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TOSHIBA Barcode Printer B-SV4T SERIES Owner’s Manual
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Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 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 should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment. Do not attempt to effect repairs or modifications to this equipment.
Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 If foreign objects (metal fragments, water, liquids) enter the machines, first turn off the power switches and disconnect the power cord plugs from the outlet, and then contact your authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance. Continued use of the machine in that condition may cause fire or electric shock. Ensure that the equipment is Connect a properly grounded. Extension grounding wire. cables should also be grounded.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................... E1-1 1.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................... E1-1 1.2 Features ........................................................................................................................ E1-1 1.3 Unpacking........................................
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ..........................................................................................................EA2-1 GLOSSARIES INDEX 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.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 1.1 Introduction 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the TOSHIBA B-SV4T series barcode printer. This Owner’s Manual contains valuable information from general set-up to confirming the printer's operation using test prints. You should read it carefully to help you gain maximum performance and life from your printer. This manual should be kept close at hand for everyday reference.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 1.4 Accessories When purchasing the power cord Since the power cord set is not enclosed in this unit, please purchase an approved one that meets the following standard from your Authorised TOSHIBA TEC representative.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 1.5 Appearance 1.5 Appearance 1.5.1 Dimensions The names of the parts or units introduced in this section are used in the following chapters. 213 (8.4) 314 (12.4) 188 (7.4) Dimensions in mm (inches) 1.5.2 Front View Ribbon Access Cover Indicator Lamp Top Cover FEED/PAUSE Button Media Outlet Cover Open Lever 1.5.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 1.5 Appearance 1.5.4 Interior WARNING! Ribbon Access Cover Do not touch the print head or around it just after printing. You may get burned as the print head becomes very hot during printing. Rear Hub Front Hub Print Head Cover Open Sensor Ribbon Sensor Caution Symbol for the Print Head (Please refer to WARNING!) Top Cover Support Media Hold Shaft Media Guide Media Guide/ Feed Gap Sensor Platen Black Mark Sensor Strip Plate 1.5.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.1 Precautions 2. PRINTER SETUP This section outlines the steps necessary to setup your printer prior to its operation. The section includes precautions, connecting cables, assembling accessories, loading media and ribbon, and performing a test print. 2.1 Precautions To insure the best operating environment, and to assure the safety of the operator and the equipment, please observe the following precautions.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.2 Procedure before Operation 2.2 Procedure before Operation NOTE: To communicate directly with a host computer, an RS-232C, Centronics, or USB cable is required. (1) RS-232C cable: 9 pins (do not use a null modem cable) (2) Centronics cable: 36 pins (3) USB cable: V1.1 NOTE: Use of a Windows Driver will allow issuing media on the printer from a Windows application. The printer can also be controlled with its own programming commands.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer 2.3.2 Turning OFF the Printer CAUTION! 1. Do not turn off the printer power while the media is being printed as this may cause a paper jam or damage to the printer. 2. Do not turn off the printer power while the Green Indicator Lamp is flashing as this may cause damage to the data being downloaded. 2.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.5 Connecting the Power Adapter and the Power Cord 2.5 Connecting the Power Adapter and the Power Cord NOTES: 1. Since the power cord is not enclosed in this printer, please purchase a proper one after referring to page 1-2. 2. The EA10953 AC adapter should be exclusively used for the B-SV4T Series printer. The B-SV4T Series printer must be powered by the EA10953 AC adapter. 1. Make sure that the printer power switch is in the OFF (O) position. 2.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.6 Opening/Closing the Top Cover 2.6 Opening/Closing the Top Cover When opening or closing the Top Cover, please be sure to follow the instructions below. To open the Top Cover: WARNING! 1. To avoid injury, be careful not to trap your fingers while opening or closing the cover. 2. When closing the Top Cover, do not place your hands or fingers between the Top Cover and the Lower Cover. The Top Cover may free-fall, which may cause injury. CAUTION! 1.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.6 Opening/Closing the Top Cover 2.6 Opening/Closing the Top Cover (Cont.) To hold the Top Cover at Position 2, first open the Top Cover until the Top Cover Support goes over Position 2 (c), then close the Top Cover a little (d) to secure the Top Cover Support. Top Cover Support Position 2 To close the Top Cover: 1. Open the Top Cover until the Top Cover Support goes to the OPEN position.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.7 Loading the Media 2.7 Loading the Media WARNING! 1. Do not touch any moving parts. To reduce the risk of fingers, jewellery, clothing, etc. being drawn into the moving parts, be sure to load the media once the printer has stopped moving completely. 2. To avoid injury, be careful not to trap your fingers while opening or closing the Top Cover. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch the Print Head Element when opening the Top Cover.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.7 Loading the Media 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) 6. Insert the both ends of the Media Shaft into the slots of the printer to place the Media Holder Ass’y into the printer. Make sure that the media feeds from the top, as shown below. Media Shaft Media Holder Ass’y Slot NOTE: Media path 7. Insert the leading edge of the media under the Media Hold Shaft, and feed the media between the Media Guides. 8. Pull the media until it extends past the Media Outlet.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.7 Loading the Media 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) NOTES: 1. The selected sensor type is the one used in the last print job. The Feed Gap Sensor has been selected as the factory default. To change the sensor type, refer to Section 2.9.1 Media Sensor Calibration. 2. When the Media Guides are fitted to the media edges, the Feed Gap Sensor is positioned at 6 mm from the right end of media. 11.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.7 Loading the Media 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) Strip mode (Option): When issued in the strip mode, labels are automatically removed from the backing paper each time a label is printed. • How to set the media When issuing labels in the strip mode, set the label in the following procedure: 1. Load the media as described on the previous pages. 2. Open the Strip Block by pulling it out.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.7 Loading the Media 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) Cut mode (Option): When the Cutter is installed, the media is automatically cut. After loading the media as described on the previous pages, insert the leading edge of the media through the Media Outlet of the Cutter Cover. WARNING! The cutter is sharp, so care must be taken not to injure yourself when handling the cutter. CAUTION! 1. Be sure to cut the backing paper of the label.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.7 Loading the Media 2.7 Loading the Media (Cont.) When a media roll has an outside diameter exceeding 127 mm (5”) or an inner core diameter of 38.1 mm (1.5”), the optional External Media Roll Hanger is required. 1. Fit the protrusions on the bottom of the printer into the holes in the External Media Roll Hanger. External Media Roll Hanger (Option) 2.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.8 Loading the Ribbon 2.8 Loading the Ribbon WARNING! 1. Do not touch any moving parts. To reduce the risk of fingers, jewellery, clothing, etc. being drawn into the moving parts, be sure to load the media once the printer has stopped moving completely. 2. To avoid injury, be careful not to trap your fingers while opening or closing the cover. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch the Print Head Element when opening the Top Cover.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.8 Loading the Ribbon 2.8 Loading the Ribbon (Cont.) NOTES: 1. Take up any slack in the ribbon. 2 Do not load a ribbon when using a direct thermal media. 5. Pull the leader tape of the ribbon downward, and feed it under the Print Head. 6. Attach the leader tape to the Paper Core with adhesive tape. Paper Core Ribbon Roll Print Head 7. Rotate the Paper Core to take up the ribbon leader tape until it is thoroughly covered by the black section of the ribbon.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities This utility is used to calibrate the sensitivity of the Feed Gap/Black 2.9 Media Sensor Mark Sensor. Calibration, Self Print It is necessary to set the media sensors after the media is changed to Test, and Dump Mode different type. Utilities 2.9.1 Media Sensor Calibration 1. First, select the sensor to calibrate in the following procedure. Open the Top Cover.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 2.9 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities Print test label sample 2.9.2 Self Print Test and Dump Mode (Cont.) NOTE: The following commands should not affect the test print issue. D, AX, XS, Z2;1, Z2;2 (without AY) PRINTER INFO. PROGRAM VERSION TONE ADJUST FEED ADJUST CUT POSITION ADJUST BACKFEED ADJUST PARAMETER X-COORDINATE ADJUST SENSOR MEMORY TTF AREA EXT CHAR AREA BASIC AREA PC SAVE AREA INFORMATION TOTAL FEED VX.
3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 3.1 Cleaning 3. MAINTENANCE 1. 2. 3. 4. WARNING! Be sure to turn OFF the power before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may cause an electric shock. To avoid injury, be careful not to trap your fingers while opening or closing the cover. Be careful when handling the print head as it becomes very hot immediately after printing. Allow it to cool before performing any maintenance. Do not pour water directly onto the printer.
3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 3.1 Cleaning 3.1.2 Platen/Sensors 1. Wipe the Platen with a soft cloth moistened with absolute alcohol. 2. Remove dust or paper particles from the Black Mark Sensor, Feed Gap Sensor, and Ribbon Sensor using an air blower. Feed Gap Sensor Black Mark Sensor Platen Ribbon Sensor 3.1.3 Cover Wipe the Cover with a dry soft cloth. Wipe off dirt with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water.
3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 3.2 Care/Handling of the Media and Ribbon 3.2 Care/Handling of the Media and Ribbon CAUTION! Be sure to carefully review and understand the Supply Manual. Use only media and ribbon which meet specified requirements. Use of nonspecified media or ribbon may shorten the head life and result in problems with bar code readability or print quality. All media and ribbons should be handled with care to avoid any damage to the media, ribbons, or printer.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 4.1 Troubleshooting Guide 4. TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter lists the error messages, possible problems, and their solutions. WARNING! If a problem cannot be solved by taking actions described in this chapter, do not attempt to repair the printer. Turn off and unplug the printer. Then contact an authorised TOSHIBA TEC service representative for assistance. 4.1 Troubleshooting Guide Problems The Online Indicator Lamp (green) is not illuminated.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 A1.1 Printer APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS Appendix 1 describes the printer specifications and supplies for use on the B-SV4T printer. A1.1 Printer The following are the printer specifications.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 A1.2 Options A1.2 Options Option Name Keyboard display unit Type KB-75-QM-R Description This module is an external intelligent keyboard display unit. Cutter module B-SV204-QM-R A cutter unit that makes stub cuts. B-SV404-QM-R A cutter unit that makes normal cuts. Strip module B-SV404-H-QM-R When attached to the front of the Media Outlet, this sensor allows the on-demand strip issue by detecting the presence or lack of a label.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 A1.3 Media A1.3.1 Media Type (Cont.) Unit: mm (inch) Issue mode Item c Width including backing paper d Media width Label e Media pitch Tag Batch mode Strip mode Cut mode 20 to 112 (0.8 to 4.4) 17 to 109 (0.7 to 4.3) 27.4 to 154.4 12 to 609.6 (0.5 to 24.0) (1.1 to 6.1) 10 to 609.6 (0.4 to 24.0) ----- 27.4 to 609.6 (1.1 to 24.0) 25.4 to 609.6 (1.1 to 24.0) 25.4 to 607.6 (1.1 to 23.9) Min. 6 (0.2) 25.4 to 152.4 (1.1 to 6.0) Min. 2 (0.08) Min. 2 (0.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 A1.3 Media A1.3.3 Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor The Reflective Sensor is movable within the full range of the media width. The reflection factor of the Black Mark must be 10% or lower with a waveform length of 950 nm. The Reflective Sensor should be aligned with the centre of the Black Mark. Sensor should be positioned at the centre of the black mark. Detecting the black marks on the back. Min. 2 mm Min.
APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 A1.4 Ribbon A1.3.4 Effective Print Area The figure below illustrates the relation between the head effective print width and media width. Out of print range Out of print range Print head element 2 mm 108.0 mm±0.2mm (Head Effective Print Range) 2 mm 112.0 mm (Max. media width) The figure below shows the effective print area on the media. Start line 1mm 1.5mm from the left edge of media 1.
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE Interface Cables To prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise, the interface cables must meet the following requirements: • Fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector housings. • Keep as short as possible. • Should not be bundled tightly with power cords. • Should not be tied to power line conduits.
GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 GLOSSARIES GLOSSARIES Bar code Gap A code which represents alphanumeric characters by using a series of black and white stripes in different widths. Bar codes are used in various industrial fields: Manufacturing, Hospitals, Libraries, Retail, Transportation, Warehousing, etc. Reading bar codes is a fast and accurate means of capturing data while keyboard entry tends to be slow and inaccurate. Distance from the bottom of one label to the top of the next label.
GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 GLOSSARIES Supply Media and ribbon Tag A type of media having no adhesive backing but black marks to indicate the print area. Usually tags are made of cardboard or other durable material. Thermal print head A print head using thermal transfer or thermal direct printing method. Thermal transfer printing A printing method that the thermal print head heats an ink or resin coating on the ribbon against the media, causing the ink/resin to transfer onto the media.
INDEX ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 INDEX INDEX B K Backing paper 2-10, A1-3 Bar code A1-1 Batch mode 2-6 Black mark 2-9, 2-15, A1-2, A1-4 Black mark length A1-3 Black mark sensor 1-4, 2-8, 2-9, 2-15, 3-2 Keyboard display unit A1-2 C M Centronics 1-3, 2-2, 2-3, A1-1 Cover open sensor 1-4 Cut mode 2-11, A1-1, A1-3 Cutter module A1-2 L Label 2-10, A1-2 LAN A1-1 LAN adapter A1-2 Dimensions 1-3, A1-1 Direct thermal A1-1 Media 2-7, 3-3, A1-2 Media guide 1-4, 2-8, 2-9 Media holder 1-1, 2-7 Media length A1-
INDEX ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33062 INDEX S Serial interface 1-3, 2-3, A1-1 Strip mode 2-10, A1-3 Supply voltage A1-1 T Tag paper A1-2 Thermal transfer A1-1 Top cover support 1-4, 2-5, 2-6 3”-diameter media shaft 2-12, A1-3 Two-dimensional code A1-1 U USB interface 1-3, 2-3, A1-1 W Weight A1-1
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