Toshiba B-415 manual

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    TEC Portable Printer B-415 SERIES Owner ’ s Manual Copyright © 2003 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION All Rights Reserved 570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN Table of Contents[...]

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    Copyright © 2003 by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION All Rights Reserved 570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN ■ For AU EMC 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 agains[...]

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    (i) Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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 Bluetoo[...]

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    (ii) Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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,[...]

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    (iii) Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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 be[...]

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    (iv) Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 CAUTION • 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. • During lightening, turn off and keep away from the machine because of danger of electric shock and machine failure.[...]

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    CAUTION: 1. This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of TOSHIBA TEC. 2. The contents of this manual may be changed without notification. 3. Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual. ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1[...]

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    E1-1 1. INTRODUCTION ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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 ab[...]

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    E2-1 2. SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 Item Description Dimensions GH24/GH34 model: 180 mm (W) x 111 mm (H) x 57 mm (D) GH25 model: 170 mm (W) x 111 mm (H) x 57 mm (D) Weight Approximate 800 g (Including a battery) Operating temperature -5°C ~ 50°C Operating humidity 25%~ 85% RH (No condensation) Issue mode Batch mode/Strip mode Print h[...]

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    E2-2 2. SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 NOTE: This printer requires an exclusive printer cable. When purchasing it, please contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative. Item Description Baud rate 9600 bps Protocol XON/XOFF, 8 bit data, Even parity, Stop bit = 1 bit Signals TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS 2.3 Serial Interface (RS-232C) (for GH24 a[...]

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    E2-3 2. SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 2.6 External DC Input 2.7 Battery 2.6 External DC Input Item Description Conditions Input voltage: DC9V ± 5% Input current: Max. 8A Connector specification Printer side: TCP7361-11-0201 Adapter side: TCS7361-01 Connector pin arrangement Pin1: DC9V, Pin2: GND, Pin3: NC Item Description Battery Lithiu[...]

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    E2-4 2. SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 2.9 Media 2.9 Media Label Receipt/Linerless Media type Label Receipt Linerless Item Batch Strip Without black mark With black mark With black mark A: Label/Receipt Pitch 10 ~ 400 13 ~ 71.5 --- 10 ~ 400 10 ~ 400 B: Label/Receipt length 7 ~ 390 10 ~ 63.5 --- 7 ~ 390 7 ~ 390 C: Width including backing p[...]

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    E3-1 3. APPEARANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 3. APPEARANCE 3.1 Front/Rear Vie w Front View Rear View 3.1 Front/Rear View TOSHIBA TEC CORPORA TION Shoulder Strap Holder AC Adapter Terminal (Inlet) Power Switch Media Cover Media Cover Release Catch Status Indicator 000 PRINT BATTERY ERROR Battery Cover IrDA Interface window Feed Button Fig. 3-1 Fig. [...]

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    E4-1 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY 4. LO ADING AND REMO VING THE B A TTER Y 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 batt[...]

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    E4-2 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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 neces- sary. Part Name Lithium Ion[...]

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    E4-3 4. LOADING AND REMOVING THE BATTERY ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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. Bat- tery operating time, however, may d[...]

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    E6-1 6. SET UP PROCEDURE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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[...]

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    E7-1 7. LOADING THE LABEL ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 7. LOADING THE LABEL 7.1 How to Load the Liner Backed Label Roll 1 1 2 3 Media Cover Media Cover Release Catch Media Cover Release Catch Strip Cover Fig. 7-1 4. Fully raise up the release lever, and then slide the paper guide (R) to the right. Fig. 7-2 Release Lever Paper Guide (R) NOTES: 1. In th[...]

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    E7-2 7. LOADING THE LABEL ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 5. Load the liner backed label roll as Fig.7-3 shows. 6. 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 s[...]

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    E7-3 7. LOADING THE LABEL ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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. Fig. 7-6 9. When printing in strip issue mode, pu[...]

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    E7-4 7. LOADING THE LABEL ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 7.2 How to Load the Linerless Label Roll 3. Attach the linerless adapters to the paper guides. Fig. 7-8 Paper Guide Linerless Adapter Paper Guide 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, [...]

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    ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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. Be [...]

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    ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT Fig. 8-2 9. SELF-DIA GNOSTIC TEST PRINT 1. Turn the power on while pressing the [FEED] button. Three LED lamps lig[...]

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    ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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. E9-2 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT 9. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRINT[...]

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    E10-1 10. CARE/HANDLING OF THE MEDIA ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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[...]

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    E11-1 11. GENERAL MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 Fig. 11-2 11.1 Cleaning 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. Turn off the printer. 2. Open the media [...]

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    E11-2 11. GENERAL MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 1 1. 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. 11.2 Covers and Operation Panel CAUTIONS: 1. D[...]

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    E12-1 12. LED DISPLAY AND TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 Close the cover Close the cover after installing a label. Close the cover after installing a label. Close the cover (See NOTE) Stop issuing labels for a while. (See NOTE) (See NOTE) Replace the battery, or charge the battery. Close the cover Close the cover after installing a label[...]

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    E13-1 13. ERROR PROCESS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33014 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[...]

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    PRINTED IN JAPAN EO1-33014B E[...]