TEC Portable Printer B-415 SERIES Owner’s Manual Table of Contents Copyright © 2003 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION All Rights Reserved 570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN
CE Compliance (for EU only) This product complies with the requirements of EMC, Low Voltage and R&TTE Directives including their amendments. FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, in accordance to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 Safety Summary The B-415-GH25-QM is equipped with a wireless communication device, TEC-BTM. Please be sure to read the enclosed Precautions for Handling of Wireless Communication Devices before using this product. Precautions for Handling of Wireless Communication Devices Bluetooth® Module: TEC-BTM Trade Mark Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and used by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION under license from Japan Total Design Communication Co., Ltd.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 Safety Summary To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. For safety Do not use this product in locations where use may be forbidden, for example, in an aeroplane or a hospital. If you do not know the forbidden areas, please refer to and follow the airline company or medical institution guidelines.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 Safety Summary Safety Summary Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipment is extremely important. Warnings and Cautions necessary for safe handling are included in this manual. All warnings and cautions contained in this manual and written inside or outside of the printer should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment. Do not attempt to effect repairs to this equipment.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 Safety Summary This indicates that there is the risk of personal Injury or damage to CAUTION objects if the machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Keep away from flame or other sources of heat. Failure to do this may cause fire or machine failure. Do not drop or shock the machine as this may cause machine failure.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ E1-1 1.1 Applicable Model .............................................................................................. E1-1 1.2 Accessories ...................................................................................................... E1-1 2. SPECIFICATION .........................................................................
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Applicable Model 1. INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the TEC B-415 series portable printer. The B-415 printer displays its high performance with extraordinarily high speed printing up to 50.8 mm/ sec. It has a considerably compact and light body of 111 mm in height, 180 mm* in width and 57 mm in depth, weighing about 800 g. (*The width of the GH25 model is 170 mm.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Printer 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.3 Serial Interface (RS-232C) (for GH24 and GH34 models) 2.3 Serial Interface (RS-232C) (for GH24 and GH34 models) Item Baud rate Protocol Signals NOTE: Description 9600 bps XON/XOFF, 8 bit data, Even parity, Stop bit = 1 bit TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS This printer requires an exclusive printer cable. When purchasing it, please contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative. 2.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.6 External DC Input 2.6 External DC Input Item Description Conditions Connector specification Connector pin arrangement Input voltage: DC9V ± 5% Input current: Max. 8A Printer side: TCP7361-11-0201 Adapter side: TCS7361-01 Pin1: DC9V, Pin2: GND, Pin3: NC 2.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.9 Media 2.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 3. APPEARANCE 3.1 Front/Rear View 3. APPEARANCE 3.1 Front/Rear View Front View Rear View Power Switch Feed Button Shoulder Strap Holder Status Indicator 0 0 0 PRINT BATTERY ERROR Media Cover IrDA Interface window TOS HIB A TE CC ORP ORAT AC Adapter Terminal (Inlet) ION Battery Cover Serial Interface Connector (RS-232C) Media Cover Release Catch Fig. 3-1 Fig. 3-2 3.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY CAUTION: 1. Be sure to turn off the printer before loading the battery. 2. Use the specified battery only. Failure to do this may cause fire or electric shock. 3. In the United States, used lithium ion batteries should be returned to the store where you bought the machine. (USA only) 4.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY • TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK This printer includes no battery charger. Charging the battery requires an exclusive battery charger. Please order the following one to your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative if necessary. Part Name Description Lithium Ion Battery Charger B-415-CHG 2 1 3 CHARGE 1 2 3 ERROR POWER CHARGE ERROR Connect the AC power cord to the charger. Install the battery pack(s).
5. THE SHOULDER STRAP 4. ATTACHING LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 5. ATTACHING THE SHOULDER STRAP • Charging time Battery pack B-415-BT Charging time about 4 hours The charging time may differ depending on the condition of the battery pack or the temperature of the environment. • Using the battery pack at once Remove the battery pack when required. It can be used even if the charging is not completed.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 6. SET UP PROCEDURE 6.1 Requirements for Operation 6. SET UP PROCEDURE 6.1 Requirements for Operation This machine has the following requirements: • The host computer must have a serial port. • To communicate with host, either an exclusive RS-232C cable is required. RS-232C cable 9 pins • To print a label format, create the complete program using the interface/communication manual. ■ Interface Cables NOTE: This printer requires an exclusive printer cable, shielded, 1.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 7. LOADING THE LABEL 7.1 How to Load the Liner Backed Label Roll 7. LOADING THE LABEL NOTES: 1. In the strip issue mode, you should use the printer with the side in which the model name sticker is attached downward because the backing paper is issued from the bottom of the printer. 2. In the strip issue mode, you can tear off the backing paper using the edge of the strip cover. 3. In the batch issue mode, you can tear off the backing paper at the perforation. 7.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 7. LOADING THE LABEL 7.1 How to Load the Liner Backed Label Roll 5. 6. Load the liner backed label roll as Fig.7-3 shows. Slide the paper guide (R) to accommodate the label roll width, and then push the release lever downward to fix the paper guide (R). NOTE: Before fixing the paper guide (R), make sure that the label roll rotates smoothly without moving from side to side. Label Roll Paper Guide (R) Release Lever Fig. 7-3 7.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 7. LOADING THE LABEL 7.2 How to Load the Linerless Label Roll 8. Push down the media cover until the two cover release catches click back into the lock position. NOTE: If the media cover is open and unlocked, an error will result and the printing will not be performed. "Click" "Click" Fig. 7-6 9. When printing in strip issue mode, pull out the top of the liner of the label roll to eliminate slack. [How to remove the liner backed label roll] 1. Open the media cover. 2.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 7. LOADING THE LABEL 7.2 How to Load the Linerless Label Roll 3. Attach the linerless adapters to the paper guides. Paper Guide Paper Guide Linerless Adapter Fig. 7-8 4. Loading the linerless label roll is basically the same as described in the liner backed label roll. However in the case of the linerless label roll, its width may exceed the specified range (104.6 mm, +0/-0.5) due to having been rolled unevenly.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 8. ISSUING THE MEDIA 8. ISSUING THE MEDIA 8. ISSUING THE MEDIA CAUTIONS: 1. Radio communication between a handy terminal and the B-415 printer is guaranteed when the handy terminal is in the operator’s hand and the printer is secured at the waist. Proper radio communication may not be obtained when used in other conditions and in areas subject to noise and radio interference. 2.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT 4. Tear off the printed media upward or downward with the cutter. NOTE: Do not pull the media out of the printer, as this will misalign the print position of the next label. Media Fig. 8-2 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT 1. Turn the power on while pressing the [FEED] button. Three LED lamps light up. After about 5 seconds, they extinguish, then the first label of the test print is issued.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT 2. Pressing the [FEED] button again issues the second label of the test print. Pressing the [FEED] button once more, issues the second label of the test print again. 3. Regarding the print contents refer to the specifications.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 10. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA 10. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA 10. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA CAUTION: Be sure to read carefully and understand the Supply Manual. Use only media which meets the specified requirements. Use of non-specified media may shorten the head life and result in problems with bar code readability or print quality. All media should be handled with care to avoid any damage to the media or printer. Read the following guideline carefully.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 11. GENERAL MAINTENANCE 11.1 Cleaning 11. GENERAL MAINTENANCE WARNING! 1. 2. 3. Be sure to turn off the printer prior to performing any maintenance. Do not use any tool that may damage the print head. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer. 11.1 Cleaning To help retain the high quality and performance of your printer it should be regularly cleaned. The greater the usage of the printer, the more frequent the cleaning. (i.e. low usage = weekly: high usage = daily). 1.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 11. GENERAL MAINTENANCE 11.2 Covers and Operation Panel 11.2 Covers and Operation Panel The covers should be cleaned by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. NOTE: Clean the printer cover with an electrostatic free cleaner for automated office equipment. CAUTIONS: 1. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer. 2. DO NOT APPLY cleaner or detergent directly onto any cover or panel. 3.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 12. LED DISPLAY AND TROUBLESHOOTING 12. LED DISPLAY AND TROUBLESHOOTING 12. LED DISPLAY AND TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING! If you cannot solve a problem with the following solutions, do not attempt to repair the printer yourself. Turn off the printer, then contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. When a problem occurs during operation, the LED indicator will blink or stay on continuously.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 13. ERROR PROCESS 13. ERROR PROCESS 13. ERROR PROCESS When the printer detects the errors shown below, it will make the ERROR LED flashing (repeat of ON and OFF at the interval of 0.1 sec.), and wait for a command sent from the host after stopping the performance. Since the restart process is not performed after clearing the error, it is necessary to send the command again. (1) Command Error 1. When one of the following errors is found during the command analysis.
E PRINTED IN JAPAN EO1-33014B
