DCS MB200 Manuale utente
PN 9001126A
MB200
Direct Thermal Printer
OPERATOR MANUAL
SATO America, Inc.
10350A Nations Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28273
Main Phone: (704) 644-1650
Technical Support Hotline: (704) 644-1660
Technical Support Fax: (707) 644-1662
E-Mail: satosale[email protected]
www.satoamerica.com
© Copyright 2003
SATO America, Inc.
All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or issued to third parties in any form
whatsoever without the express permission of SATO America, Inc. The materials in this document is
provided for general information and is subject to change without notice. SATO America, Inc. assumes no
responsibilities for any errors that may appear.
Warning: This equipment complies with the requirements in Part 15 of FCC rules for a Class B computing
device. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause unacceptable interference to radio
and TV reception requiring the operator to take whatever steps are necessary to correct the interference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
General Description 1-2
Theory Of Operation 1-2
Switches And Indicators 1-3
Connection Ports 1-3
TECHNICAL DATA
Physical Characteristics 2-1
Power 2-1
Enviromental 2-1
Print 2-1
Media 2-1
Sensing 2-2
Interface Modules 2-2
Processing 2-2
Character Font Capabilities 2-2
Barcode Capabilities 2-2
Regulatory Approvals 2-3
INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS
Interface Types 3-1
Factory Defaults 3-1
Interface Configuration 3-1
RS232 Serial Interface 3-2
TTL Interface 3-3
Infrared Data (IrDA) Interface 3-4
ACK/NAK Protocol 3-5
Receive Buffer 3-6
CONFIGURATION
Dip Switch Complex DSW1 4-2
Dip Switch Complex DSW2 4-3
Dip Switch Complex DSW3 4-3
Configuration Modes 4-4
Normal Mode 4-5
Sleep Mode 4-6
Auto Power Off Mode 4-7
Dispenser Mode 4-8
User Test Print Mode 4-9
Default Settings Mode 4-10
Hex Dump Mode 4-11
Factory Clear Mode 4-12
Font Download Mode 4-13
Program Download Mode 4-15
TROUBLESHOOTING
Error Signals 5-1
Troubleshooting Table 5-1
RS232 Serial Interface Troubleshooting 5-2
Diagnostic Label Printing 5-3
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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning 6-1
Platen Roller 6-3
Drive Motor 6-4
Drive Gear 6-6
Feed Roller 6-7
Main Circuit Board 6-8
IrDA Sensor 6-10
Gap Sensor 6-11
Eye-Mark Sensor 6-13
Head-Open Switch 6-15
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
Position Adjustments 7-1
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INTRODUCTION
This manual is laid out consistent with the product discussed and provides all of the information
required for general printer configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance. For specialized
programming, refer to the Programming Manual located on the utility CD-ROM.
Step-by-step maintenance instructions are provided with typical problems and solutions. It is
recommended that you become familiar with each section before installing and maintaining the
printer.
This manual also incorporates the use of special information boxes. Examples of these boxes
and the type of information provided in each, are below.
A comprehensive Table Of Contents provided at the front of this manual facilitates rapid
movement within. The contents identify the different unit sections and their respective sub-
sections. Each references the page number of their commencement.
The pages of this manual has embedded headers and footer to assist the user in identifying his
or her exact position within the manual. The header provides the section number followed by its
name. The footer identifies the product on the left, the manual’s part number in the center, and
the page number to the right side of the page.
Page inumeration is two-part with each separated by a hyphen. The first character set references
the section number and the second identifies the page number. Page numbers begin with the
numeral (1) one at the commencement of a new section and ascends sequentially.
WARNING: PROVIDES INFORMATION THAT, IF UNHEEDED, MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CAUTION: PROVIDES INFORMATION THAT, IF UNHEEDED, MAY
RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
NOTE: Provides helpful hints to assist in performing the tasks at hand.
Unit 1: Introduction
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The MB400 is a compact, transportable printer designed for frequent, but intermittant use. Its
direct thermal print head not only allows high performance two-color printing, but also clear
barcode printing. It can also enlarge and print various types of fonts and Kanji characters in a free
layout.
Its ABS housing with protective rubber boots provide a durable, impact-resistant product. Over-
sized control buttons and shoulder strap ensures ease of use during transport. An intergrated
dispenser enables application of labels upon print. Rechargeable battery packs and a DC power
transformer ensures operation anywhere, under any conditions. An automatic power off function
turns the printer off after the last print.
Figure 1-1a, Primary Features & Components
Figure 1-1b, Primary Features & Components
Power switch
Interface cover
Interface connector (RS-232C)
Cover Open/
Close lever
Cutter
Label exit
Front cover
Dispenser unit
Dispense /
Continuous
switch lever
Protective case
Belt hook
DC input jack cap
DC input jack
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SWITCHES AND INDICATORS
The table below identifies and defines printer switches and indicators for operator interface. The
accompanying graphics display their locations and appearance
CONNECTION PORTS
These ports are externally accessable and permit connection of the accessories and
attachments necessary for printer programming and operation. Not listed here, are the
connection ports of circuit boards not externally accessable.
SWITCHES
Power Button Two position on/off switch that controls power flow to the system.
Print Button Two position on/off button that activates and deactivates print action.
Feed Button Two position on/off button that activates and deactivates feed action.
INDICATORS
Status LED Indicates the systems’ operational status.
DIP SWITCHES
1-1, 1-3 Interface settings.
1-2 Reserved.
1-4 Auto Feed function.
1-5 Head Check function.
1-6, 1-7, 1-8 Factory Clear and Error Message assignment.
POTENTIOMETERS
VR1 Eye-Mark Sensor adjustment.
VR2 Gap Sensor adjustment.
VR3 Print Position adjustment.
VR4 Print Darkness adjustment.
CONNECTION PORTS
DC Supply Port Connector permits 115V, 50/60 Hz supply via supplied cord.
Test Terminal For connecting the TP Test Module.
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Figure 1-1c, Primary Features & Components
Label guide (Left)
Battery cover
Label guide (Right)
Label width scale
Status
indicator
(LED)
Print key
Feed key
IrDA filter
IrDA angle lever
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TECHNICAL DATA
All technical data deemed pertinent has been tabulated below for quick reference. Find the
relative section header and then locate the specific type of technical data in the left column.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Width 3.94 Inches (100 mm)
Height 2.93 Inches (74.5 mm)
Depth 5.04 Inches (128 mm)
Weight .948 Pounds (430 g)
POWER
Adapter Voltage Autoswitching 100-240 VAC, 60 Hz
Battery Supply Pack Type Lithium Ion Battery 1500mAh, 7.2v
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature 41° to 104°Farenheit (5° to 40°C)
Storage Temperature 23° to 113°Farenheit (-5° to 45°C)
Storage Humidity 20 to 80% Non-Condensing
Operating Humidity 20 to 80% Non-Condensing
PRINT
Type Direct Thermal
Speed 2.46 Inches Per Second (62.5 mm/s)
Resolution 203 Dots Per Inch (8 d/mm)
Maximum Print Width 1.9 Inches (48 mm)
Maximum Print Length 6.3 Inches (160 mm)
MEDIA
Type Super Sensitive, Techno, Synthetic, 2-Color, Journal, Linerless
Minimum Width 1.1 Inches (28 mm)
Maximum Length 6.4 Inches (163 mm)
Maximum Width 2.3 Inches (58 mm)
Type Roll (Face out)
Maximum Caliper 0.007 Inches (0.18 mm)
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Maximum Roll Diameter 2.3 Inches (58 mm)
Minimum Core Diameter 1.04 Inches (26.5 mm)
INTERFACE MODULES
Serial Port RS232C/TTL (switchable)
Standard Infrared
Special RF
Special Wireless / 802.11B
PROCESSING
CPU 32 Bit RISC
FLash ROM 4 Mega-Bytes
SDRAM 16 Mega-Bytes
CHARACTER FONT CAPABILITIES
MATRIX FONTS
XB Font 48 dots W x 48 dots H
XS Font 17 dots W x 17 dots H (Universal Condensed Bold)
XM Font 24 dots W x 24 dots H (Universal Condensed Bold)
POP 80 dots W x 133 dots H
Kanji 16, 22, 24 dots W x 16, 22, 24 dots H
JIS 1 & 2 (optional)
BAR CODE CAPABILITIES
Linear Bar Codes
Two Dimensional
EAN-8, 13
CODABAR
Code 39, 93, 128
Interleaved 2, 5
UPC-A, .E
Codabar
PDF417
QR Code
Maxicode (optional)
Ratios 1:2, 1:3, 2:5, User definable bar widths
Bar Height 4 to 999 dots, User progammable
Rotation 0, 90, 180, 270 Degrees
Sequential Numbering Sequential numbering of both numerics and bar codes
Custom Characters RAM storage for special characters
Graphics Full dot addressable graphics
MEDIA
Indice
