TOSHIBA Thermal Printer B-SX6T/SX8T SERIES System Mode Manual Document No. EO13-33002 Original (Revised Mar.
EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. INTRODUCTION----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1- 1 1.1 1.2 Key Operation Flow ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1- 1 Operation Panel ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1- 2 2.
EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul 24, 2008) Page 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2-35 2.3.1 Feed Amount Fine Adjustment ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-37 2.3.2 Cut/Strip Position Fine Adjustment -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-38 2.3.
EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul 24, 2008) Page 2.9.8 2.9.9 2.9.10 2.9.11 2.9.12 2.9.13 2.9.14 2.9.
1. INTRODUCTION EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 1.1 Key Operation Flow 1. INTRODUCTION This document describes key operations using the keys and LCD display on the printer that you can operate on a printer alone. Key operations are performed in the following four printer setting modes: • Online mode where a pause, reset, automatic threshold setting, etc. are performed. • Download mode where a firmware downloading is performed.
1. INTRODUCTION EO13-33002 1.2 Operation Panel 1.2 Operation Panel The figure below illustrates the Operation Panel and key functions. LCD Message Display POWER LED (Green) ON LINE LED (Green) ERROR LED (Red) [FEED] key [RESTART] key [PAUSE] key The LCD Message Display is a 16-character x 2-line display, which shows messages in alphanumeric characters and symbols to indicate the printer’s status. . There are three LEDs on the Operation Panel.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2. SYSTEM MODE 2. SYSTEM MODE System mode consists of ten main menus: Self-diagnostic test, Parameter setting, Printer parameter fine adjustment, Test print, Sensor adjustment, RAM clear, IP address setting, Basic setting, and Factory mode. Each menu is used for the following purposes: • To check and print the system status, the Maintenance Counter, and the Print Head Element.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2. SYSTEM MODE Continued from the previous page. <8>BASIC [FEED] <10>RFID This is the start of the Basic Setting menu. → Section 2.8 [PAUSE] This is the start of the Factory Mode menu. [PAUSE] This is the RFID Module Setting menu. → Section 2.9 [RESTART] <9>FOR FACTORY [FEED] [PAUSE] [RESTART] [FEED] NOTES: 1. System Mode menu can be selected with the [RESTART] or [FEED] key. 2.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test Outline of Self-diagnostic Test In the Self-diagnostic test mode, the printer automatically checks and prints out the printer system information such as the sensor status or interface, and the maintenance counter. Also it performs a print head broken element check. The Self-diagnostic test contains the following sub menus: <1>DIAG. Vx.x [PAUSE] <1>DIAG. Vx.x PRT TYPE TRANSFR Selection of the printing mode. [PAUSE] <1>DIAG. Vx.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test 2.1.1 Printing Mode Selection While “PRT TYPE TRANSFR” is displayed on the LCD, press the [PAUSE] key. The type of printing mode can be selected: “TRANSFR” (Thermal transfer) or “DIRECT” (Thermal direct). After selecting the printing mode to be used, press the [PAUSE] key. [RESTART] [FEED] <1>DIAG. Vx.x PRT TYPE TRANSFR Thermal transfer: When transparent ribbon is used. <1>DIAG. Vx.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test 2.1.3 Maintenance Counter/Parameter Settings Print Out When “MAINTENANCE CONT” is displayed, the printer is ready to print out the Maintenance Counter/Parameter Settings. Press the [PAUSE] key to start. <1>DIAG. Vx.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (49) (50) (51) (52) (53) (54) (55) (56) (57) (58) (59) (60) (61) (62) (63) (64) STABILIZER AUTO CALIB.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test • Descriptions of the Maintenance Counter # Item (1) Total media distance covered (2) Media distance covered Count Condition Counts when the feed motor is driven to feed, print or issue media. Range 0.0 to 3200.0 km (Counted also during a reverse feed.) See NOTE 2. Destination printed on the same line indicates one selected for a 0.0 to 3200.0 km parameter clear. (3) Print distance Counts while printing.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test • Descriptions of the Parameters Item FEED CUT BACK TONE(T) TONE(D) RBN(FW) # (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) RBN(BK) (17) X ADJ.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test Item RIBBON # Description (32) Ribbon type selection PEEL OFF STATUS (33) FEED KEY (34) KANJI (35) EURO CODE AUTO HD CHK (36) (37) ACK/BUSY (38) WEB PRINTER (39) SENS POSI (40) INPUT PRIME (41) EX. I/O MODE (42) PLUG&PLAY (43) LBL/RBN END (44) PRE PEEL OFF BACK SPEED (45) (46) MAXI CODE SPEC. (47) PEEL OFF TRQ STABILIZER (48) (49) AUTO CALB.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test BASIC Item # Description (61) BASIC interpreter setting BASIC TRACE (62) BASIC interpreter trace setting DHCP (63) DHCP function setting DHCP ID (64) DHCP ID setting DHCP HOST NAME (65) DHCP host name RTC BATT.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test 2.1.4 Self-Diagnostic Test and Result Print Out When the Maintenance Counter/Parameter Settings is printed, the message returns to “<1>DIAG. Vx.x”. Press the [PAUSE] key twice. The Self-Diagnostic Test is ready. Press the [PAUSE] key to start. <1>DIAG. Vx.x AUTO DIAGNOSTIC The printer starts a self-diagnosis, and prints out the result. During printing, the message below appears on the display. <1>DIAG. Vx.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test • Descriptions (1) Program ROM Check (Model Name, Date, Version, Part number, Checksum) PROGRAM B-SX8T Program area Model name MAIN 15OCT2002 V1.0 A : 1A00 Main area Creation date Checksum Revision No.: Space or A to Z Software version No. BOOT 20SEP2002 V1.0: 8500 Boot area Creation date Software version No.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test (5) SDRAM Capacity SDRAM 16MB Capacity of DRAM System/drawing memory (6) Sensor 1 Check The status of the Strip Sensor, Ribbon Feed Motor Sensor, Ribbon Take-up Motor Sensor, Cutter Home Position Switch, Head Up Sensor, and Pinch Roller Sensor are printed. SENSOR1 00000000, 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 Pinch roller sensor status 1: The pinch roller is closed. Fixed to 0. NOTE: If either the pinch roller or the print head is opened, printing is not performed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test (7) Sensor 2 Check The status of the Print Head Thermistor, Ambient Temperature Thermistor, Black Mark Sensor, and Feed Gap Sensor, Print Head resistance rank, and print head resolution are printed. SENSOR2 [H]23°C [A]22°C [R]4.2V [T]2.5V Feed gap sensor status: 0.0 to 5.0V Black mark sensor status: 0.0 to 5.0V Ambient temperature thermistor status: 0°C to 86°C If it is undetectable, “--°C “ is printed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test (9) Manual Threshold Check M THRE. [R]5.0V [T]5.0V [RANK]1 305DPI Resolution of head installed Thermal head resistance rank: (See the table below.) Transmissive sensor manual threshold level: 0.0 to 5.0 V Reflective sensor manual threshold level: 0.0 to 5.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test (11) Internal Serial Interface Check EX.232C NG OK: The circuit has no problem. NG (Not good): The circuit has a problem or loopback jig is not attached. Internal Serial Interface Connect the jig like below to the serial interface connector and perform a loop back check. (12) SIO Interface check Result of optional serial interface check is printed. SIO NG NG DIN OK: The circuit has no problem.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.1 Self-diagnostic Test 2.1.5 Print Head Element Check This function is used to check for any broken thermal elements of the print head. If blurred print or missing dots occurs, this check helps you find whether the thermal elements are actually broken or the print head is just stained. Also, use this check just after a replacement of a print head to find an initial failure. When the Self-Diagnostic Test result is printed, the message returns to “<1>DIAG. Vx.x”.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2 Parameter Setting Outline of Parameter Setting In the Parameter Setting mode, various kinds of parameters, such as communication, key, LCD, etc. can be set. This will allow a use of the printer to comply with your operating conditions.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting How to Enter Parameter Setting Mode Turn on the printer while pressing the [FEED] and the [PAUSE] keys at the same time. Hold both keys until the “<1>DIAG. Vx.x” message appears. <1>DIAG. Vx.x Press the [FEED] key. The printer is at the start of the Parameter Setting menu. <2>PARAMETER SET 2.2.1 Character Code Selection This parameter is to choose a character code used for printing. Printed characters differ depending on a chosen character code and font.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.2 Character Zero Selection This parameter is to choose the way to indicate zero between “0” and “Ø”. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key twice. <2>PARAMETER SET ZERO FONT 0 Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. [RESTART] ZERO FONT 0 (Without slash) [FEED] ZERO FONT Ø (With slash) After selecting a character zero, press the [PAUSE] key. NOTE: The following fonts do not support a zero with slash.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.4 Data Length Selection This parameter is to choose a communication data length of the RS-232C interface. 7 bits is used when transmitting alphanumeric data only. 8 bits is used to when transmitting special characters. Be sure to match a setting with a host computer. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET DATA LENG. 8bits Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.6 Parity Selection This parameter is to choose the parity of the RS-232C interface. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET PARITY NONE Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. [RESTART] [FEED] PARITY EVEN PARITY ODD PARITY NONE After selecting the parity, press the [PAUSE] key. 2.2.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.8 LCD Language Selection This parameter is to choose a language in which the LCD message is displayed. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET LCD ENGLISH Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. ENGLISH [RESTART] ITALIAN JAPANESE SPANISH [FEED] DUTCH FRENCH GERMAN After selecting a language, press the [PAUSE] key. 2.2.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting NOTES: 1. If the printer is not used for a few days, the top edge of the media may become curly, which may cause a paper jam. The Auto Forward Wait Function prevents this problem since the media feed amount is increased so that the media stops past the platen. 2. When the Stop Position Fine Adjustment Value is set in + direction, the media will stop past the media outlet. When the value is set in – direction, the media will stop inside the media outlet. 3.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 3. The ribbon saving function is activated when there is a 20-mm or more non-print area in the media feed direction. 4. Ribbon saving is enabled up to 4 areas per media. 5. To use the ribbon saving function for more than one area in a label/tag, there should be at least an 8-mm print area between non-print areas where the ribbon saving is performed 2.2.12 Control Code Selection This parameter is to choose a Control Code.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting After setting the control code for Control Code 1, press the [PAUSE] key to show the CONTROL CODE2 screen. In a same manner, press the [PAUSE] key after setting the control code for Control Code 2 to display the CONTROL CODE3 screen. CONTROL CODE1 [PAUSE] CONTROL CODE2 [PAUSE] CONTROL CODE3 Press the [PAUSE] key after setting the control code for Control Code 3. 2.2.13 Ribbon Type Selection This parameter is to choose a ribbon type to be used.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.15 FEED Key Function Selection This parameter is to choose the function of the [FEED] key. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET FEED KEY FEED Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. [RESTART] FEED KEY FEED The [FEED] key will feed one media when pressed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.18 Auto Print Head Check Selection This parameter is to choose whether to perform the Auto Print Head Check function at the power on time. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET AUTO HD CHK OFF Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. [RESTART] [FEED] AUTO HD CHK OFF Auto print head broken element check is not performed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.20 Web Printer Function Selection This parameter is to choose whether to use the printer as a web printer. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET WEB PRINTER OFF Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. [RESTART] WEB PRINTER OFF Unavailable [FEED] WEB PRINTER ON Available After selecting the Web printer function, press the [PAUSE] key.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.22 Input Prime Selection This parameter is to choose whether to enable a reset operation when INIT signal is ON. Normally, when the printer receives a reset request signal (nInit signal) from the host via Centronics interface, the printer will be reset and turn to the idle state. When the INPUT PRIME parameter is set to OFF, the printer is reset but does not turn to idle.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.24 Plug & Play Selection This parameter is to choose whether to enable a Plug & Play function. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET PLUG & PLAY OFF Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting NOTE: Difference between TYPE 1 and TYPE 2 TYPE1: When a label end or ribbon end is detected, printing is immediately stopped. When the printing is restarted, first the initial feed is performed, and then the printer starts printing from the unfinished label.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.26 Pre-Strip Selection This parameter is to choose whether to activate the Pre-strip function. When this parameter is set to ON (Available), the top edge of a label is separated (pre-stripped) from the backing paper before the label is printed. This function is intended to make the strip issue easier in case the labels are hard to strip due to the label intensity, adhesive power, or the printing speed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.2 Parameter Setting 2.2.29 Strip Motor Torque Selection This parameter is to choose a strip motor torque. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <2>PARAMETER SET PEEL OFF TRQ R0 NOTE: This parameter is fixed to R0. Press the [PAUSE] key to skip. 2.2.30 Stabilizer Function Selection This parameter is to choose whether to use the stabilizer function. The stabilizer function reduces the sound of printing.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment Outline of Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment In the Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment mode, you can fine adjust each parameter, such as Print tone, Print start position, Threshold, etc. which are set by the PC command. This is useful when using several types of media by turns or when the print start position or cut/strip position is required to be fine adjusted.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment How to Enter Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment Mode Turn on the printer while pressing the [FEED] and [PAUSE] keys at the same time. Hold both keys until the “<1>DIAG. Vx.x” Message appears. <1>DIAG. Vx.x Press the [FEED] key twice. The printer is at the start of the Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment menu. <3>ADJUST SET NOTES: 1.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment 2.3.1 Print Start Position Fine Adjustment This parameter is to fine adjust a print start position after printing (= to fine adjust the feed amount to the next media’s print start position). When “<3>ADJUST SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key. <3>ADJUST SET FEED ADJ. +0.0mm Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. (Range: -50.0 mm to +50.0 mm) FEED ADJ.+50.0mm [RESTART] FEED ADJ.+49.9mm FEED ADJ.+0.1mm FEED ADJ.+0.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment 2.3.2 Cut/Strip Position Fine Adjustment This parameter is to fine adjust a cut or strip position. When “<3>ADJUST SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key twice. <3>ADJUST SET CUT ADJ. +0.0mm Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. (Range: -50.0 mm to +50.0 mm) CUT ADJ.+50.0mm [RESTART] CUT ADJ.+49.9mm CUT ADJ.+0.1mm CUT ADJ.+0.0mm CUT ADJ.-0.1mm [FEED] CUT ADJ.-49.1mm CUT ADJ.-50.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment [Handling of labels having the label pitch of less than 38 mm in cut issue mode] Method 1 Under the conditions described below, the printer performs as follows in cut issue mode. Head up → Forward feed to the cut position → Head down → Cut → Head up → Reverse feed to the home position → Head down Condition: When receiving the issue command, feed command, eject command label pitch: 38.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment (b) Operation example Issue count: 3, Cut interval: 1 Cut position Print head position A A B A A A A B B B B B A B C C C C C C (1) Idling (2) Printing Label A has been finished. (3) While Label B is being printed, the front gap of label A is cut off. (4) Printing Label B has been finished. (5) While Label C is being printed, the front gap of label B is cut off. Printing Label C has been finished.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment 2.3.3 Reverse Feed Amount Fine Adjustment This parameter is to fine adjust a reverse feed amount. When “<3>ADJUST SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <3>ADJUST SET BACK ADJ. +5.0mm Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. (Range: -9.9 mm to +9.9 mm) BACK ADJ.+9.9mm [RESTART] BACK ADJ.+9.8mm BACK ADJ.+0.1mm BACK ADJ.+0.0mm BACK ADJ.-0.1mm [FEED] BACK ADJ.-9.8mm BACK ADJ.-9.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment NOTES: 1. The fine adjustment value equals to the sum of the fine adjustment values set by the PC command and this parameter. The maximum reverse feed amount fine adjustment value is +9.9 mm. When the value reached the maximum, the value remains unchanged even if the subsequent fine adjustment is performed. 2.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment • Example of X Coordinate Fine Adjustment Feed Direction When setting –50.0 mm Compared with “+0.0mm” position, the print position is shifted to the left. Top Down Printing X Y ABC When setting +0.0 mm Y Bottom First Printing 50.0mm X ABC When setting +50.0 mm Compared with “+0.0mm” position, the print position is shifted to the right. 50.0mm ABC NOTES: 1.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment 2.3.5 Print Tone Fine Adjustment (Thermal Transfer/Thermal Direct Print) This parameter is to fine adjust the Print Tone. When “<3>ADJUST SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears. <3>ADJUST SET TONE ADJ. +0 Print Tone for thermal transfer printing To fine adjust the print tone for thermal direct printing, press the [PAUSE] key again. <3>ADJUST SET TONE ADJ.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment 2.3.6 Ribbon Motor Voltage Fine Adjustment (Feed/Take-up Motor) This parameter is to fine adjust the Ribbon Motor Voltage (Torque). When the ribbon is slack or wrinkled and printing is affected, fine adjust the ribbon motor torque by using the following procedure. When “<3>ADJUST SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.3 Printer Parameter Fine Adjustment 2.3.7 Threshold Manual Fine Adjustment (Black Mark/Feed Gap Sensor) This parameter is to set a threshold voltage of the black mark sensor or feed gap sensor. When pre-printed media is used, and if the black mark sensor or feed gap sensor cannot properly detect a print start position even after an automatic threshold setting has been performed, set a threshold voltage here.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4 Test Print Outline of Test Print In the Test Print mode, you can print the test patterns and set print conditions for a test print. This is useful to check the print quality of new media or ribbon.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print How to Enter Test Print Mode While pressing the [FEED] and [PAUSE] keys at the same time, turn on the printer. Hold both keys until the “<1>DIAG. Vx.x” Message appears. <1>DIAG. Vx.x Press the [FEED] key 3 times. The Test Print is ready to be performed. <4>TEST PRINT NOTES: 1. When pressing the [FEED] and [RESTART] keys at the same time in the Test Print menu, the message returns to “<4>TEST PRINT”. 2. If holding the [FEED] or [RESTART] key for 0.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4.1 Specifying the Print Condition for the Test Print The print conditions for the Test Print should be specified before printing. When “<4>TEST PRINT” appears, press the [PAUSE] key. <4>TEST PRINT PRINT CONDITION To set the print conditions, press the [PAUSE] key. Issue Count Setting Select an issue count from a range of 1 to 5000.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print Sensor Type Selection Select a sensor type among “TRANS” (Feed Gap Sensor), “REFLECT” (Black Mark Sensor) and “NONE”. <4>TEST PRINT SENSOR TRANS. [RESTART] [FEED] SENSOR NONE None SENSOR REFLECT. Black Mark Sensor SENSOR TRANS. Feed Gap Sensor After selecting a sensor type, press the [PAUSE] key to go to Printing Mode Selection. NOTE: Select a sensor type which is proper for the media being used.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print Media Length Setting Select a label length for the test print from a range of 5 mm to 999 mm. <4>TEST PRINT LABEL LEN. 76mm [RESTART] [FEED] LABEL LEN. 999mm LABEL LEN. 5mm [FEED] key: Pressing the [FEED] key one time causes a –1 mm change, up to 5 mm. [RESTART] key: Pressing the [RESTART] key one time causes a +1 mm change, up to 999 mm. After selecting a media length, press the [PAUSE] key to go to Paper Feed Selection.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4.2 Test Print Pattern Selection Several print patterns are provided for test print. When “<4>TEST PRINT” appears after paper feed selection, press the [PAUSE] key. <4>TEST PRINT PRINT CONDITION Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4.3 Slant Line (1 dot) SLANT LINE(1DOT) Pressing the [PAUSE] key while SLANT LINE (1 DOT) is displayed causes the slant line patterns (1 dot) to be printed. Print Sample of Slant Line (1 dot) (Magnified view: Print ratio 16.7%) After printing is completed, the display returns to “<4>TEST PRINT”. Pressing the [PAUSE] key causes the display to show “SLANT LINE (1 DOT)” again. Then, press the [FEED] key to display “SLANT LINE (3 DOT)”.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4.4 Slant Line (3 dots) SLANT LINE(3DOT) Pressing the [PAUSE] key while SLANT LINE (3 DOT) is displayed causes the slant line patterns (3 dots) to be printed. Print Sample of Slant Line (3 dots) (Magnified view: Print ratio 16.7%) After printing is completed, the display returns to “<4>TEST PRINT”. Pressing the [PAUSE] key causes the display to show “SLANT LINE (3DOT)” again. Then, press the [FEED] key to display “CHARACTERS”.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4.5 Characters CHARACTERS Pressing the [PAUSE] key while CHARACTERS is displayed causes the characters to be printed. Print Sample of Characters After printing is completed, the display returns to “<4>TEST PRINT”. Pressing the [PAUSE] key causes the display to show “CHARACTERS” again. Then, press the [FEED] key to display “BARCODE”. 2.4.6 Barcode BARCODE Pressing the [PAUSE] key while BARCODE is displayed causes the bar codes to be printed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4.7 Non-Printing NON-PRINTING Pressing the [PAUSE] key while NON-PRINTING is displayed causes a blank media to be issued. NOTE: The Non-Printing function looks like a media feeding. Print Sample of Non-print After printing is completed, the display returns to “<4>TEST PRINT”. Pressing the [PAUSE] key causes the display to show “NON-PRINTING” again. Then, press the [FEED] key to display “FACTORY TEST”. 2.4.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.4 Test Print 2.4.9 Auto Print AUTO PRINT(TRAN) [FEED] Feed Gap Sensor is chosen. [RESTART] AUTO PRINT(REFL) Black Mark Sensor is chosen. Pressing the [PAUSE] key while AUTO PRINT (TRAN) or AUTO PRINT (REFL) is displayed causes the following automatic test print: (1) [PAUSE] key (2) [PAUSE] key (3) [PAUSE] key Feeds one media and prints slant lines (3 dots) on 5 pieces of media Prints bar codes on 5 pieces of media Prints characters on 5 pieces of media NOTES: 1.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.5 Sensor Adjustment 2.5 Sensor Adjustment Outline of the Sensor Adjustment In the Sensor Adjustment mode, the status of the sensors and thermistors is displayed. Also you can store media level voltage and media end level voltage for the Black Mark, Feed Gap, and Ribbon End Sensors. The Sensor Adjustment menu contains the following: <5>SENSOR ADJ. [PAUSE] <5>SENSOR ADJ. [H]28°C [A]28°C [PAUSE] <5>SENSOR ADJ. [REFLECT] 3.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.5 Sensor Adjustment How to Enter the Sensor Adjustment Mode While pressing the [FEED] and [PAUSE] keys at the same time, turn on the printer. Hold both keys until the “<1>DIAG. Vx.x” Message appears. <1>DIAG. Vx.x Press the [FEED] key 4 times. The printer is at the start of the Sensor Adjustment menu. <5>SENSOR ADJ. 2.5.1 Thermistor Status Display When “<5>SENSOR ADJ.” appears, press the [PAUSE] key to display the following. <5>SENSOR ADJ.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.5 Sensor Adjustment 2.5.3 Feed Gap Sensor Adjustment <5>SENSOR ADJ. [TRANS.] 2.3V Real-time status detected by the Feed Gap Sensor 0.0V to 5.0V Follow the procedure below to store a backing paper level voltage of the Feed Gap Sensor. (1) Place the backing paper (labels are removed) in the printer so that the Feed gap Sensor detects it. (2) Press and hold the [RESTART] or [FEED] key for more than 3 seconds. <5>SENSOR ADJ. [TRANS.] 4.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: May 22, 2007) 2.6 RAM Clear 2.6 RAM Clear Outline of RAM Clear In the RAM Clear mode, clearing the Maintenance Counter and initializing the Parameters are possible. After replacing the print head, ribbon motor, or platen, perform a maintenance clear. The RAM Clear menu contains the following: <6>RAM CLEAR [PAUSE] <6>RAM CLEAR NO RAM CLEAR [FEED] [RESTART] <6>RAM CLEAR MAINTE.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: May 22, 2007) 2.6 RAM Clear 2.6.1 RAM Clear Menu Selection When “<6>RAM CLEAR” appears, press the [PAUSE] key. Choose a RAM Clear menu among “No RAM Clear”, “Maintenance Counter Clear”, or “Parameter Clear”. [RESTART] NO RAM CLEAR RAM Clear is not performed. MAINTE.CNT CLEAR Clears the Maintenance Counter. PARAMETER CLEAR Clears the Parameter. [FEED] NOTES: 1. To exit the RAM clear menu selection, press the [FEED] and [RESTART] keys at the same.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: May 22, 2007) 2.6 RAM Clear When the Maintenance Counter Clear is completed, the following message appears. *** COMPLETE *** Turn off the printer to exit this mode. Initial values after clearing the maintenance counter (MANTE.
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2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.6 RAM Clear Item Initial Value Label pitch 76.2 mm Effective print length 74.2 mm Effective print width B-SX6T-TS12-QM-R 170.6 mm B-SX8T-TS12-QM-R 213.3 mm Printing mode Thermal transfer Sensor type Feed gap sensor Print speed 4”/sec. Issue mode Batch print PC save automatic calling ON Basic interpreter OFF: Unavailable Basic interpreter trace OFF: Unavailable DHCP function RFID module type NONE: No RFID kit is installed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.7 IP Address Setting 2.7 IP Address Setting Outline of the IP Address Setting In the IP Address Setting mode, you can set the IP Address, Gateway Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP, DHCP Client ID, and DHCP Host Name which are necessary for a network communication. Since each setting value is different depending on your operating environment.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.7 IP Address Setting When “<7>IP ADDRESS” appears, press the [PAUSE] key. Choose an IP Address menu among “Printer IP Address”, “Socket Port”, “Gateway IP Address”, “Subnet Mask”, or “DHCP”. [RESTART] PRINTER IP ADRES GATEWAY IP ADRES SUBNET MASK SOCKET PORT DHCP [FEED] DHCP CLIENT ID DHCP HOST NAME To enter each sub menu, press the [PAUSE] key. 2.7.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.7 IP Address Setting 2.7.2 Socket Port Setting To set a socket port number, follow the procedure below. SOCKET PORT [PAUSE] PORT OFF ----- [RESTART] or [FEED] PORT ON 08000 [PAUSE] PORT ON 08000 Enter a number for each digit of the port number with the [RESTART] or [FEED] key. PORT ON 08000 Enter the 5th digit of the port number with the [RESTART] or [FEED] key. Pressing the [PAUSE] key allows the 4th digit setting.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.7 IP Address Setting 2.7.4 DHCP Host Name Setting After DHPC client ID has been set, the DHCP host name setting menu is displayed. Press the [PAUSE] key and set the DHCP host name one byte by one byte. MODE ASCII DHCP HOST NAME [PAUSE] MODE ASCII Enter a character or a value for each of 1st byte to 16th byte sequentially using the [FEED] or [RESTART] key. [PAUSE] <7>IP ADDRESS NOTES: 1.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.8 BASIC Setting 2.8 BASIC Setting Outline of Basic Setting The Basic function enables the printer to operate with the program created for other printers, by converting it to Basic program and downloading this Basic program to the printer. Setting the downloaded Basic program to be enabled/disabled, browsing the program file, data file, and area file, etc. are available in this mode.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.8 BASIC Setting 2.8.1 Basic Specification Selection Mode This parameter is to choose whether to enable the BASIC specification function or not. When “<8>BASIC” appears, press the [PAUSE] key. BASIC ENABLE [PAUSE] [RESTART] or [FEED] BASIC ON BASIC OFF [PAUSE] FILE MAINTENANCE 2.8.2 Basic File Browser This parameter is to display the data files in the program file and basic file area. Using this function allows you to check the file names installed in the block.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 2.8 BASIC Setting 2.8.4 Basic Expansion Mode (Execution of Basic Program) This parameter is to execute the Basic expansion mode program. EXPAND MODE [PAUSE] <8>BASIC When the program for the Basic expansion mode has been downloaded, it will be executed by pressing the [PAUSE] key. The way of completion is different depending on the program. NOTE: In this mode, it is possible to add the program exlucisvely for the B-SX6T/SX8T to the programs for other printer systems.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9 RFID Module Setting Outline of the RFID Module Setting In the RFID Module Setting mode, you can set various parameters related to the RFID module. It is necessary to set these parameters before operating the RFID module. If a read or write error occurs frequently, adjust the values for the parameters.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 2.9 RFID Module Setting How to Enter RFID Module Setting Mode Turn on the printer while pressing the [FEED] and [PAUSE] keys at the same time. Hold both keys until the “<1>DIAG. Vx.x” Message appears. <1>DIAG. Vx.x Press the [RESTART] key or [FEED] key until “<10>RFID” appears. 2.9.1 RFID Read Test This parameter is to choose whether to perform an RFID read test.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 2.9 RFID Module Setting When the RFID module type is set to “NONE” or a communication cannot be established, a message, “NON RFID MODULE”, is displayed. “NO RFID MODULE”, “TIMEOUT” or “RFID READ ERROR” indicates an error. In that case, check the following: • In case of NO RFID MODULE - Connection failure of the antenna cable ⇒ Check the connection. - Connection failure of the interface cable ⇒ Check the connection.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.3 RFID Tag Type Selection This parameter is to choose an RFID tag type to be used. Available tag type is different depending on the RFID module type. When the RFID Module Type has been set to NONE <10>RFID TAG NONE Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option. TAG NONE [RESTART] [FEED] TAG EPC C1 Gen2 After selecting the RFID tag type to be used, press the [PAUSE] key.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.5 Maximum Number of RFID Issue Retries This parameter is to set the maximum number of times to issue an RFID tag. If the printer fails to issue an RFID tag, it prints an error pattern (“VOID”) and retries to issue the tag for up to a specified number of times. If the printer does not succeed even after having retried for the maximum number of times, the printer stops, resulting in an error (RFID WRITE ERROR).
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.6 Maximum Number of RFID Read Retries This parameter is to set the maximum number of times to read an RFID tag. If the printer does not succeed even if after having retried for the maximum number of times, the printer stops, resulting in an error (TIMEOUT). In case of frequent read errors, increase this retry count. However, when the retry count is increased, a data read may become slower.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.7 RFID Read Retry Time-out This parameter is to set the time-out for retry to read an RFID tag. If the printer does not succeed within the specified time-out, the printer stops, resulting in an error (TIMEOUT). In case of frequent read errors, increase the amount of time. However, when the amount of time is increased, a data read may become slower.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.8 Maximum Number of RFID Write Retries This parameter is to set the maximum number of times to write data onto an RFID tag. If the printer does not succeed even if after having retried for the maximum number of times, the printer stops, resulting in an error (RFID WRITE ERROR). In case of frequent write errors, increase this retry count. However, when the retry count is increased, writing data may become slower.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.9 RFID Write Retry Time-out This parameter is to set the time-out for retry to write data onto an RFID tag. If the printer does not succeed within the specified time-out, the printer stops, resulting in an error (TIMEOUT). In case of frequent read errors, increase the amount of time. However, when the amount of time is increased, a data read may become slower.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.10 RFID Adjustment for Retry If the printer fails to write data to an RFID tag, it feeds the RFID tag forward or backward for a specified length, then starts retrying to write data. If “0” is set for this parameter, however, a feed or a reverse feed of the RFID tag is not performed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.11 RFID Wireless Power Level Setting With this parameter, it is possible to adjust the level of radio frequency output from the RFID module. The optimum level differs depending on the tag types and module types. First, try issuing RFID tags with the default setting. If an error frequently occurs, adjust the output level. When “POWER LEVE” is displayed, press the [PAUSE] key. (Default is 18.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.13 RFID Module Q Value Setting This parameter is to set the Q value. In the case multiple RFID tags are read at the same time, this menu is useful to pinpoint a target tag. Set the Q value to “1” or greater (2 is recommended.) with the [FEED] or [RESTART] key. Q value “0” causes the tags to interfere with each other and disables proper data write.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.14 AGC Threshold for Data Write Setting This parameter is to set the AGC threshold for data write. When the Q value is set to 1 or greater, the AGC threshold for data write becomes effective. When the obtained gain of an RFID tag is lower than the AGC threshold for data write, a data write operation is not performed.
2. SYSTEM MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 2.9 RFID Module Setting 2.9.15 AGC Threshold Lower Limit for Retry Setting This parameter is to set an AGC threshold lower limit. When the Q value is set to 1 or greater, the AGC threshold lower limit for retry becomes effective. Even if a tag’s gain is lower than the AGC threshold for data write, a data write to the tag may be successful in a retry if the gain is greater than the lower limit.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3. ON LINE MODE 3. ON LINE MODE In the ON LINE mode, the following settings can be performed. • • • • • • • • • • Automatic threshold setting for the Feed Gap Sensor Automatic threshold setting for the Black Mark Sensor Reset Parameter settings (Same as Section 2.2.) Printer parameter fine adjustment (Same as Section 2.3.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3. ON LINE MODE LCD message and LED indication Symbols in the message 1: : The LED is illuminated. ~: The LED is flashing. z: The LED is unlit. 2: ****: the number of unprinted media. Up to 9999 (in pieces) 3: ###: Flash memory card remaining memory for PC save area: 0 to 3072 (in K bytes) 4: &&&&: Remaining flash memory capacity for storing writable characters 0 to 3072 (in K bytes) LED Indication No.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 3. ON LINE MODE LED Indication No. LCD Message POWER ON LINE Printer Status ERROR No No 100 Base LAN Board is being initialised. ----- ----- The DHCP client is being initialized. *When the DHCP function is enabled. The voltage of the Real Time Clock Battery is 1.9V or less. The printer did not succeed in writing data onto an RFID tag after having retried for a specified times. The printer cannot communicate with the RFID module.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.1 Automatic Threshold Setting 3.1 Automatic Threshold Setting Outline of Automatic Threshold Setting To maintain a constant print position the printer uses the media sensor to detect a print start position according to the difference of voltage between a print area and a gap or black mark. When the media is pre-printed, the darker (or more dense) inks can interfere with this process, causing “PAPER JAM” errors even if the media is not actually jammed.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.2 Reset Operation 3.2 Reset Operation A reset operation clears the print data sent from the host computer to the printer, and returns the printer to an idle condition. How to Perform a Reset Operation ON LINE B-SX8T Vx.x [PAUSE] PAUSE B-SX8T 52 Vx.x Press the [PAUSE] key to stop printing The number of remaining print count NOTE: When the [PAUSE] key is pressed during printing, the number of remaining print count is displayed.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 3.3 Dump Mode 3.3 Dump Mode In dump mode, data in the receive buffer are printed. Data are expressed in hexadecimal values. This operation allows the user to verify programming commands or debug the program. How to Perform a Dump Operation ON LINE B-SX8T Vx.x [PAUSE] PAUSE B-SX8T 52 Vx.x Press and hold the [RESTART] key for 3 seconds or longer. Press the [PAUSE] key to stop printing.
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3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.4 BASIC Expansion Mode 3.4 BASIC Expansion Mode It is possible to execute the BASIC expansion mode program in BASIC expansion mode under the following conditions: • The BASIC expansion mode program has already been loaded. • The BASIC enable setting mode is selected. The basic expansion mode ends when the basic expansion program is exited. How to Perform BASIC Expansion ON LINE B-SX8T Vx.x [PAUSE] PAUSE B-SX8T 52 Vx.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.5 Automatic Calibration Setting 3.5 Automatic Calibration Setting Whether to activate the automatic calibration at a power on time or not is selectable in the Automatic Calibration Mode. When the automatic calibration is activated, the printer feeds the media for about 160 mm each time the power is turned on or the Top Cover is opened, to detect a print start position. How to Choose an Automatic Calibration Setting ON LINE B-SX8T Vx.x [PAUSE] PAUSE B-SX8T 52 Vx.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.5 Automatic Calibration Setting 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. This function is available only when the media pitch is 10.0 mm to 150.0 mm. When a label end or head open error occurs during an automatic calibration, the printer stops, resulting in an error. During an automatic calibration, the ribbon motor is rotated. Even if the ribbon is not loaded, this function does not result in an error.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.6 LAN Enable/Disable Setting 3.6 LAN Enable/Disable Setting Whether to enable the LAN or not and whether to enable Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) or not are chosen by this menu. How to Enable/Disable the LAN ON LINE B-SX8T Vx.x [PAUSE] PAUSE B-SX8T 52 Vx.x Press and hold the [RESTART] key for 3 seconds or longer. Press the [PAUSE] key to stop printing.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.7 Real Time Clock (RTC) Setting 3.7 Real Time Clock (RTC) Setting This module holds the current time: year, month, day, hour, minute, second. How to perform the Real Time Clock Setting Turn on the printer. “ONLINE” will be displayed on the LCD. Power ON ON LINE B-SX8T Vx.x Press the [PAUSE] key to turn the printer to pause state.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.7 Real Time Clock (RTC) Setting (Continued from the previous page) [PAUSE] <8>RTC SET TIME H 00/00/00 Hour [PAUSE] <8>RTC SET TIME M 10/00/00 Pressing the [PAUSE] key enables setting the Hour. [FEED] [RESTART] Set the Hour with the [FEED] or [RESTART] key. Pressing the [PAUSE] key fixes the Hour and cause the cursor to move to the Minute. Minute [FEED] [RESTART] Set the Minute with the [FEED] or [RESTART] key.
3. ON LINE MODE EO13-33002 3.7 Real Time Clock (RTC) Setting 3. The factory setting for the low battery check function is OFF. 4. To enable the real time clock function, set the low battery check to ON. 5. When the low battery check is set to OFF, the RTC function is available even in a low battery state. However, the setting and check of the real time clock is required whenever the power is turned on. 6.
4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD EO13-33002 4.1 Outline of Features 4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD This section provides step-by-step instructions on how to setup and download the firmware to the printer. The firmware download will be made from a PC via the Centronics interface or RS-232C interface of the printer. NOTE: Some examples of the screen provided in this section may vary according to the program files to be downloaded. 4.
4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD EO13-33002 4.3 Firmware Download 4.2.2 Setup Setup Disk Make sure that you have all two diskettes available of the “B-SA series Download Program”. Installation Procedure (1) While running Windows 98, Windows 2000, or Windows XP, insert Setup Disk (1/2) into the PC floppy drive. (2) Click on the START button then highlight RUN and click on RUN. (3) When the RUN display appears, type in A:\SETUP and click on OK. (4) Install the Download Program by following the messages on the display.
4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD EO13-33002 4.3 Firmware Download 1. First, start the printer in download mode. Power off While pressing the [FEED], [PAUSE], and [RESTART] keys at the same time, turn on the printer. DOWNLOAD MODE [FEED] or [RESTART] DOWNLOAD MODE 2 Choose either mode. For the difference, refer to NOTE below. NOTE: Centronics interface ACK/BUSY timing is different between “DOWNLOAD MODE” and “DOWNLOAD MODE 2”.
4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD EO13-33002 4.3 Firmware Download 2. Turn on the PC power and start Windows. 3. Click on the START button to access the program menu. 4. Highlight “TOSHIBA TEC”, ”B-SA4T” and “Dwnld”, and click on “B-SA4T Downloader” to start up the download program. The main menu screen appears. 5. On the main menu screen, perform Default Device setting and Default Path setting in the following procedure. 1) Click on “Setting” on the upper left corner of the main menu screen.
4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD EO13-33002 4.3 Firmware Download 3) Click on the Search button on the above screen, and show the sub menu screen as shown below. Select a directory to be set as the default path. 4) Click on the Select button and then the OK button. The default path setting is completed. This setting will be effective when you start up Windows next time. 5) Select a device to be set as the default device, and then click on the OK button. The default device setting is completed.
4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD EO13-33002 4.3 Firmware Download 6. Select the drive directory in which the firmware file (*.ROM) is stored, and the file name to be downloaded. (File information will be shown on the right side of the screen.) Click on the RUN button. 7. When the following message screen appears, click on the Yes button to start the program download. To cancel a download, click on the No button.
4. PROGRAM DOWN LOAD EO13-33002 4.3 Firmware Download 8. While the printer is preparing for the downloading, part of the screen may be disordered. After approximately 15 seconds, the following screen will appear causing the firmware to be transferred. 9. After the firmware has been transferred to the printer successfully, the display returns to the main menu screen. DOWNLOAD MODE 10.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.1 System Requirement 5. RFID ANALYZE TOOL When an RFID module is installed, the printer will be able to write data on an RFID tag as well as print data on the surface of the RFID-tag embedded label. To properly issue RFID tags, it may be necessary to adjust the RFID tag position so that it stops just above the antenna of the RFID module. A proper adjustment value is obtained by using RFID Analyze Tool. following conditions.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.2 Set Up 5.2 Set up Setup Disk The Installation Setup Disk consists of one CD-ROM. B-SX/SA RFID Analyze Tool WR.FD-SX-RFID-ANALYZE V1.5 7FM00111300：V1.5.0 22nd February 2008 V006.000 Copyright © 2008 TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION All Rights Reserved Installation Procedure 1. Start Windows put the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click on the “Start” button, then choose “Run”. 3. When the “Run” screen appears, enter “D:\Setup.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 5.3 Application Functions 5.3 Application Functions 5.3.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions 5.3.2 File Menu (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (1) Log Information Set Displays the Test Information Setting screen shown below. Make necessary settings and click on the “OK” button.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions (2) (3) Log Save As Saves text data in the “Results” box of the RFID Analyze Tool screen into a text file. Text Capture Saves the test result into a CSV file. Selecting “Text Capture” then “Open” shows “Capture” in the area indicated by “2)” in the figure below. When a write/read test is executed with “Capture” shown, the test result is automatically saved in a CSV file specified.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions Tag Type Feed Amount Number of Tries RFID Module Type Communication Settings between PC and Printer (Serial Port Setting) Sheet Count Label Size Command Printer type (5) End (Exit) Exits from the Analyze Tool program.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions 5.3.3 Tool Menu (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (7) (8) (6) Status Bar (1) Port Open Opens/closes a port to communicate with the printer. • “Serial PortOpen”: The printer port is ready to be opened. After the port is opened, “Serial PortClose” will be displayed in the Tool menu and “Serial (Open)” will be displayed on the status bar. • “Serial PortClose”: The printer port is ready to be closed.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions (2) CommSetting Makes settings for communication between the PC and the printer. Port: COM1 to COM9 Baudrate: Data bit: 8 bit 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 115200 Parity: NONE, EVEN, ODD Stop bit: 1, 2 Flow control: NON, XON, XON/XOFF, RTS/CTS+XON/XOFF Printer IP Address Socket Port No. NOTES: 1. In the case of the LAN interface, a socket communication is used. 2.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 5.3 Application Functions (4) Test Option This menu is available only when the U2 type is selected. (However, when the U1 type is selected, only the Power Level Change and Level Range are programmable.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions (5) Sheet Setting Makes settings for the media to be used. 12) 1) 6) 7) 2) 8) 3) 9) 4) 10) 5) 11) Sheet Inf. 1) Sheet Count: The number of tags to be tested. (1 ~ 5) After printing on one label, a next tag is automatically fed to continue the test.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions (7) NOTE: Select the printer model Makes a choice of a printer model from Get Printer Type menu. Choose “B-SX6T/SX8T”. This information can be saved by a parameter save function. (8) Select the test mode This menu is not available.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.3 Application Functions 5.3.4 Help Menu Displays Printer Version and RFID Module Version. Printer Version RFID Module Version Example RFID Module Version Printer Version NOTE: Printer version and module version are indicated next to the date and time of Log file. Example) CSV file information Date&Time = 07/10/16 09:47:24: Printer Information = B-SX4T Z4.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.4 Operatin Procedure 5.4 Operating Procedure 1. Connect the printer to the PC with the serial interface cable or LAN cable. 2. Start the “B-SX RFID Analyze Tool” application.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.4 Operatin Procedure 3. Click on the “Tool” menu, and choose “CommSetting”.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.4 Operatin Procedure 4. When the “CommSetting” screen appears, perform the serial port or LAN setting in accordance with the settings of the B-SX6T/SX8T printer. Port: COM1 to COM9 Baudrate: 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 115200 Data bit: 8 bit Parity: NONE, EVEN, ODD Stop bit: 1, 2 Flow control: NON, XON, XON/XOFF, RTS/CTS+XON/XOFF Printer IP Address Socket Port No. NOTES: 1. Choose the port to which the printer is connected. 2.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 5.4 Operatin Procedure 4. Set the following parameters. RFID module type to be analyzed (RFID Module Select) Choose the RFID module to be used for the RFID Module Select parameter.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Mar. 26, 2009) 5.4 Operatin Procedure RFID tag type to be analyzed (Tag type) Selectable tag types are different depending on the RFID module types. RFID module type U1: B-9704-RFID-U1-US/EU H1: B-9704-RFID-H1-QM U2: B-SA704-RFID-U2-EU/AU/US/CN-R B-SX708-RFID-U2-EU/CN-R Tag type ISO18000-6B (U1), EPC Class1 (U1), EPC C1 Gen2 (U1).
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.4 Operatin Procedure Feed amount range (Front/Back Feed) Set the feed amount range where an RFID tag is analyzed. Upper limit (Reverse feed amount): 0 – 9990 (in units of 0.1 mm) Lower limit (Forward feed amount): 0 – 9990 (in units of 0.1 mm) The values can be entered by either pressing the “UP” or “DOWN” button or directly entering a number.
5.RFID ANALYZE TOOL EO13-33002 (Revision Date: Jul. 24, 2008) 5.4 Operatin Procedure 5. Perform a write test or read test. Write test Click on the “Write Test” button to start a write test. During the write test, total number of successful write and total number of write performed are shown in the status bar. In the text box above the status bar, status data sent from the RFID module is displayed. When the test is completed, all test results are shown in the “Results” box.
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