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Barcode Printer

Quick Guide

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Preface Table of Contents Thank you for purchasing the Barcode Printer, MB400i/410i. This manual is created so that a first-time user of MB400i/410i can learn its basic operations in a short time. Please read this manual carefully to make full use of the functions of MB400i/410i. 1. Safety Precautions ........................................................................... 4 Markings and Symbols ..........................................................................................
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1. Safety Precautions In this section, safety precautions about printer operation are explained to ensure proper care and usage. Make sure to read these carefully before using your printer. Markings and Symbols The following symbols or markings are used in this manual and on the printer so that you can properly use the printer, and to prevent any damage to property, harm or injury to yourself and others. Make sure to read their explanations carefully to familiarize yourself with their meanings.
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Warning AC Adapter/Battery Charger (Option) 1 Location Do not locate the printer in the area subjected to high humidity or dew. If dew forms inside the printer, immediately turn off the printer and do not use it until it has been dried up. Continued use creates the danger of electric shock or the printer damage. Power Safety Precautions • Do not use wet hands to operate the power switch, replace the battery pack or unplug the AC adapter or battery charger. Doing so creates the danger of electric shock.
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FCC REQUIREMENT 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. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Properly shielded a grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computer and / or peripherals in order to meet FCC emission limits. AC adaptor with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression. CE Caution: English Español [Spanish] Por medio de la presente [nombre del fabricante] declara que el [clase de equipo] cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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Magyar [Hungarian] Polski [Polish] Alulírott, [gyártó neve] nyilatkozom, hogy a [... típus] megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak. Niniejszym [nazwa producenta] oświadcza, że [nazwa wyrobu] jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
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Precautions in Use Do not place the printer in a hot or cold place. The operation temperature range is -15°C to 50°C (for wireless LAN: 0 to 50°C) where humidity does not cause condensation. Do not place the printer in an area with high humidity or at a temperature outside the specified range. 2. Unpacking Make sure you have all the printer components shown here. If any component is missing, contact the retail store or dealer where you purchased the product from.
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Names and Functions of Operating Parts RS-232C cover: This covers the RS-232C connector. RS-232C connector: Connects with a PC etc. USB/DIP switch cover: Covers the USB connector and DIP switch. USB connector: 3 Connects with a PC etc. Open this cover to set the labels. Cover release lever: Use this to release the main cover. Easy cutter: Cuts the printed label. Infrared communication sensor: Contains an infrared receiver/transmitter element. DIP switch: Sets the operation mode. (See P.
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Note Installing and Removing the Battery Pack • When the CHARGE lamp is not lit, check that the battery pack is installed securely. The battery may not be charged when not securely installed. • When a charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp first lights red, then lights green. 1 Open the battery cover. 2 While pressing the gray hook, insert the battery pack, then close the battery cover.
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Using AC Adapter Loading Labels Install the specialized AC adapter (optional) on the printer for use. The label installation method differs by printing mode. The AC adapter set provided for this printer is specific to this printer. Do not use it for other electric equipment. Continuous printing mode (See figure on P. 40) • Use AC ADAPTER: Model No. TG-5001-19v Label paper 1 4 1 AC adapter Slide the cover release lever in the arrow direction to open the cover.
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4 Confirm that the label roll can be rotated easily by hand. If rotation is labored, this can cause a feed error. Remove the label roll and adjust the label guide. Note that the label guides do not require adjustment when you are using labels with the same width. Dispense mode printing (See figure on P. 40) Label paper 1 Close the main cover slowly, while pulling the cover release lever. 2 While pressing the label guide stopper, slide the label guide to the label size to be used.
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4 8 Load the paper in the printer. Make sure the roll is oriented correctly. Slide the dispenser unit until it stops. This completes loading of the labels for dispense mode printing. 4 5 Holding the dispenser/continuous switching lever upward, slide the dispenser unit toward you. Never pull it with the lever still engaged. This may damage the dispenser unit. If rotation is labored, this can cause a feed error. Remove the label roll and adjust the label guide.
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5. Turning the Power On 6. Test Printing When the preparation steps are complete, turn the power on or off. 1 Power ON 1 5 Hold down the POWER button until the STATUS LED lights green. Then release the POWER button. When pressing the FEED button and holding down the POWR button simultaneously, the printer enters the test mode. Press the FEED button again to start test printing.
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7. Operation with an RS-232C Cable 8. Operation with a USB Cable To print with an optional RS-232C cable connected to a PC or a handheld terminal, perform the following operations. 1 To print with an optional USB cable (mini B type) connected to a PC or a handheld terminal, perform the following operations. 1 Remove the USB/DIP switch cover, and set the DIP switch (DSW) to DSW-1, 2, 3, 4 = (OFF, OFF, OFF, OFF).
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9. Operation via Infrared Communication 10. Operation with Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Options To print using infrared communication, perform the following operations. To print using a Bluetooth interface or a wireless LAN interface, perform the following operations. 1 Remove the USB/DIP switch cover, and set the DIP switch (DSW) to DSW-1, 2, 3, 4 = (ON, OFF, OFF, OFF). 2 Place the printer within 20 cm of the PC or handheld terminal for infrared communication.
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■ When the next label is not printed 11. Printing 1 1 Data is sent from a PC. 1 AB 2345 abcCDEF 67 defg G 2 When printing is complete, hold the right or left corner of the label, pull it in the direction of the arrow, and tear the label. 12 ABC 34567 abc DEFG defg 2 With the printer online, press the PRINT button to take the printer offline (STATUS LED turns off). 1 AB abcC d 12 ABC 34567 abc DEFG defg Press the FEED button to feed the labels.
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12. Troubleshooting The status of this printer is indicated by the STATUS LED display and a buzzer sound. When the STATUS LED display or buzzer indicates the status below, the STATUS LED/buzzer 12 Mode printer is in an abnormal condition. Clear the error using the clearing method. The printer will automatically turn off in about 30 seconds after a low battery display appears. Confirm that the power is off, then remove the battery pack and charge it.
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■ When printing fails (automatic printing) 13. Daily Care In direct sunlight or under illumination, the internal sensors may mis-operate (assuming a label is present in the dispenser unit), and prevent printing. In such malfunction, either shield the dispenser unit from harsh light, or operate using one of the following methods. Be sure to turn the power off and remove the battery pack before performing the following operations.
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■ Caring for the platen/ dispenser roller/paper sensor 1 14. Reference Included Items Slide the cover release lever to open the main cover. • Shoulder belt This belt allows you to carry the printer on your shoulder. When in dispense mode printing, first slide the dispenser unit to the continuous printing mode position. (See P. 21) 2 13 Wipe off any smudges with a cloth dipped in alcohol.
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• Battery charger (single) This charges a single battery pack. • Shoulder case with rainproof cover This is a version of the Belt case that has a rainproof cover. Fastening method 1 Open the cover and place the printer in with the operating parts facing up. 14 14 • AC adapter for printer Use this to supply power from a household power outlet (AC100V or 240V). Connect the DC output terminal of the AC adapter to the printer. • • • • • 42 Be sure to use the specified adapter.
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4 Affix the rainproof cover to the Belt case with the buttons and set in place. Rainproof cover 5 14 2 Place the lower side in the case so that the printer is completely in the case. 3 Close the Belt case cover. Belt case Attach the shoulder strap to the rainproof case. 14 Reference Reference 4 Run a belt through the Belt case. Shoulder strap • Belt case This protective case is for carrying the printer by attaching it to your belt.
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Normal operation mode Operation Modes There are two printer operation modes: continuous printing mode, and dispense mode printing. Test printing and online printing are available in both modes.
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Test printing mode (FEED button + POWER ON) Dispense mode printing Dispense mode printing setting POWER ON FEED button + POWER Start test printing Type Automatic printing setting Operation Prints one label after receiving data, then waits for label to be peeled. After the label is peeled, the next label is printed automatically. Manual printing setting Prints one label after receiving data, then enters offline status. When the PRINT button is pressed, the next label is printed.
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Head check setting mode Online command setting mode In the head check setting mode, a check can be performed in two checking areas: the printing area and the barcode printing area. The presence of the head check function and the head check range settings are set by the DIP switch (DSW) settings when the power is turned on, by button pressing status, and by the cover status.
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Buzzer sound mode setting Standard/non-standard code setting mode A buzzer can be sounded upon starting up the printer and upon errors. The buzzer is enabled by default. This can be enabled or disabled by the initial operation and by online command. Standard code/non-standard code settings for control codes can be changed using the control code setting command.
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• DIP switch setting items DIP Switch DIP switch • Setting DIP switch 1 2 3 14 Button PRINT FEED Startup mode 2 3 OFF OFF OFF OFF CLOSE OFF CLOSE OFF ON OFF OFF ON ON CLOSE OFF OFF OPEN ON OFF – Buzzer sound disabled OPEN OFF ON – Buzzer sound enabled OPEN ON OFF – Automatic dispenser printing setting OPEN OFF ON – Manual dispenser printing setting OFF CLOSE OFF OFF 4 Turn the power OFF. Open the DIP switch cover.
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Item Basic Specifications of MB400i/MB410i Item MB400i Printing method Thermal printing Head density 8 dots/mm (203 dpi) Maximum effective printing area 104 mm (width) × 297 mm (pitch) MB410i Character rotation 0°, 90°, 180°, 270° Fonts Kanji 16 × 16, 22 × 22, 24 × 24 square Gothic (JIS level-1 and level-2 set), SATO standard fonts: ×20, ×21, ×22, ×23, ×24, OCR-A, OCR-B, POP fonts 12 dots/mm (305 dpi) printing). Differs depending on printing rate and usage environment.
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