. AUTO.BAS file will be executed first. Now you can send the print jobs. Configuration Utility commands will also run through AUTO.BAS. If the AUTO.BAS does not ‘END’, most of Configuration Utility commands will not work except ‘Ignore AUTO.BAS’ and ‘Reset Printer’.
Setting Bluetooth by Configuration Utility Connect the printer and computer with a USB cable. Note: The printer connects with the computer via USB to USB cable or USB to RS-232 cable (option). Turn the printer power on using the Power key Open Configuration Utility and set interface (default setting is USB) USB to USB cable USB to RS-232 cable The default interface setting is USB interface. If USB interface is connected with printer, no other settings need to be changed in the interface field.
Setting WiFi by Configuration Utility Connect the printer and computer with a USB cable. Note: The printer connects with the computer via USB to USB cable or USB to RS-232 cable (option). Turn the printer power on using the Power key Open Configuration Utility and set interface (default setting is USB) USB to USB cable USB to RS-232 cable The default interface setting is USB interface. If USB interface is connected with printer, no other settings need to be changed in the interface field.
6 LCD Menu Function The M4L has an LCD panel to further enhance its capabilities to meet the demands of a wide range of printing solutions. This includes an LCD control panel, 4 keys and 2 LED status indicators. Using the LCD to Set the Printer Press the “M” key to display the function menu screen as shown below Use the 4 keys at the sides of the LCD to scroll, select, enter or return from the menu. The icon functions are listed below.
Example: To change the Speed setting, follow the steps below: Press “M” key to enter the Main menu. Press the Feed key to enter the “Manual Setup” item. Press the Feed key to enter the “Print Setup” item. Press the Feed key “General” item and display the “Speed” setting mode. to select the Press the Feed key to enter to highlight the current speed setting. At this status, you can scroll up or scroll down to select the value of print speed.
Using the LCD to Set the Printer There are 6 categories for the main menu. You can easily set the settings of the printer without connecting it to a computer. Please refer to the following sections for more details.
Print Setup for Zpl2 Item Description Default Darkness Use this item to setup printing darkness. The available setting is from 0 to 30, and the step is 1. You may need to adjust your darkness based on selected media. 16 Print Speed Use this item to setup print speed. Available setting is from 1 to 4. 2 Tear Off This item is used to fine tune media stop location in dots. Available value is from -120 to +120 dots. 0 This item is used to set the print mode.
Sensor Item Auto Calibration Manual Setup Description This item is used to set the media sensor type and calibrate the selected sensor. Printer will feed 2 to 3 gap labels to calibrate the sensor sensitivity automatically. In case “Auto Calibration” cannot apply to the media, please use “Manual Setup” function to calibrate the sensor manually. Follow the LCD steps as shown. Note: You can open the media cover to move the paper but have to close the media cover for each scan.
Serial Comm. Item Description Default Baud Rate This item is used to set the RS-232 baud rate. 9600 Parity This item is used to set the RS-232 parity. None Data Bits This item is used to set the RS-232 Data Bits. 8 Stop Bit(s) This item is used to set the RS-232 Stop Bits.
Wireless LAN Item Description Default Operating Mode This item is used to set the operating mode of wireless local area networks to connect devices to the networks. Note: Infrastructure mode requires the use of an access point for this communication to take place. Ad hoc mode involves connecting a computer directly to another computer.
Display Item Description Contrast This item is used to set the contrast for the display. Backlight This item is used to set the backlight time for the display. File Manager This feature is used to check the printer available memory and file list. Item 40 Description DRAM Use this menu to show available memory space and run (.BAS) the files saved in the printer DRAM memory. FLASH Use this menu to show available memory space and run (.BAS) the files saved in the printer Flash memory.
Diagnostics Print Config This feature is used to print current printer configuration to the label. On the configuration printout, there is a print head test pattern, which is useful for checking if there is any dot damage on the printhead heater elements. Please refer to Self Test in Chapter 4 for more details. Dump Mode Captures the data from the communications port and prints out the data received by printer. In Dump mode, all characters will be printed in 2 columns.
This feature is used to check the printer temperature, resistance and bad dots for the printhead. Display Languages This option is used to setup languages on LCD display Emulation Zpl2 Main Menu Emulation CPCL This option is used to select the emulation Service This feature is used to restore printer settings to defaults. Please refer to Printer Defaults in Chapter 4. Note: When printer initialization is done, calibrate the gap or black mark sensor before printing or attempting any Self Tests.
7 Trouble Shooting The following guide lists the most common problems that may be encountered when operating this bar code printer. If the printer still does not function after all suggested solutions have been invoked, please contact the Printronix Customer Support Center for assistance. Problem Power indicator does not illuminate Possible Cause Recovery Procedure The battery is not properly installed. Reinstall the battery correctly. The battery is out of power. Power the printer on.
Problem Possible Cause Recovery Procedure Delete unused files in the memory. The max. number of DRAM is 256 files. Can’t downloading the file to memory (FLASH / DRAM/CARD) The selected memory space is full. The max. user addressable memory space of DRAM is 2048KB. The max. number of FLASH files is 256 files. The max. user addressable memory space of FLASH is 14336KB. Poor Print Quality Media is loaded incorrectly Reload media correctly. Dust or adhesive accumulation on the printhead.
Problem Possible Cause Recovery Procedure Roll media ‐ Place locking levers in unlocked (full up) position. NOTE: Locking levers should only be used for fanfold media. Media holders don’t slide open to allow removal or installation of roll media. Media holder locking lever(s) were accidently moved to the lock position. Media will not advance when print job is sent or when the Form Feed key is pressed. Left side of media cover is not completely closed.
8 Maintenance This section discusses how to maintain your printer. 1. Use one of following materials to clean the printer. Cotton swab or authorized Printronix Thermal Printhead Cleaning Pen (203502-002) Lint-free cloth Vacuum / Blower brush 100% Ethanol or 99.7% Isopropyl Alcohol 2. The cleaning process is as follows: Printer Method Interval 1. Always turn off the printer before cleaning the printhead. 2. Allow the printhead to cool for a minimum of one minute. 3.
A Contact Information Contact Information Printronix Customer Support Center IMPORTANT Please have the following information available prior to calling the Printronix Customer Support Center: Model number Serial number (located on the back of the printer) Installed options (i.e., interface and host type if applicable to the problem) Configuration printout (Press CONFIG on the control panel, then press ENTER) Network test page if Ethernet is enabled.
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Communication Statements FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
CE Notice (European Union) Marking by the CE symbol indicates compliance to the EMC directive and Low Voltage Directive of the European Union. Such marking is indicative that this system meets the following technical standards: EN 55022 “Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.
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Software License Agreement Your printer contains, among other software, application software, but not limited to the Ethernut Operating System (the “Ethernut Software”) as embedded software. The terms of this Agreement apply to the Ethernut Operating System, and all other embedded software supplied with the printer. You accept the terms of this Agreement by your initial use of your printer. The Ethernut operating system is a free operating system and can be found at http://www.ethernut.de.
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I Index Media Specifications, 10 B Battery, 41 Bluetooth, 39 C Cable Communications, 20 Charging the Battery, 15 Connecting the Printer, 20 D Date Time, 39 Display, 40 Display Languages, 42 Dump Mode, 24, 41 F File Manager, 40 I Installing the Belt Clip and Battery, 15 L LCD Display, 13 Loading Fan‐fold/External Media, 19 Loading Media in Peel‐Off Mode, 17 P Power‐On Utilities, 21 Print Config, 41 Print Specifications, 10 Printer Defaults, 24 Printer Initialization, 22 Printer Setup for EPL2, 36 Pri
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