Seiko Instruments AB000001 Thermal Printer w/ Bluetooth User Manual Preliminary Users Manual Draft

Seiko Instruments Inc Thermal Printer w/ Bluetooth Preliminary Users Manual Draft

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Preliminary Users Manual Draft

USER’S GUIDE Thermal Printer MPU-L465 Read this manual carefully before use. Keep this maual in a place where it can be accessed quickly. Seiko Instruments Inc.
MPU-L465 THERMAL PRINTER USER’S GUIDEDocument Number: U00078687600First Edition: April 2003Copyright 2003 by Seiko Instruments Inc.All rights reserved.The information contained herein is the property of SII and shall not be reproducedin whole or in part without prior written approval of SII.SII reserves the right to make changes in the specifications and materials containedherein without notice and shall not be responsible for any damages (includingconsequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but notlimited to typographical, arithmetic, and listing errors. is a trademark of Seiko Instruments Inc.Applicable EC Directives and StandardsProduct: Thermal Printer DPU-3445-10ADirectives Title89/336/EEC EC Electromagnetic Compatibility DirectiveStandardsEMI: EN50081-1/1997EN55022/1994+Amd.1/1995 class B, EN61000-3-2/1995EMS: EN50082-1/1997EN61000-4-2/1995, EN61000-4-3/1996, ENV50204/1995,EN61000-4-4/1995, EN61000-4-5/1995,EN61000-4-6/1996, EN61000-4-8/1993Product : AC Adapter PW-3009-W2Directives Title89/336/EEC EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive73/23/EEC EC Low Voltage DirectiveStandardsEMI: EN55022/1995 class BEMS: EN50082-1/1992IEC801-2/1984, IEC801-3/1984, IEC801-4/1988,IEC1000-4-5/1995, IEC1000-4-6/1996, IEC1000-4-11/1993LVD: EN60950/1992 +Amd.1 +Amd.2 +Amd.3IEC950/1991+Amd.1/1992+Amd.2/1993+Amd.3/1995+Amd.4/1996Product: Battery Charger BC-3008-W1Directives Title89/336/EEC EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive73/23/EEC EC Low Voltage DirectiveStandardsEMI: EN50081-1, EN55022/1995 class B, EN61000-3-2/1995, EN61000-3-3/1995EMS: EN50082-1, IEC801-2/1984, IEC801-3/1984, IEC801-4/1988LVD: EN60950 +Amd.1 +Amd.2, IEC950/1991 +Amd.1/1992 +Amd.2/1993
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance statement Your printer 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. Your printer generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. It can be determined whether your printer is causing interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, your printer might cause it. If your printer does cause interference, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the radio or television antenna. - Increase the separation between your printer and the radio or television. - Connect your printer to an outlet on a different circuit from the radio or television. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes in this certified device could void your legal right to operate it. Industry Canada (IC) compliance statement This device complies with the requirements of RSS-210. 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.
- 1 -INTRODUCTIONThis manual describes the functions of the MPU-L465 thermal printer.Read through the safety and operating precautions on pages 2 to 15 carefully beforeusing the printer. Also read the instruction manuals of the optional devices that youpurchased together with the printer.Table of Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...........................................................................2 OPERATING PRECAUTIONS...................................................................131. PREPARATION................................................................................152. NAMES OF PARTS..........................................................................163. POWER CONNECTING...................................................................184. PAPER SETUP ................................................................................215. ATTACHING AND DETACHING THE BELT CLIP AND STRAP.......246. TEST PRINTING ..............................................................................257. FUNCTION SETTINGS ....................................................................268. CONNECTING TO THE HOST COMPUTER ...................................349. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK ..................................................3610. THERMAL HEAD/PLATEN ROLLER MAINTENANCE.....................3811. TROUBLESCHOOTING...................................................................3912. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................4013. OPTIONAL UNITS AND CONSUMABLES .......................................41For more details, please ask your dealer for a copy of the MPU-L465 TechnicalReference.
- 2 -SAFETY PRECAUTIONSThe following symbols are used in this manual in order to make proper use of theprinter and avoid incidental damages.Follow the instructions marked with each individual symbol.WARNINGFailure to follow the guidelines marked with thissymbol could result in severe personal injury ordeath.CAUTIONFailure to follow the guidelines marked with thissymbol could result in minor personal injury orproduct and/or peripheral damage.Symbol ExamplesThe symbol indicates caution (including danger and warning).This example indicates warning or caution.The symbol indicates prohibition.This example indicates prohibition of disassembling.The symbol indicates requirements or what must be done.This example asks you to unplug the power cable.
- 3 -WARNINGIf you find any of the following abnormalities in the printer, power off theprinter, unplug the AC cable, and remove the battery pack from the printer.♦ When an unusual state was not recovered to the normal’s.♦ When the printer gave out a nasty smell or smoke, or emittedabnormal sound.♦ When metallic powders, water or other foreign substances entered theprinter.♦ When the printer case was broken.If not, it might cause a fire or an electricshock.  Please ask your dealer forrepair.Never put metallic powders, water and other foreign substances into theprinter from its opening.If not, it might cause a fire or an electricshock.Never disassemble or remodel the printer. Do not try to repair the printeryourself.If not, it might cause a fire, accident or failure.Do not use other power supplies than our specified AC adapter and batterypack.If not, there is fear of a burst, ignition, or generation of heat that mightcause a fire or an accident.Power off the printer, when you detach and attach the battery pack fromand to the printer.If not, it might cause an electricshock.
- 4 -CAUTIONWhen not in use for long periods of time, power off the printer, unplug the ACcable, and remove the battery pack from the printer.If not, it might cause a fire or an electricshock.When you clean the printer, power off the printer, unplug AC cable, andremove the battery pack from the printer.If not, it might cause a fire or an electricshock.Keep the printer away from children.If not, it might cause injury.Keep the printer away from direct sun and high temperature.  If not, it mightcause a fire or a failure.Keep the printer away from high humidity and dust.If not, it might cause a fire or a failure.While using the printer, never cover cloth etc. over it.If not, it might cause a fire or a failure.Install the printer in a vibration-free place.Keep the printer away from unstable, shaky, unsteady and slantingenvironment.If not, it might cause an injury or a failure.The thermal printhead might reach a high temperature just after printing.Never touch the printhead. Remove paper jam and clean the printheadafter making sure that the printhead has cooled down.If not, it might cause an injury.The printer is designed so that you can directly touch the thermal head, thepaper sensor, and the platen roller due to improvement of paper insertionmechanism. Never touch those directly.If not, it might cause an injury or a failure.Do not touch the cutter.If not, it might cause an injury.When attaching the battery pack in the printer, secure the battery cover.If not, the battery cover is turned over, the battery jumps out, and an injury or afailure may happen.
- 5 -When AC adapter is usedWARNINGIf you find any of the following abnormalities in the AC adapter, unplug theAC cable.♦ When the AC adapter differs from usual [ smoke has come out from theAC adapter / strange smell comes out from the AC adapter / the ACadapter is unusually hot]♦ When the printer case was broken.It becomes the cause of a fire and an electricshock. Request repair from aselling agency.Do not disassemble or remodel the AC adapter. It becomes the cause of afire, an accident, and failure.Do not use other AC code than the our specified one.It becomes the cause of a fire, an accident, and failure.Do not use AC adapter on any voltage other than the specified powersupply voltage.It becomes the cause of a fire, an accident, and failure.Do not touch the metal part of AC adapter or the connector, to avoidshort-circuit absolutely.It becomes the cause of a fire, an accident, and failure.Do not place the AC adapter at the place which possibly moisten or waterit.It becomes the cause of a fire, an accident, and failure.
- 6 -CAUTIONPull out AC plug from a wall socket in the case of care of the AC adapter.It becomes the cause of an electricshock.Put the AC adapter on the place which infants' hand does not reach.It becomes causes, such as an injury.Do not put the AC adapter on the place where direct sun light hits, and theplace which becomes high temperature. It becomes the cause of a fire andfailure.Do not put the AC adapter on a place where is humid and dusty.It becomes the cause of a fire and failure.Do not touch the AC adapter by the wet hand.It becomes the cause of an electricshock.While using the AC adapter, do not put cloth etc. on it.It becomes the cause of a fire and failure.Do not put the printer on unstable places, such as a shaky palce, anunsteady stand top, and a leaning place.It becomes the cause of an injury or failure.
- 7 -When a battery pack is usedWARNINGWhen the battery pack is as follows, remove the battery pack from theprinter and stop using, and keep away from fire. When there is a strange smell, or the battery pack is unusually hot When the case breaks When liquid has leakedThere is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, andit becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Do not disassemble, remodel, and solder the battery pack by any means.There is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, andit becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Do not recharge the battery pack except by the exclusive battery charger.There is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, andit becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Do not touch the metal part of the battery pack to avoid short-circuitabsolutely.There is a fear of heat generation, a fire or an electricshock, and itbecomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Do not throw in the battery pack into fire or do not heat it. There is fear ofliquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, and it becomes thecause of a fire and an injury.Do not recharge the battery pack in a hot place (35 °C or more) such asunder burning sun or near fire.There is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, andit becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Do not give a strong shock which strikes a battery pack with a hammer,such as stabbing with a nail, and crushing.There is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, andit becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Do not put the battery pack into water, or do not put it on the place whichpossibly wet.There is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, andignition, and it becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.
- 8 -CAUTIONWhen the liquid which came out of the battery pack goes into eyes, washaway with clean water immediately and take a doctor's medical treatment.It becomes the cause of loss of eyesight.Put the battery pack on the place which infants' hand does not reach.It becomes causes, such as an injury.Do not leave the battery pack in the place where direct sun light hits, suchas in the car, and the place which becomes high temperature. There is fearof liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, and it becomesthe cause of a fire and an injury.Do not use or strage the battery pack in a place where is humid and dusty.There is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, andit becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Do not touch the battery pack by the wet hand.It becomes the cause of an electricshock and failure.Do not put the printer on unstable places, such as a shaky palce, anunsteady stand top, and a leaning place.It becomes the cause of an injury or failure.
- 9 -When the charger is usedWARNINGPull out AC plug of AC cable from a wall socket, when the charger is in thestatus as follows.• When there is a strange smell, or the battery pack is unusually hot• When the case breaks• When liquid has leakedIt becomes the cause of a fire and an electricshock. Request repair from aselling agency.When the battery pack differs from usual [smoke has come from thebattery pack under charge / there is strange smell / the battery pack isunusually hot], pull out AC plug of the AC cable from a wall socket.There is fear of liquid leakage, generation of heat, a burst, and ignition, andit becomes the cause of a fire and an injury.Put neither water nor a foreign substance into the inside of the charger.It becomes the cause of a fire and an electricshock.Do not disassemble or remodel the charger by any means. It becomes thecause of a fire and an electricshock.Do not connect other battery pack than our specified one with the charger.There is fear of a burst, ignition, and generation of heat, and it becomes thecause of a fire and an injury.Do not use other AC code than our specified one with the charger.It generates heat and ignites and becomes the cause of a fire or theaccident.Do not use a charger on any voltage other than the specified power supplyvoltage.It becomes the cause of a fire, an electricshock, or failure.Do not touch the output terminals of the charger to avoid short-circuitabsolutely.It becomes the cause of a fire, an electricshock, or failure.Do not wet the charger, or do not put it on the place which possibly wet.Itbecomes the cause of a fire, an electricshock, or failure.
- 10 -CAUTIONPull out the AC plug of the charger from a wall socket except the time of use.Even when having not equipped with the battery pack, the charger isoperating.Pull out the AC plug from a wall socket in the case of care of the charger.It becomes the cause of an electricshock.Put the charger on the place which infants' hand does not reach.It becomes causes, such as an injury.Do not put the charger on the place where direct sun light hits, and theplace which becomes high temperature. It becomes the cause of a fire andfailure.Do not put the charger on a place where is humid and dusty.It becomes the cause of a fire and failure.Do not touch the charger by the wet hand.It becomes the cause of an electricshock.While using the charger, do not put cloth etc. on it.It becomes the cause of a fire and failure.Do not put the charger on unstable places, such as a shaky place, anunsteady stand top, and a leaning place.It becomes the cause of an injury or failure.
- 11 -When AC and an interface cable are usedWARNINGWhen AC cable of the AC adapter or the charger is damaged, pull out theAC plug from a wall socket.It becomes the cause of a fire, an electricshock, or failure.Do not let dust or a metal adhere to AC plug of the AC adapter or thecharger.It becomes the cause of a fire and an electricshock.Do not use in the state with the imperfect plug of AC plug of the AC adapteror the charger.It becomes the cause of a fire and an electricshock.Do not damage AC cable or AC plug of the AC adapter or the charger. Donot bent the AC cable forcibly, do not place heavy thing on it, do not pull it,do not twist it.It becomes the cause of a fire, an electricshock, or failure.Only the specified AC cable should surely be used for AC cable of ACadapter or a charger. Moreover, AC cables differ for every use area asfollows.For Japan : Model CB-JP01-18AFor North America : Model CB-US01-18AFor EU : Model CB-CE01-18A
- 12 -CAUTIONWhen you pull out the AC cable of the AC adapter or the charger from awall socket or pull out the interface cable from the connector, remove themholding the connector portion.Wires of the cable is exposed, or is disconnected and it becomes thecause of a fire and an electricshock.
- 13 -OPERATING PRECAUTIONSPlease follow the precautions shown below to ensure full functionality of the printer.■Using the Printer◆Switch the power off when not in use.◆ The printer has the structure which can stand for drop from 1.2m height to concretesurface (1 time drop for each 6 face side). However, it may be damaged accordingto the surface situation of a fall place, a fall angle or the degradation situation of aprinter, etc.◆ Take care about a surrounding temperature and surrounding humidity in the case ofuse of the printer.Suitable environment for the use of the printer is as follows:Ambient temperature: -20°C to 50°CRelative humidity: 10 to 85% (noncondensing)◆DO NOT install the printer near devices that generate strong electromagnetic fieldssuch as a copy machine.◆DO NOT connect the AC cables of the AC adapter and the battery charger to thesame outlet with devices that generate noise.◆DO NOT open the paper cover during printing.◆DO NOT remove or reinstall the interface cable during printing or transmission. DONOT touch the connectors of the interface cable during printing.◆Do not close the paper outlet or do not press down the paper which came out. Itbecomes the cause of a paper jam.(◆DO NOT cut any sheets of thick paper or label paper with the paper cutter installedin the paper outlet. Failure to follow this instruction may cause a cutting error ormake the cutting edge dull due to label paper adhesive sticking to the cutter.◆Remove the battery pack, when you do not use a printer for a long time. It becomessuperfluous electric discharge, and even if it charges, it becomes impossible to use it.◆Clean the printer using soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or other solvent.◆Before use, always clean the terminals using a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. If theterminals are dirty, it may not be possible to obtain proper contact.◆Be sure to wipe the head with a soft swab etc. at head cleaning.◆Pull out the AC plug of the AC adapter from a wall socket except the time of use.
- 14 -◆Keep the battery pack in a cool place in the case of long-term storage. Moreover, ifpossible, avoid long-term storage in the fully charged state. It affect a bad influence on the battery life.◆Clean the terminal of the battery pack regularly (wipe them with a dry cloth).◆In order to fully demonstrate the performance of a battery pack, charge in the statewhere circumference temperature and the temperature of the battery pack are10 ºC - 35 ºC.◆Clean the terminal of the exclusive charger regularly (Wipes with the dry cloth).◆Do not connect the AC cable of the AC adapter or the charger to the same powersupply wall socket as the equipment which generates a noise.When printing at the rate of high printing, disorder may arise in printing or printingsound may become large. However, this is a phenomenon generated on thecharacter of the paper, and is not failure of the printer.■Thermal Paper Handling◆Store the thermal paper in a cool, dry, and dark place.◆Do not rub the paper with hard objects.◆Do not leave the paper near organic solvents.◆Do not allow plastic film, erasers, or adhesive tape to touch the paper for longperiods.◆Do not stack the thermal paper with diazo copies immediately after copying or wet-type copies.◆Do not use chemical glue.◆Always use the specified thermal paper. See Section 13, Optional units andConsumable Parts, for details.■Notations Used in this ManualThe following two types of notations are used throughout this Manual to denote itemsof caution and items to remember:HINT• Items To RememberThis box contains helpful hints to remember when using the printer.
- 15 -1. PREPARATIONOnce you have opened the carton, make sure it contains the printer and its User’sGuide. Printer functions and package contents differ depending on the printer model.The following are available as optional units:(1) AC cablesAC cables for an optional AC adapter and a battery charger are not containedin this carton. Purchase them.(2) AC adapter(3) Battery pack(4) Battery chargerQuickly-chargeable and collectively-chargeable chargers are available.(5) Interface cableUSB cable and serial cable are available.(6) Rain-proof coverThis cover meets level rain-resistant requirement for carrying.(7) Belt clip and strapThe belt clip allows you to attach the printer to your belt; and the strap allowsyou to put it on your shoulder.Keep the carton and packing materials safe for future transport or long-term storage.取扱説明書PrinterUser’s Guide (this document)
- 16 -2. NAMES OF PARTS(1) POWER buttonThe POWER button turns the printer ONor OFF. To power the printer on, holddown the POWER button until thePOWER lamp lights. To turn the printeroff, hold down the POWER button until thePOWER lamp goes off.(2) FEED buttonThe FEED button feeds the paper. Oncethis button has been pressed when usingthe marked paper, the paper is fed to thestart of the next paper.Once this button has been pressed whennot using the marked paper, the paper isfed slightly and gradually. Continuingpressing this button advances paperfeeding.(3) REPRINT buttonThe REPRINT button prints the previousprint again. A reprint is available when theREPRINT lamp lights.(4) POWER lampThe POWER lamp lights when the printeris turned on. See the Power Lamp Displayon the next page for details.(5) REPRINT lampThe REPRINT lamp lights when theprevious print is printed again.(6) Interface coverOpen the rubber cover to connect theinterface cable and the AC adapter, andinsert the connector.
- 17 -(7) Battery rubber coverMounts and secures the battery pack.Open the rubber cover to detach andattach the battery pack.(8) Battery release buttonRemoves the battery pack from theprinter.(9) Paper cover open leverOpens the paper cover to install the paper.(10) Paper outletPaper port equipped with a paper cutter. (11) Pincher unitInstalls paper. Paper with various widthcan be installed.(12) Paper guideChanges the right and left paper guidewidth depending on the paper widths.Changes the paper roll adapter for variouspaper roll diameters.(13) Paper guide lock leverChanges or locks the position of the leftand right paper guides.(14) Thermal headPrints characters on the paper. It reachesa high temperature just after printing.(15) Paper sensorDetects “no paper “and “eye-mark.”[POWER Lamp Display]The POWER LAMP display comes in three colors - - -green, red, and yellow.Lamp display POWER lampPower OFF OffPower ON (print ready) Green OnStandby status Dark Green OnCharging Yellow OnPower voltage failure Red OnNo paper, platen cover open Green blinksBattery voltage low Yellow blinksError Red blinks
- 18 -3. POWER CONNECTINGThe printer can be powered by either battery pack or AC adapter.■Attaching and Detaching the Battery PackThe battery pack should be fully charged. See Section 9, Charging the Battery Pack,for details on the charging method.Attaching the battery packOpen the battery cover and press the battery release lever with your fingers to the arrowdirection. Then, place the electrode side of the battery pack upward, and push thebattery pack into the battery cover. Release your fingers from the battery release leverto mount and lock the battery cover. The battery cover has lever pins on left and rightsides and a hook on the lower part. The printer has a projection for hooking the batterycover. After hooking the hook of the battery pack on the projection of the printer, pushthe lever pins into the printer while pressing both sides of the battery cover.
- 19 -Detaching the battery packPower the printer off.Remove the hook located on the lower part of the battery cover from the projection of theprinter and open the battery cover. When the battery release lever is released to thearrow direction, the battery pack is taken off due to its spring force.HINT• If the battery pack starts to run out soon, the battery life has expired.Purchase a new’s..• When the battery pack is used at low temperature, the usable operationperiod of the printer may be shortened.• Enabling auto-power off function allows the printer to be automatically turnedoff after set hours with no operation. This prevents unnecessary batteryconsumption.• Do not dispose of the disused battery pack yourself. Bring it to the nearestrecycle shop.
- 20 -■Connecting the AC Adapter (Optional Part)(1) Connect the AC cable to the AC adapter.(2) Open the interface cover and insert the DC jack of the AC adapter into the powerconnector of the printer.(3) Insert the AC plug of the AC cable into the electric outlet.(4) The printer turns on automatically.HINT• The AC adapter may be heated to some extent during operation. Thereis no problem.
- 21 -4. PAPER SETUPThis printer supports both thermal paper roll and thermal label roll. The printerfunction setting differs depending on paper you use. See Section 7, FunctionSettings, for details.■Mounting/Removing the Paper Roll AdapterThe printer supports paper roll whose internal diameter is a ∅8 mm, ∅12.0 mm, and∅25.4 mm. Mount the paper roll adapter according to the internal diameter of the paperroll to be used. Two types of paper roll adapters mounted on the printer prior to shippingare available.(1) When using the paper roll of a ∅8.0 mm internal diameter:Remove both paper roll adapters of a ∅12 mm and ∅25.4 mm internal diameters.Push the outer lever pin of the paper guide toward the inside to remove two types ofthe paper roll adapters.(2) When using the paper roll of a ∅12 mm internal diameter:Mount only the paper roll adapter of a ∅12 mm internal diameter.Secure the paper roll adapter to the guide via the lever pins of the adapter.Push the lever pin into the paper guide completely.(3) When using the paper roll of a ∅25.4 mm internal diameter:Mount both paper roll adapters of a ∅12.0 mm and ∅25.4 mm internal diameters.Assemble both paper roll adapters so that the projection and depression parts areengaged each other and secure both paper roll adapters to the paper guide in thesame manner as (2).
- 22 -■Installing Paper to the Pincher Unit(1) Press the paper cover open lever to the arrow direction and open the paper guide.(2) Widen the paper guide space while pressing the paper guide lock lever to the arrowdirection.(3) Position the control projection part of the paper guide (paper roll adapter) so that itcan be accommodated in the paper roll tube. Then, narrow the paper guide until thepaper guide touches the paper roll.(4) Release the paper guide lock lever to lock the paper guide.■Installing Paper(1) Pull out the paper so that paper end is fed out from the paper outlet port when thepaper cover is closed.(2) Close the paper cover while supporing the paper so that the paper does not deviateright and left. Close the paper cover tightly so that the paper does not float.(3) When using the marked paper, perform the paper print positioning after pressingFEED button once.
- 23 - HINT• The printer function setting for the marked paper is different from that fornon-marked paper.See Section7, Function Settings, for details.• This printer also supports the paper roll of max 58 mm external diameter.When the internal diameter of the paper roll is different from that of thepaper roll adapter, it is necessary to, reduce the external diameter of thepaper roll to protect it against its loose-fitting.• When using paper with an unspecified paper width, remove the paperpowder from the platen roller before use.See Section10, Print Head/Platen Roller Maintenance, for cleaning theplaten roller.• Using paper with an unspecified paper width for long periods of time mayaffect print quality due to wearing.
- 24 -5. Attaching and Detaching the Belt Clip and StrapThe belt clip is provided with the grooves to attach the strap. When using the strap, it isnecessary to attach the belt clip to the printer. ■Attaching and Detaching the Belt ClipAttach/Detach the belt clip using screws (3 positions).The belt clip is already attached to the printer prior to shipping.■Attaching and Detaching the Strap(1)Put the strap through the groove located on the left and right sides of the belt clip.(2)Put the strap through the clip protection ring by turning over. Then put the strapthrough the buckle in the same manner as another
- 25 -6. TEST PRINTINGAfter loading the printer with paper, proceed to test printing. During test printing, theprinter function setting data and character strings for testing are printed.(1)Make sure that the paper is loaded and the printer is off. If the paper is not loaded,load the paper as instructed in Section 4, Paper Setup, and turn the printer off.(2)Press the POWER and FEED buttons simultaneously. When the POWER lamplights, release the POWER button, then the FEED button.(3)Several dozens of lines are printed as follows:"Mobile Label Printer""MPU-L465 [Ver.*.**]"" **.***.****""Copyright (C) : SII""**************************"...(4)After test printing is completed, the printer goes into the STANDBY mode.
- 26 -7. FUNCTION SETTINGSThis printer allows for numerous function settings according to the operating conditionsand applications.The settings are saved in the software DIP switches (non-volatile memory) mounted onthe printer. The setting can be controlled by the buttons or commands.This manual describes how to set functions by using buttons.HINT• See the Technical Reference for details on function settings withcommands.■Function Setting ModeThe printer must be in the function setting mode to set functions with buttons.Follow steps (1) through (3) to enter the function setting mode:(1)Make sure that the paper is loaded and the printer is off. If the paper is not loaded,load the paper as described in Section 4, Paper Setup, and then turn the printer off.HINT• If an error occurs in the function setting mode, the POWER lamp blinks 3to 4 times and the power is turned off.(2)Press the POWER and REPRINT buttons sumultaneously. When the POWER lamplights, release the POWER button, then the REPRINT button.(3)If the message shown below is printed, press the FEED button.Select FunctionSetting Mode: FEED SWHEX Dump Mode: REPRINT SWHINT• If you press the REPRINT button, the printer enters the HEX Dump mode.This mode enables you to see the printer's transmission status. See theTechnical Reference for details.• If you do not press any button within 30 seconds after the message isprinted, the printer turns off.
- 27 -(4)If the message shown below is printed, press the FEED button.[SETTING MODE]Yes: FEED/No: REPRINTHINT• If you press the REPRINT button, the printer leaves the function settingmode and turns off.• If you do not press any button within 30 seconds after the message isprinted, the printer turns off.The printer is now in the function setting mode. You can set functions by pressingbuttons.
- 28 -■Changing SettingsIn the function setting mode, you can initialize or modify settings. To initialize thesettings to defaults, follow step (1) shown below. To change settings, follow step (2)shown below.(1) Initializing software DIP switch settings1. When the message shown below is printed in the function setting mode, press theFEED button.Load Default Setting?Yes: FEED/No: REPRINT2. When the message shown below is printed, the printer turns off. The settings areset to defaults. Initialization is completed.Default Setting Saved.Setting Mode Finished.(2) Changing software DIP switch settingsWhen the message shown below is printed in the function setting mode, press theREPRINT button.Load Default Setting?Yes: FEED/No: REPRINT HINT• When the REPRINT or FEED button is pressed in the function settingmode, the POWER lamp blinks once. Verify that the POWER lampblinks.
- 29 -Operation 1: Transmission selectionWhen the FEED button is pressed in the status where the following message isprinted, the printer moves to the transmissions selection mode. WhenREPRINT button is pressed, the printer moves to the paper selection modewithout changing the setting.DIP Switch setting mode.I/F=******** Change Setting?Yes: FEED/No: REPRINT(1) Input bit7 (MSB) through bit0 (LSB) in sequential order in the status where thefollowing message is printed.Input 8 bits.1: FEED/0: REPRINTWhen input [1] : Press FEED button.When input [0] : Press REPRINT button.For example, when setting “10101110,” continuously press the FEED,REPRINT, FEED, REPRINT, FED, FEED, FEED, and REPRINT buttons inorder.(2) When the FEED or REPRINT button is pressed eight times (for 8 bits), theprinter outputs the following message.I/F=******** Save Setting?Yes: FEED/No: REPRINTWhen the FEED button is pressed, the printer outputs the following messageand the setting is saved.I/F Setting=******** Saved.When the REPRINT button is pressed instead of the FEED button, the printeroutputs the following message and the setting is not changed.I/F Setting Not Changed.HINT• "********" shows a DIP switch setting. The left side digit shows the MSB(bit7) and the right side digit shows the LSB (bit0).
- 30 -Operation 2: Paper selectionWhen the FEED button is pressed in the startus where the following messageis printed, the printer moves to the paper selection mode. When the REPRINTbutton is pressed, the printer moves to the function selection mode withoutchanging the setting.DIP Switch setting mode.Paper=******** Change Setting?Yes: FEED/No: REPRINT(1) Input bit7 (MSB) through bit0 (LSB) in order in the status where the followingmessage is printed.Input 8 bits.1: FEED/0: REPRINTWhen input [1] : Press FEED button.When input [0] : Press REPRINT button.For example, when setting “10101110,” continuously press the FEED,REPRINT, FEED, REPRINT, FED, FEED, FEED, and REPRINT in order.(2) When the FEED or REPRINT button is pressed eight times (for 8 bits), theprinter outputs the following message.Paper=******** Save Setting?Yes: FEED/No: REPRINTWhen FEED button is pressed, the printer outputs the following message andthe setting is saved.Paper Setting=******** Saved.When the REPRINT button is pressed instead of FEED button, the printeroutputs the following message and the setting is not changed.Paper Setting Not Changed.HINT• "********" shows a DIP switch setting. The left side digit shows the MSB(bit7) and the right side digit shows the LSB (bit0).
- 31 -Operation 3: Exit function setting modeIf you press the FEED button when the message shown below is printed, you can return to operation (1) and set DIP switch 1 again.DIP Switch setting mode.Continue: Feed SW/Quit: Power SWIf you press the REPRINT button, the message shown below is printed. Theprinter leaves the function setting mode and turns off. The function setting isnow completed.Setting Mode Finished.HINT• You can confirm the settings by performing test printing after the functionsetting.
- 32 -■Software DIP Switch Setting List: Factory settingsDIP switch 1Posi-tion Function SettingBit7 Not used 1Bit6 1 Even 0 OddBit5 Parity 1No 0 YesBit4 Flow control 1Hardware 0Bit3 1 1 0 0Bit2 Baud rate 1115200 057600 138400 019200Bit1 1 1 0 0Bit0Transmissionselection 1AUTO 0Bluetooth 1USB 0Serial* If a setting pattern not listed in the table is used, the baud rate is 9600 bps.HINT• When “AUTO” is selected for transmission selection,the printerrecognizes and selects the connected transmission method.Depending upon the host computer, the transmission method may not berecognized by the printer.In this case, manually set the transmission method to be used.• When “AUTO” is selected for transmission selection, serial transmissionis recognized by DSR signal of the host computer.Accordingly, serial transmission of the host computer which does not usethe DSR signal cannot be recognized automatically.In this case, manually set the transmission method to be used.
- 33 -Paper selection DIP switchPosi-tion Function SettingBit7 Marked 1 Normal paper 0 Marked paperBit6 Print speed 1 High speed 0 High qualityBit5 11110000Bit4 11001100Bit3Printdensity 1No0No1120%0110%1100%090%180%070%Bit2Bit1Bit0Paper type See the following table.Paper typeBit2 Bit1 Bit0 Paper type1 1 1 Reserved1 1 0 Reserved1 0 1 Reserved1 0 0 Reserved0 1 1 Reserved0 1 0 KL470-ST950 0 1 TL69KS-HD75000AFP235
- 34 -8. CONNECTING TO THE HOST COMPUTERThe printer supports serial and USB transmissions via an interface cable. TheBluetooth-mounted printer supports Bluetooth (Ver.1.1, Serial port profile)-compliantwireless transmission.The printer function setting differs depending upon a transmission method to be used.See Section7, Function Settings, for details.An interface cable is needed for serial or USB transmission. An interface cable that fitsinto the host computer must be selected. See Section 12, Specifications, for details ofinterface specifications.■Serial/USB Transmission via an Interface CableFollow the steps shown below:(1) Turn the printer off.(2) Select a transmission method to be used. See Section 7, Function Settings, fordetails.(3) Open the interface connector cover and connect the interface cable.The interface cable connector for serial transmission has a lock. Push theconnector in until the connector is locked.(4)Power the printer on and send data from the host computer to the printer.(5)Verify that the data is correctly printed.(6)The interface cable connector for serial transmission has a lock. To disconnect thecable, pull it out, while holding the connector hook.
- 35 -■ Bluetooth-based Wireless Transmission (Bluetooth-mountedPrinter)(1) Power the printer off.(2) Select a transmission method to be used. See Section 7, Function Settings, fordetails.(3) Power the printer on and send data from the host computer to the printer.(4) Verify that the data is correctly printed.HINT• The maximum distance of transmission is approx. 10 m.The maximum distance of transmission may differ depending upon theradio interference and environment.WARNING♦ The printer may affect medical devices and electronic devices. Obtaininformation and data concerning influence due to radio interferencefrom manufacturers or dealers.♦ When using the printer in medical institutions, follow their instructions.♦ Do not use the printer in an air plane for safety.♦ Do not use the printer in the area or district where its use is probibited.CertificationThis printer is certified as specified wireless equipment that complies withtechnical standard for 2.4 GHz band power saving data transmission systempursuant to the Radio Law.Do not perform the following act. If not, you may be punished according to thelaw.• To disassemble or remodel the printer.• To unglue the evidence seal from the printer.
- 36 -9. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACKImmediately after purchasing or leaving the printer unused status for long periods oftime, charge the battery pack before use.The battery pack is charged prior to shipping, and provides power enough to check theprinter operation. To use the printer for long periods of time, fully charge the batterypack.This battery pack does not need to be used up or discharged before charging.The battery pack can be charged when it is installed in the printer connected with an ACadapter. The battery pack can also be charged by a dedicated battery charger.■Charging the Battery Pack in the PrinterAn AC adapter and an AC cable are needed to charge the battery pack in the printer.(1)Remove the interface cable from the connector and turn the printer off.(2)Install the battery pack in the printer.(3)Connect the AC adapter to the printer.(4)Connect the AC cable to the AC adapter and insert the AC plug of the AC cable into awall outlet.(5)The printer turns on automatically and starts charging the battery.(6)The POWER lamp will continue to light yellow while charging. When charging iscompleted, the POWER lamp lights green. The charging time depends on theambient temperature and the voltage level of the battery pack.HINT• The printer cannot print or receive data while it is charging the batterypack. For best results, you can purchase a dedicated battery charger oranother battery pack.• To stop charging, press the POWER button. The printer will turn off. Torecharge the battery pack,,power the printer on.
- 37 -■Charging by a Dedicated Battery Charger (Optional Unit)The following two types of dedicated battery chargers are available:• Battery charger for only one pack.• Battery charger for 5 packs.Follow the steps shown below to charge the battery pack:(1)Connect the AC cable to the battery charger.(2)Put the AC cable plug into the inlet.(3)Mount the battery pack on the battery chargerso that the electrodes of the battery pack arealigned with the metallic terminals of the batterycharger.(4)The CHARGE lamp on the battery chargerlights red to start charging.(5)The CHARGE lamp changes to green at fullcharge.(6)Remove the battery pack after charging iscompleted.(7)Unplug the AC cable from the inlet.CHARGE lamp (Recharge status indication)Battery status CHARGE lampNot connected OffDuring charging Red onRecharge completion Green onError Red blinksHINT• If the CHARGE lamp does not light for a few minutes during charging, thebattery pack is out of order.Stop using the battery pack.• If an error is detected in the battery pack, the CHARGE lamp blinks.Replace the battery pack with a new’s.• The battery pack and battery charger may be heated to a very slightextent during charging. There is no problem.
- 38 -10.THERMAL HEAD/PLATEN ROLLER MAINTENANCEIf paper dust accumulates, wipe and clean the thermal printhead as well as the platenroller to ensure the maximum print quality for long periods of time.■Cleaning the Thermal Printhead and the Platen Roller(1)Power the printer off.(2)Open the paper cover.(3)Wipe gently the thermal printhead with a cotton swab that has been dampened with asmall amount of ethyl alcohol.(4)Close the paper cover after verifying that ethyl alcohol remaining on the printheadand the platen roller disappears into thin air.
- 39 -11.TROUBLESHOOTINGPlease check the following points before asking for repair.■Power does not turn on:• Make sure the recommended AC adapter or battery pack is used.• Make sure the AC cable and AC adapter are correctly connected.• Make sure the AC adapter is correctly connected to the printer.• Make sure the battery pack is fully charged.■Printer does not print:• Make sure the interface cable is correctly connected.• Make sure the interface cable that meets the Interface Specifications listed on page28 is used.• Make sure the transmission conditions for the printer and the host computer arecorrect.• Make sure the recommended paper is used and the paper orientation (top/bottom) iscorrect.■POWER lamp blinks:• See the Lamp Display on page 14.■Battery pack is not installed:• Make sure the battery pack is correctly aligned. • Make sure the correct battery pack is used.■Battery runs out soon after charging:• Make sure the battery has been correctly charged.• If the battery does not recover to its full charge, it is almost dead. Replace it with anew one.
- 40 -12.SPECIFICATIONS■Printer SpecificationsItem SpecificationPrinting method ThermalPrint speed 85 mm/s maximumDots available 1280 dotsDot density 300 dpiPaper type Paper rollPaper width 70 to 115mmExternal diameter Max.φ58 mmInterface USB Ver.1.1RS-232CBluetooth Ver.1.1 SPP*1Operating temperature -20°C to 50°CRelative humidity 10% to 85% (no condensation)Character size(H × W) Standard size:36 dots × 18 dots/24 dots × 12 dots(H × W) Kanji size:36 dots × 36 dots/24 dots × 24 dotsDimensions (W × D × H)168 × 155 × 87 mm*2Weight Approx. 800 g*1 Only bluetooth model*2 Excluding projections*3 Excluding paper■Battery Pack (BP-L0718-A1)Specifications (Optional unit)Item SpecificationBattery Lithium ionRated voltage 7.4 VDCRated capacity 1800 mAhOperating temperature range:-20°C to 50°C (discharge)0°C to 35°C (charge)Weight Approx.99 g■AC Adapter (PW-0904-W1)Specifications (Optional unit)Item SpecificationInput voltage 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 HzOutput capacity 9.3 VDC, 4AOperating temperature 0°C to 40°Crelated humidity 20 % to 85 %(no condensation)Dimensions (W × D × H)110 × 62 × 31mm*1Weight Approx. 300g*1*1 Excluding power cable■Battery Charger (PWC-L07A1-W1)Specifications (Optional unit)Item SpecificationInput voltage 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 HzOu ut capacity DC8.4V,1.0ASpecified battery BP-L0718-A1Operating temperature 0°C to 35°CCrelated humidity 20 % to 85 %(no condensation)Dimensions (W × D × H)70× 120 × 41mm*1Weight Approx. 140g*1*1 Excluding power cable
- 41 -13. OPTIONAL UNITS AND CONSUMABLES■Optional unitsName ModelBattery pack BP-L0718-A1AC adapter PW-3009-W1Battery charger PWC-L07A1-W1AC cable*1for Japan: CB-JP01-18Afor USA CB-US01-18Afor Europe CB-CE01-18ABelt clip BLT-A01-1Strap STR-A01-1Rain-proof cover CVR-A01-1Serial cable IFC-S01-1USB cable IFC-U01-1*1 The shape of the power outlet differs fromcountry to country. Please confirm it beforeuse.The AC cable can be used both for the ACadapter and dedicated battery charger■PaperName Model (Manufacturer)Normal paper AFP235(MITSUBISHI PAPER)Label paper TL69KS-HD75(JAPAN PAPER)Label paper KL470-ST95(KSP (KANZAKI))If the recommended paper is not used, theprint quality or the thermal head life maybe out of specifications.
Seiko Instruments Inc. 8, Nakase 1-chome, Mihama-ku Chiba-shi, Chiba 261-8507, Japan PT Sales Section Telephone:+81-43-211-1219 Facsimile:+81-43-211-8037 Seiko Instruments USA Inc. Micro Printer Div. 2990 W. Lomita Blvd., Torrance CA 90505, USA Telephone:+1-310-517-7778 Facsimile:+1-310-517-8154 Seiko Instruments GmbH Siemensstrasse 9b D-63263 Neu-lsenburg, Germany Telephone:+49-6102-297-0 Facsimile:+49-6102-297-116 Seiko Instruments (H.K.) Ltd. 4-5/F, Wyler Centre 2,200 Tai Lin Pai Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Kowloon, Hong Kong Telephone:+852-2421-8611 Facsimile:+852-2480-5479 Seiko Instruments Taiwan Inc. 4F, No.40, Sec. 2, Min-Chuan E.Rd,.Taipei 104, Taiwan, R.O.C. Telephone:+886-2-563-5001 Facsimile:+886-2-521-9519 Seiko Instruments Singapore Pte. Ltd. 2, Marsiling Lane Singapore 739144 Telephone:+65-269-1370 Facsimile:+65-269-9729 (Specifications are subject to change without notice.)

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