Brother 5V6102 Thermal Printer with Bluetooth User Manual

Brother Industries, Ltd. Thermal Printer with Bluetooth Users Manual

Contents

Users Manual

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Before using this printer, be sure to read this User’s Guide.
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We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future
reference.
User’s Guide
General Description
Operating Procedures
Appendix, etc.
MW-140BT
Mobile Printer
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Introduction
i
Thank you for purchasing the MPrint MW-140BT (hereafter
referred to as “the printer”).
This monochrome thermal mobile printer is ultra-portable and
can be connected to a Pocket PC (PDA running Pocket PC) or a
computer to make quick printouts.
This User’s Guide contains operating precautions and instruc-
tions. Before using this printer, be sure to read this manual for
information on its correct operation.
In addition, we suggest that you keep this manual in a handy
place for future reference.
Introduction
Declaration of Conformity
We BROTHER INDUSTRIES, LTD.
15-1, Naesiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,
Nagoya 467-8561, Japan
declare that the MPrint MW-140BT conforms with the following
normative documents:
EMC: EN 55022:1998 Class B
EN 55024:1998
EN 61000-3-2:1995
EN 61000-3-3:1995
and follows the provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive 89/336/EEC (as amended by 91/263/EEC and 92/31/
EEC). The optional AC adapter also conforms with EN 60950
and follows the provisions of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/
EEC.
Issued by: BROTHER INDUSTRIES, LTD.
P & H company
Development DIV.
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{
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
{The contents of this manual may not be duplicated or repro-
duced, partially or in full, without permission.
{Please note that we assume no responsibility for damages
arising from earthquakes, fire, other disasters, actions of third
parties, the user’s intentional or negligent operation, misuse or
operation under other special conditions.
{Please note that we assume no responsibility for damage
(such as losses, loss of business profits, lost profits, business
disruptions or a lost means of communication) that may result
from the use or inability to use this printer.
{If this printer should be defective due to faulty manufacturing,
we shall replace it during the warranty period.
{We assume no responsibility for damages that may result from
incorrect operation of this printer by connecting incompatible
equipment or using incompatible software.
{This products bearing the CE marking comply with the R&TTE
Directive (1995/5/EC), EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the
Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) is
sued by the Commission of the European Community.
{Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
{
The Bluetooth
®
word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth
®
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Brother Industries, Ltd.
under license.
{This printer is installed with BTFront from ACCESS CO., LTD.
Copyright (C) 1996–2003 ACCESS CO., LTD.
{All other software and product names mentioned are trade-
marks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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Precautions
iii
Precautions indicated as shown below contain important safety
information and should be strictly observed.
If the printer malfunctions, immediately stop using it, and then
contact the sales representative where it was purchased.
The meanings for marks used in this manual are described below
.
Meanings for symbols used in this manual
Precautions
Warning
Failure to observe instructions marked with this symbol
may result in death or serious injuries.
Caution
Failure to observe instructions marked with this symbol
may result in injuries or property damage.
Indicates danger
Indicates danger of fire under certain circumstances
Indicates danger of electric shock under certain circumstances
Indicates danger of burns under certain circumstances
Indicates an action that must not be performed
Indicates danger of combustion if fire is nearby
Indicates danger of sustaining injuries if the indicated part of the
printer is touched
Indicates danger of injuries, such as electric shock, if the indi-
cated part if the printer is disassembled
Indicates danger of electric shock if the operation is performed
with wet hands
Indicates danger of electric shock if the printer is exposed to
water
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Indicates an action that must be performed
Indicates that the power supply cord must be unplugged from the
electrical outlet
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Precautions
v
Concerning this printer (including the built-in lith-
ium ion battery)
Warning
y
Do not use this printer wherever it is prohibited, for exam-
ple, on an airplane, otherwise it may affect equipment,
resulting in an accident.
y
If this printer is to be used in special environments, for
example, near medical equipment, make sure in advance
that there would be no harmful effects from electromag-
netic waves. Please note that we assume no responsibility
for injuries resulting from interference from electromagnetic
waves.
y
Do not insert foreign objects into the printer or its connec-
tors and ports, otherwise a fire, an electric shock or dam-
age may result.
y
If foreign objects are dropped into the printer, immediately
turn it off, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet,
and then contact the sales representative where it was pur-
chased. If you continue to operate the printer, a fire, an
electric shock or damage may result.
y
Do not operate, recharge or store the printer in the follow-
ing locations, otherwise it may leak or fire, electric shock or
damage may result.
{
Near water, such as in a bathroom or near a water
heater, or in an extremely humid location
{
In a location where it is exposed to rain or moisture
{
In an extremely dusty location
{
In an extremely hot location, such as near flames or
heaters or in direct sunlight
{
In a closed car under a hot sun
{
In a location where condensation may form
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y
Liquid leaking from the printer may indicate that the built-in
battery is damaged. Immediately move the printer away
from flames, otherwise a fire may result.
In addition, do not touch the leaking liquid. This liquid may
damage your eyes or skin if brought in contact with them. If
the liquid makes contact with your eyes, immediately rinse
them with water and consult a medical professional. If the
liquid makes contact with your skin or clothing, immediately
rinse them with water.
y
Do not try to disassemble or alter this printer, otherwise
fire, electric shock or damage may result. For servicing,
adjustments or repairs, contact the sales representative
where it was purchased. (The warranty does not cover
repairs for damage resulting from disassembly or alter-
ations performed by the user.)
y
The printer may be damaged if it is dropped or subjected to
strong shocks, for example, from being stepped on. If you
continue to operate a damaged printer, a fire or an electric
shock may result. If the printer is damaged, immediately
turn it off, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet,
and then contact the sales representative where it was pur-
chased.
y
If the printer operates abnormally, for example, if it pro-
duces smoke, an unusual odor or an unusual noise, stop
using it, otherwise fire, electric shock or damage may
result. Immediately turn off the printer, unplug the AC
adapter from the electrical outlet, and then contact the
sales representative where it was purchased for repairs.
y
Do not charge the printer with a charger other than that
specified.
Warning
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Precautions
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y
If the printer is not fully charged after the specified amount
of time has passed, stop charging it, otherwise fire, electric
shock or damage may result.
Caution
y
Keep the printer out of the reach of children, particularly
infants, otherwise injuries may result.
y
Stop operating the printer if it leaks or becomes discolored,
deformed or otherwise defective.
Others
y
The built-in lithium ion battery is slightly charged so that the
operation of the printer can be verified; however, the bat-
tery should be fully charged with the AC adapter before the
printer is used.
y
Do not leave the printer in a closed car under a hot sun,
otherwise it may be damaged.
y
If the printer is not to be used for a long period of time, be
sure to charge the lithium ion battery at least once every
six months in order to prevent a reduction in the efficiency
and life of the battery.
y
This printer is powered with a built-in lithium
ion battery. If this printer can only be used
for a short period of time, even though it is
fully charged, the battery may have reached
the end of its service life. Replace the lithium
ion battery with a new one.
Contact the sales representative where the
printer was purchased to have the built-in
lithium ion battery replaced.
Warning
Li-ion
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Concerning the AC adapter
Warning
y
Only use the AC adapter designed specifically for this
printer, otherwise fire, electric shock or damage may result.
y
Do not plug the printer into an electrical outlet other than a
household outlet (AC 100 V
–
240 V), otherwise fire, elec-
tric shock or damage may result.
y
Do not touch the AC adapter or the power supply plug with
wet hands, otherwise electric shock may occur.
y
Do not try to disassemble, alter or repair the AC adapter,
otherwise fire, electric shock or injuries may result.
For servicing, adjustments or repairs, contact the sales
representative where the printer was purchased.
y
Do not spill water or drinks, such as coffee or juice, on the
AC adapter. In addition, do not use the adapter in a loca-
tion where it may get wet, otherwise combustion or electric
shock may result.
y
If the power supply plug becomes dirty, for example, with
dust, unplug it from the electrical outlet, and then wipe it
with a dry cloth. If you continue to use a dirty power supply
plug, a fire may result.
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Precautions
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Warning
y
When unplugging the power supply cord, do not pull on the
cord, otherwise fire or electric shock may result.
y
Do not insert foreign objects into the terminals of the AC
adapter, otherwise burns or electric shock may result.
y
Incorrectly using the AC adapter may result in fire or
electric shock. Therefore, observe the following precau-
tions.
{
Do not damage it.
{
Do not place objects on it.
{
Do not modify it.
{
Do not subject it to heat.
{
Do not twist it.
{
Do not bind it.
{
Do not severely bend it.
{
Do not allow it to be
{
Do not pull on it. pinched.
y
If the AC adapter is damaged, request a new one from the
sales representative where the printer was purchased.
y
Keep the AC adapter out of the reach of children, particu-
larly infants, otherwise injuries may result.
y
Do not use the AC adapter near microwave ovens, other-
wise damage may result.
y
Do not use the AC adapter near flames or heaters. If the
covering of the AC adapter cord melts, fire or electric shock
may result.
y
Before maintaining the printer, for example, when cleaning
it, unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, other-
wise electric shock may result.
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y
If the printer is not to be used for a long period of time, be
sure to unplug the AC adapter from the unit and the electri-
cal outlet for safety reasons.
y
Do not wind the AC adapter cable around the adapter or
bend the cable, otherwise the cable may be damaged.
Warning
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Precautions
xi
Operating precautions
Operate this printer in an environment that meets the follow-
ing requirements.
{Temperature: 0 – 40 °C
{
Humidity: 20 – 80 % (Maximum wet-bulb temperature: 27 °C)
{Do not operate or store this printer in a location exposed to
extremely high or extremely low temperatures, extreme
humidity, extreme dust, or extreme vibrations, otherwise
the printer may be damaged or malfunction.
{Do not use the printer in a location exposed to extreme tem-
perature fluctuations, otherwise condensation may occur,
resulting in the printer being damaged or malfunctioning.
{If condensation occurs, allow it to dry naturally before
operating the printer.
The AC adapter case and the printer may become hot while
the printer is charging or printing. This does not indicate a
malfunction.
When the printer is not used, unplug the power supply plug
from the electrical outlet.
Do not block the paper output slot.
If the AC adapter connector or USB port becomes dirty, incor-
rect connection or incorrect charging may result. Periodically
clean the connector and port with a dry cotton swab.
When cleaning the printer, use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use
benzene or paint thinners, otherwise the printer may become
discolored or deformed. (→ Refer to page 14.)
When using optional accessories, use them as described in
their instruction manuals.
Use thermal paper with this printer. If printed text is written
over or stamped, the text may disappear or become discol-
ored. In addition, it may take some time for the ink to dry.
Do not touch the printer with wet hands.
Do not leave paper cassette cover open when storing as this
may cause paper misfeeding or a paper sensor error.
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Concerning the paper cassette and the handling of the paper
{Store the paper cassette away from extremely hot,
extremely humid or extremely dusty locations and out of
direct sunlight, otherwise the paper may become discol-
ored or a malfunction may result.
{Be sure to close the lid of the paper cassette before storing
it, otherwise the paper may become discolored.
{Do not leave paper cassettes in a closed car under a hot
sun, otherwise they may become discolored.
{After opening the package of paper cassettes, close it
again as soon as possible, otherwise the paper may
become discolored.
{Do not use paper that has been exposed to condensation.
{Do not try to use paper transferred from one paper cas-
sette to another, otherwise a malfunction may result.
{Do not try to reuse paper that has already passed through
the printer, otherwise a malfunction may result.
{Do not open the paper cassette cover or pull out or push in
the paper while the printer is printing, otherwise a malfunc-
tion may result.
{Do not use folded, curled, cut, wet or damp paper, other-
wise a paper misfeed or a malfunction may result.
{Do not touch paper cassettes or paper with wet hands,
otherwise a malfunction may result.
{Do not prepare or replace the paper cassette in an
extremely humid location, otherwise a malfunction may
result.
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Precautions
xiii
{Depending on the environmental conditions of the location
and the quality of the material that the adhesive-backed
paper is attached to, the adhesive-backed paper may
become discolored, peel off, be difficult to remove, leave
adhesive behind or damage the surface that it was affixed
to. Before using the adhesive-backed paper, test it by affix-
ing a small piece to an inconspicuous area of the intended
surface.
{Do not affix the adhesive-backed paper to people, animals
or plants. Also, do not affix it to public property or other
peoples' possessions without permission.
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CONTENTS
1
Introduction .......................................................... i
Precautions ......................................................... iii
Operating precautions .............................................. xi
CONTENTS ........................................................... 1
General Description ............................................ 2
Operating Procedures ......................................... 3
Charging ....................................................................3
Selecting Bluetooth communication ON/OFF ............5
Turning on/off the printer ...........................................6
Preparing the paper ...................................................7
Installing the paper cassette ......................................9
Sending data from a Pocket PC or computer ..........11
Feeding paper .........................................................13
Maintenance ............................................................14
Disposing of this printer ...........................................16
Appendix ............................................................ 17
Product specifications .............................................17
Troubleshooting .......................................................18
Indicator lights .........................................................21
CONTENTS
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Right side
Left side
1 General Description
Paper cassette cover
Paper check window
Paper output slot
Status
indicator light
AC adapter connector
Power button
USB port
Charging
indicator light
Bluetooth switch
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Operating Procedures
3
Charging
This printer is equipped with a built-in lithium ion battery. Use the
AC adapter designed specifically for this printer to charge the
battery.
After purchasing this printer, be sure to charge the battery fully
before using it.
1
Plug the AC adapter
cable into the AC adapter
connector on the printer.
2
Plug the AC adapter plug
into a household electri-
cal outlet (AC 100 V –
240 V).
Charging of the built-in lithium
ion battery automatically
begins.
→The charging indicator light comes on in
orange.
→When charging is finished, the charging
indicator light goes off.
3
After charging is finished, disconnect the AC
adapter.
2 Operating Procedures
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•In order to protect the circuitry, the battery cannot
be charged if the unit is in a location exposed to
extremely high or extremely low temperatures.
•
Do not wind the AC adapter cable around the adapter
or bend the cable, otherwise the cable may be dam-
aged.
•It takes approximately three hours for the battery
to be recharged from completely empty to fully
charged (with the printer turned off).
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Operating Procedures
5
Selecting Bluetooth communication ON/OFF
1
Using the Bluetooth
switch, select whether
or not to use Bluetooth
communication.
→Set the switch to ON to use Bluetooth communication.
•
Printing can still be carried out using USB communica-
tion even if “Bluetooth communication ON” is selected
(except during the sleep mode). (
→
Refer to page 21.)
Bluetooth
communication ON
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Turning on/off the printer
1
Press and hold the power
button for a short while, until
the green or blue status indi-
cator light illuminates.
→When the power comes on, selecting
Bluetooth Switch ON, the status indicator
light will be blue. Selecting Bluetooth
Switch OFF, the status indicator light will
be green. (→ Refer to page 21.)
In order to prevent this printer from accidentally being
turned on, it will not come on if the power button is
lightly pressed. Therefore, if the printer does not come
on, hold the power button pressed for a little while.
In order to conserve the built-in lithium battery
during use, follow the operations below.
{
When the Bluetooth communication ON/OFF switch is
set to “ON”, the printer automatically enters the sleep
mode (
→
refer to
page 21
) if no operation is performed or
if no data is sent to the printer within a specified time.
(The length of time [auto sleep time] until the printer auto-
matically enters the sleep mode can be specified using
the Utility software. [
→
Refer to the Software Guide.])
{
When the Bluetooth communication ON/OFF switch
is set to OFF, the printer automatically powers off if
no operation is performed or if no data is sent to the
printer for five minutes. (The length of time [auto
power-off time] until the printer automatically pow-
ers off can be specified using the Utility software.
[
→
Refer to the Software Guide.])
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Operating Procedures
7
Preparing the paper
Use only the paper cassette designed exclusively for this printer.
Use of any other paper will result in damage.
To prepare the paper cassette
Prepare the paper cassette before installing it into the printer.
•Be careful not to drop any paper while the paper cassette is being
prepared
.
1
Open the lid of the
paper cassette, and
then tear off the two
pieces (1) on the
sides.
2
Firmly
fold the lid back
along the fold (
2
).
3
Insert the tab on the lid
into the slit (3) at the back of the cassette.
Lid
Paper cassette
Front Back
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Handling the paper cassette
{This printer determines the paper type depending
on the installed paper cassette, then automati-
cally selects the settings appropriate for that type
of paper. Do not transfer paper to a different
paper cassette.
{Do not try to reuse paper that has already passed
through the printer.
{The paper cassette is made of cardboard. After
all of the paper is used, dispose of the cassette
according to local regulations.
{Do not use a torn or deformed paper cassette,
otherwise damage may result.
{Do not prepare the paper cassette in an
extremely humid location, otherwise a malfunc-
tion may result.
{Do not touch paper cassettes or paper with wet
hands, otherwise a malfunction may result.
{Store the paper cassette out of extremely hot,
extremely humid or extremely dusty locations and
out of direct sunlight.
{When storing the paper cassette, be sure to close
its lid.
{Do not leave paper cassettes in a closed car
under a hot sun.
{Use the paper as quickly as possible, otherwise it
may become discolored.
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Operating Procedures
9
Installing the paper cassette
1
Slide the paper cassette
cover (on the top of the
printer) in direction 1.
→The paper cassette cover
will open in the direction
indicated by 2.
2
Insert the paper cassette.
The paper type indication on the
paper cassette should face up.
The end of the paper should
point toward you.
•When loading the paper cassette, make sure that
it is correctly aligned and that the end of the
paper is not folded, otherwise a paper misfeed
may result.
Paper type indication
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3
Close the paper cassette
cover in direction 3.
4
Slide the paper cassette
cover in direction 4.
If the paper cassette is correctly
loaded, the paper type indication
on the cassette can be seen
through the paper check win-
dow, and the paper cassette
cover will be locked.
•Do not remove the paper from the paper cassette
and load it directly into the printer.
•To change the paper type, install a different paper
cassette.
•While the printer is printing, do not apply pressure
to the paper output slot or place anything on the
printer.
Paper check window
Paper type indication
Paper output slot
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Operating Procedures
11
Sending data from a Pocket PC or computer
In order use this printer to print data from a Pocket PC (PDA run-
ning Pocket PC) or computer, the software must first be installed
onto the Pocket PC or computer as described in the ‘software
guide’ supplied with the printer.
Communication using Bluetooth technology
A computer and Pocket PC with Bluetooth wireless technology
can connect to the printer using Bluetooth technology.
1
Set the computer or Pocket
PC so that Bluetooth com-
munication will be valid
and the printer will be rec-
ognized.
(→ Refer to the Software
Guide.)
2
Start printing.
→While data is being transmitted, the status indicator
light flashes in blue.
•Communication with the printer using Bluetooth
technology cannot be performed if the printer is
already communicating with another computer
using the USB.
•For more details, refer to the instruction manual
for the computer or the Pocket PC.
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Sending data through a USB
connection
Using the enclosed USB cable, this
printer can be connected to a com-
puter or a Pocket PC supporting a
USB host interface.
Enclosed USB cable
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Operating Procedures
13
Feeding paper
If a paper misfeed occurs, remove the paper according to the fol-
lowing procedure.
If the paper has fed out of the paper output slot:
1
Pull the paper out from the
paper output slot.
If the paper has not fed out of the paper output slot:
1
Open the paper cassette cover.
2
Remove the paper cas-
sette.
3
Pull out the misfed paper.
•When pulling out the paper, be sure not to tear it.
•When pulling out the paper, be sure not to tear it.
•Pulling out the paper will not affect the operation
of the printer.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the printer
Clean the front of the printer.
1
Clean off any dust or other dirt from the printer by
wiping it with a soft, dry cloth.
If the printer is extremely dirty, wipe it with a slightly damp
cloth.
Cleaning the paper cassette sensor
If the paper cassette sensor is dirty, it will not be able to correctly
detect the paper cassette, and a malfunction may result.
1
Clean the paper cassette sensor with a dry cotton
swab.
yBe sure to turn off the printer before cleaning it.
yDo not use benzene or paint thinners, otherwise
the printer may become discolored or deformed.
Paper cassette sensor
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Operating Procedures
15
Cleaning the pick-up roller
If the pick-up roller is dirty, paper may not be fed correctly.
1
Affix a piece of cellophane
tape to the pick-up roller.
2
Remove the cellophane
tape from the pick-up
roller.
→Any dirt on the pick-up roller is removed with the tape.
Rotate the pick-up roller and repeat the procedure to clean
the entire surface of the roller.
Pick-up roller
Cello-
phane tape
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Disposing of this printer
Before disposing of this printer, be sure to remove the built-in
lithium ion battery.
Removing the lithium ion battery
1
Turn off the printer, and
then disconnect the AC
adapter.
2
Using a screwdriver,
loosen the four screws at
the back of the printer,
and then remove the back
cover.
3
Disconnect the connector, and then remove the
lithium ion battery.
•Removing the back cover will void the warranty.
Do not remove the back cover unless the printer
is to be disposed of.
•The lithium ion battery is attached to the printer
with adhesive tape. When removing the lithium
ion battery, grasp it, and then pull it off of the
printer. Be careful not to pull on the cable.
•When unplugging the connector, do not pull on
the cable.
Lithium ion
battery
Connector
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Appendix
17
Product specifications
Printer specifications
Paper sizes (print area)
3Appendix
Indicators Status indicator light (blue/green/red)
Charging indicator light (orange)
Printing
Method Direct thermal printing with a line thermal
print head
Resolution 300 dpi × 300 dpi
Print speed
15 seconds/sheet
(standard text on thermal paper with 7 % cov-
erage at an ambient temperature of 25 °C)
No. of
pages that
can be
printed
Approximately 100 pages can be printed
continuously if the battery is fully charged
(standard text on thermal paper with 7 % cov-
erage at an ambient temperature of 25 °C)
Paper supply
method
Brother paper cassette, automatic paper
feed mechanism
Paper Brother A7 cut paper (74 mm × 105 mm)
Power supply Compact switching AC adapter for charging,
lithium ion battery (built in) 780 mAh (7.4 V)
Interface
Complies with USB Ver. 1.1 and compliant
with Bluetooth ver. 1.1 class 2 serial port
profile supported
Dimensions 100 mm (W) × 160 mm (not including projec-
tion) (D) × 17.5 mm (H)
Weight
300 g (including the built-in lithium ion bat-
tery and a paper cassette containing 50
sheets of plain thermal paper)
Normal type
A7 size: 74 mm × 105 mm (69 mm × 100 mm)
Label sheets
(four down) 74 mm × 26.25 mm (69 mm × 21.25 mm)
Label sheets
(two down) 74 mm × 52.5 mm (69 mm × 47.5 mm)
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Troubleshooting
Symptoms & remedies
Symptom: The printer
cannot be turned on.
Remedy: Press and hold the power button
for a short while. (→ Refer to page 6.)
Remedy: The built-in lithium ion battery
needs recharging. (→ Refer to page 3.)
Symptom: Although the
print command was
issued, the printer
does not print.
With a Bluetooth connection:
Remedy: Make sure that Bluetooth com-
munication will be valid using the set-
tings of the computer or Pocket PC.
(→ Refer to the Software Guide.)
Remedy: Make sure that another com-
puter or Pocket PC is not transmitting
data to the printer using the USB or
Bluetooth.
(→ Refer to page 11.)
With a USB connection:
Remedy: Check that this printer is
securely connected to the computer
with the USB cable. (→ Refer to page
12.)
Remedy: Make sure that another com-
puter or Pocket PC is not transmitting
data to the printer using Bluetooth.
(→ Refer to page 12.)
Symptom: There is a
paper misfeed.
Remedy: Remove the paper. (→ Refer to
page 13.)
Symptom: Even though
the misfed paper was
removed, the error
cannot be cancelled.
Remedy: Some torn paper may still
remain in the printer. Contact the sales
representative where the printer was
purchased.
Symptom: An indicator
light is lit or flashing.
Remedy: Refer to the explanation in “Indi-
cator lights” on page 21.
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Symptom: The paper
does not feed.
Remedy: Make sure that the lid of the
paper cassette is firmly folded along
the fold (2). (→ Refer to page 7.)
Remedy: Make sure that the paper cas-
sette cover is securely closed. (→
Refer to page 10.)
Remedy: The paper may be dirty. Pull out
the first sheet from the back of the
paper cassette, and then install the
paper cassette again. (→ Refer to
pages 7 and 9.)
Remedy: Clean the pick-up roller. (→
Refer to page 15.)
Symptom: The print is
faint (light).
Remedy: Make sure that the paper cas-
sette cover is securely closed. (→
Refer to page 10.)
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Symptom: The paper
cassette cover can-
not be closed.
Remedy: The parts indicated by “A” in the
illustration below have locked up.
Refer to the illustration and use the tip of
a ball-point pen to slide the indicated part
in the direction of the arrow to free it
.
Free the part on the opposite side
using the same method
Paper cassette
cover A
Push with the tip of a ball-point pen to slide it.
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Indicator lights
Status indicator light
A blue or green light indicates the printer is
operating correctly, while a red light indicates
an error has occurred.
When the status indicator light is blue, it is possible to receive data
using both the Bluetooth and USB interfaces. However, once a
connection is established using one of the interfaces, data cannot
be received using the other interface until printing is complete.
If an error has occurred, check for the following causes.
Indicator
light color
Indicator light
status Printer status
Blue
Constantly lit Waiting to receive data using
Bluetooth or the USB
Flashing Receiving data using Bluetooth
Flashing in long
intervals
Sleep mode (power-saving standby
condition, possible only when
receiving data using Bluetooth)
Green Constantly lit Waiting to receive data
Flashing Receiving data
Red Flashing An error has occurred.
Constantly lit A system error has occurred.
Error description Remedy
There is no paper cassette
installed.
The paper cassette is installed
facing the wrong direction.
There is no more paper.
Correctly install a paper cas-
sette containing paper.
A paper misfeed occurred. Remove the misfed paper.
A transmission error occurred. Check the transmission status.
An overheat error occurred.
The inside of the printer has started
to overheat. Wait until it cools down
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If a system error has occurred:
The printer may be damaged. Contact the sales representa-
tive where it was purchased.
Charging indicator light
With the charging indicator light, the status of
the power supply can be checked. The charg-
ing indicator light has two functions.
1 Checking the charging status (when the AC
adapter is connected)
2 Checking the battery level (while running off the built-in lith-
ium ion battery)
Indicator
light color
Indicator light
status Printer status
Orange
Constantly lit Charging
Off Finished charging
Flashing Malfunctioning built-in battery
Indicator light status Battery level
Off More than 60% charged
Flashes once Less than 60% charged
Flashes twice Less than 30% charged
Continues to flash 3 times Almost empty
•When the battery level is less than 60% charged,
recharge the battery.
•If the charging indicator light flashes while the
printer is printing, immediately connect the AC
adapter and charge the battery. The printer may
stop printing.
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MW-140BT Accessories
Stock No. Description
C-11 A7 Thermal paper (105 mm x 74 mm)
C-21 A7 Label (105 mm x 74 mm)
C-41 A7 Cut label sheet (4/sheet) (26.25 mm x 74 mm)
C-42 A7 Cut label sheet (2/sheet) (52.5 mm x 74 mm)
Count:
50 sheets/cassette (thermal paper)
30 sheets/cassette (all others)
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