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TOSHIBA Barcode Printer B-SX6T SERIES Owner’s Manual Mode d’emploi Bedienungsanleitung Manual de instrucciones Gebruikershandleiding Manuale Utente Manual do Utilizador.
CE Compliance (for EU only) This product complies with the requirements of EMC and Low Voltage Directives including their amendments. VORSICHT: • Schallemission: unter 70dB (A ) nach DIN 45635 (oder ISO 7779) • Die für das Gerät Vorgesehene Steckdose muß in der Nähe des Gerätes und leicht zugänglich sein.
TOSHIBA Barcode Printer B-SX6T SERIES Owner's Manual.
Waste Recycling information for users: Following information is only for EU-member states: The use of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as general household waste.
This product is equipped with a wireless communicatio n device, TRW-EUM-01 (B-SX708-RFID-U2-EU-R) Please be sure to read the enclosed precaution for han dli ng of wireless communication device s before using this product.
Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 ( ) i Safety Summary Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipmen t is extrem ely important. Warnings and Cautions necessary for safe handling are included in this manual.
Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 ( ) ii 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.
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................... E1- 1 1.1 Introduction .....................................................
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................. ... E4- 1 4.1 Cleaning .........................................................................
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 1.1 Introduction E1- 1 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Features Thank you for choosing t he TOSHIBA B-SX6T series thermal printer.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 1.3 Accessories E1- 2 1.3 Accessories When unpacking the printer, please make sure all the following accessories are supplied with the printer. Start-up CD-ROM (1 pc.) Supply Loading Instructions (Doc.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 1.4 Appearance E1- 3 1.4 Appearance 1.4.1 Dimensions 1.4.2 Front View 1.4.3 Rear View The names of the parts or units introdu ced in this section are used in the following chapters. Dimensions i n mm (i nches) 417 (16.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 1.4 Appearance E1- 4 1.4.4 Operation Panel 1.4.5 Interior Please see Section 3.1 for further information about the Operation Panel. LCD Message Display ON LINE LED (Green) ERROR LED (Red) [PAUSE] key [FEED] ke y [RESTART] key WARNING! 1.
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 1.5 Options E1- 5 1.5 Options Option Name Type Usage Cutter module B-SX208-QM-R A cutter which cuts the media one by one. Strip module B-SX908-H-QM-R This module peels o ff a printed label from the backing paper at the media outlet.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2. PRINTER SETUP E2- 1 2. PRINTER SETUP This section outlines the procedures to setup your printer prior to its operation. The section includes precautions, loading media and ribbon, connecting cables, setting the operating environm ent of the printer, and performing an online print test.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.1 Installation E2- 2 2.1 Installation 2.2. Assembling the Supply Holder Frame 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 EO1-33056 2.3 Connecting the Power Cord E2- 3 2.3 Connecting the Power Cord 1. Make sure that the printer Power Switch is in the OFF ( { ) position. Connect the Power Cord to the pr inter as shown in the figure below 2.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2- 4 2.4 Loading the Media The following procedure shows the step s to properly load the media into the printer so that it feeds straight and true through the printer. Use the same procedure when replacing the media, also.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2- 5 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) 4. Install the other Media Holder onto the Supply Shaft from the opposite side. 5. Turn the Locking Lever of the Me dia Holder to the “Close” position.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2- 6 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) 9. Loosen the Media Guide Screws on the printer back, and m ove the Media Guides outside. 10. Place the assembled Media Holder onto the Supply Holder Frame, and feed the media between the two Media Guides.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2- 7 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) 13. After loading the media, it may be necessary to set the position of the Media Sensor used to detect the print start position for label or tag printing.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2- 8 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) The following procedures show how to adjust the position of the movable sensor. Feed Gap Sensor position adjustment When using a label stock without black marks, the Feed Gap Sensor is used to detect the print start position.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2- 9 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) Black Mark Sensor position adjustment When using media with black marks, the Black Mark Sensor is used to detect the print start position.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2-10 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) 14. There are three issue modes available on this printer.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2-11 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) When the optional Strip Module is fitted, a label is automatically removed from the backing paper at the Strip Plate as each label is printed. (1) Pull out the backing paper past the Media Outlet.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2-12 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) When the optional Cutter Module is fitted, the media is automatically cut. (1) Insert the leading edge of the m edia into the Media Outlet of the Cutter Module.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.4 Loading the Media E2-13 2.4 Loading the Media (Cont.) 15. Change the print head pressure according to the thickness of the media to be used, by using the Head Lever. Position Media type or thickness Label or Thin media 1 If a clear print cannot be obtained, change the position to d .
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.5 Loading the Ribbon E2-14 2.5 Loading the Ribbon There are two types of media available for printing on: these are thermal transfer media (normal m edia) and direct thermal media (with a chemically treated surface).
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.5 Loading the Ribbon E2-15 2.5 Loading the Ribbon (Cont.) 4. Fit the core of the Ribbon Supply Roll into the Ribbon Holders (Supply side), aligning the notch of the ribbon core with the protrusion of the Ribbon Holder.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.5 Loading the Ribbon E2-16 2.5 Loading the Ribbon (Cont.) 6. Take up any slack in the ribbon. Wind the leading tape onto the ribbon take-up roll until the ink ribbon can be seen from the front of the printer.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.6 Connecting the Printer to Your Host Computer E2-17 2.6 Connecting the Printer to Your Host Computer The following paragraphs outline how to connect your host computer to the printer, and will also show how to make cable connections to other devices.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.7 Turning the Printer ON E2-18 2.7 Turning the Printer ON When the printer is connected to your host computer it is good practice to turn the printer ON before turning on your host computer and turn OFF your host computer before turning off the printer.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-19 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment Depending on the settings of your host computer or an interface to be used, it may be necessary to change the printer parameter settings.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-20 2.8.1 Parameter Setting While “<2>PARAMETER SET” is displayed on the LCD Message Display, press the [PAUSE] key to enter the Parameter Setting Mode. The Parameter Setting Mode contains the following sub menus.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-21 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (1) Character Code Selection This parameter is to choose a characte r code used for printing. Printed characters differ depending on a cho sen character code and font.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-22 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) <Reference> Properties screen of Serial (COM ) port under Windows98 (3) Baud Rate Selection This parameter is to choose a baud ra te of the RS-232C interface.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-23 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (5) Stop Bit Length Selection This parameter is to choose a stop bit length of the RS-232C interface. Be sure to match a setting with a host computer.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-24 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (8) LCD Language Selection This parameter is to choose a langua ge in which the LCD message is displayed. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-25 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) When ON is selected, pressing the [PAUSE] key will result that the LCD Message Display shows the stop position fine adjustment value setting screen.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-26 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (11) Ribbon Save Function Selection This parameter is to choose wh ether to activate the Ribbon Saving function or not. This function enables reducing the ribbon loss caused by taking up unused ribbon during non-print areas.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-27 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) When “CODE MANUAL” is selected and the [PAUSE] key is pressed, the LCD display will show the se tting screen of CONTROL CODE1 to CONTROL CODE3 as follows.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-28 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (14) Strip Wait Status Selection This parameter is to choose when th e printer sends a strip wait status (05H) to a host in response to a status request command.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-29 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (16) KANJI Code Selection This parameter is to choose a KANJI code. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-30 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (18) Auto Print Head Check Selection This parameter is to choose whethe r to perform the Auto Print Head Check function at the power on time.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-31 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (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. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-32 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (22) Input Prime Selection This parameter is to choose whether to enable a reset operation when INIT signal is ON.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-33 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (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. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-34 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (26) Pre-Strip Selection This parameter is to choose whether to activate the Pre Strip function.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-35 2.8.1 Parameter Setting (Cont.) (28) Maxi Code Specification Selection This parameter is to choose a Maxi code specification. When “<2>PARAMETER SET” appears, press the [PAUSE] key until the following display appears.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-36 2.8.2 Dump Mode Setting While “<4>DUMP MODE” is displayed on the LCD Message Display, press the [PAUSE] key to enter the Dump Mode. In the Dump Mode, data in the receive buffer are printed.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-37 2.8.2 Dump Mode Setting (Cont.) The data in the receive buffer is printed as follows: Receive Buffer Size Interfac.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-38 2.8.3 BASIC Expansion Mode While “<5>EXPAND MDOE” is displaye d on the LCD Message Display , press the [PAUSE] key to enter the BASIC Expansion Mode.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-39 2.8.4 Automatic Calibration While “<6>AUTO CALIB” is displayed on the LC D Message Display, press the [PAUSE] key to enter the Automatic Calibration Mode.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-40 2.8.5 LAN Setting While “<7>LAN” is displayed on the LCD Message Display, press the [PAUSE] key to enter the LAN Setting Mode. In the LAN Setting Mode, whether to enable the LAN communication and SNMP or not is selectable.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-41 2.8.6 Real Time Clock Setting While “<8>RTC SET” is displayed on the LCD Message Display, press the [PAUSE] key to enter the Real Time Clock Setting Mode. The Real Time Clock Setting Mode contains the following sub menus.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-42 2.8.6 Real Time Clock Setting (Cont.) (3) Low Battery Check Setting This parameter is to choose whethe r to activate the low battery check function or not. Press the [PAUSE] key to set.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-43 2.8.7 IP Address Setting (TCP/IP) When the printer is connected to a PC through TCP/IP by using a LAN cable, it is necessary to set an IP address in the Sy stem Mode for system administrators.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-44 2.8.7 IP Address Setting (TCP/IP) (Cont.) In this section, how to set the IP address is described. First, you need to access the System Mode for system administrators.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-45 2.8.7 IP Address Setting (TCP/IP) (Cont.) (1) Printer IP Address This parameter is to set an IP address. (2) Gatew ay IP Address This parameter is to set a Gateway IP address.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-46 2.8.7 IP Address Setting (TCP/IP) (Cont.) (3) Subnet Mask This parameter is to set a Subnet Mask. (4) Socket Port This parameter is to enable a socket port and set a socket number.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-47 2.8.7 IP Address Setting (TCP/IP) (Cont.) (5) DHCP This parameter is to enable DHCP. (6) DHCP Client ID This parameter is to set a DHCP client ID. NOTE: P ressing the [PAUSE] key while “DHCP ON” is displayed allows y ou to set a DHCP client ID.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.8 Setting an Operating Environment E2-48 2.8.7 IP Address Setting (TCP/IP) (Cont.) (7) DHCP Host Name This parameter is to set a DHCP host name.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-49 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers 2.9.1 Introduction This manual describes how to install the TOSHIBA printe r driv.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-50 2.9.3 Installing the Printer Driver The installation procedure differs depending on the interf ace connected to the printer and the operation system you are using. Please install the printer driver by performing the appropriate procedure.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-51 (1) Select “Settings” – “Printers” from the “Start” menu to open the printer folder. (2) Double-click on the “Add Printer” icon. The Add Printer Wizard runs.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-52 (6) The screen to select the existing installed printer driver or use the new one, is displayed. Select “Replace existing driver”, then click on the [Next] button.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-53 (1) Log on to your host computer as a member who has full control access privilege concerning the printer settings. (2) Select “Settings” – “Printers” from the “Start” menu to open the printer folder.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-54 (9) The “Use Existing Driver” screen is displayed. Select “Replace existing driver”, then click on the [Next] button. If you install the printer driver for the first time, this screen is not displayed.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-55 (2) USB INTERFACE Installation starts by the operating system’s plug-and-play function. (1) Turn the printer ON, then connect it to y our host computer with the USB cable.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-56 (3) Select “Search for the best driver for y our device. (Recommended)”. Mark the “Specify a location” checkbox, then click on the [Brow se] button. Specify “ driver ” folder, then click on the [Next] button.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-57 (5) When the screen which indicates the USB Prin ting Support driver has been installed, is displayed, click on the [Finish] button. (6) After a while, “ TEC B-SA4T ” is detected as a new hardware.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-58 (8) Select “Search for the best driver for y our device. (Recommended)”. Mark the “Specify a location” checkbox, then click on the [Brow se] button. Specify “ driver ” folder, then click on the [Next] button.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-59 (10) Change the printer name if necessary, and select whether or not you use the printer as the default printer (“Yes” or “No”).
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-60 (1) Log on to your host computer as a member who has full control access privilege concerning the printer settings. (2) Turn the printer ON, then connect it to your host computer with the USB cable.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-61 (6) Select “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”, then click on the [Next] button. (7) Select “Search for the best driver in these locations”. Mark the “Include this location in the search” checkbox, then click on the [Browse] button.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-62 (8) When the dialog box below is display ed, click on the [Continue Anyway] button. (9) When the “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard” screen is displayed, click on the [Finish] button.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-63 2.9.4 Uninstalling the Printer Driver (1) Select “Settings” – “Printers” from the “Start” menu to open the printer folder. (2) Right-click on the printer driver icon to be delete d, then select “Delete”.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-64 2.9.5 Adding/Deleting a LAN Port To use the LAN interface, first, you ha ve to make the following settings in “ <7> IP ADDRESS ” in the system mode of the printer.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-65 (1) Right-click on the printer icon. Select “Prope rties” to open the printer “Properties” dialog box. (2) Select the “Ports” tab, and click on the [Add Port…] button.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-66 2.9.6 Cautions (1) Printer Driver Upgrades • To upgrade the printer driver to this version, uninsta ll the previous version of the printer driver, before installing this printer driver.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.9 Installing the Printer Drivers E2-67 2.9.7 Using the Printer Driver For how to use the Printer Driver, please refer to the Help for Windows Printer Drivers screen. 1) Open the Properties screen of the Printer Driver.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.10 Print Test E2-68 2.10 Print Test After your operating environment has been set, perform a print test. 1.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.10 Print Test E2-69 2.10 Print Test (Cont.) It is necessary to set the issue mode, cut/strip position, etc. for the Printer Driver or TPCL (TEC Printer Command Language) in accordance with your printing condition.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-70 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment This section describes how to fine adju st a print start position, cut/strip position, reverse feed amount, print tone, and ribbon motor torque.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-71 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment (Cont.) After selecting a fine adjustment value, press the [PAUSE] key. Print Start Position Fine Adjustment [RESTART] [FEED] FEED ADJ.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-72 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment (Cont.) After selecting a fine adjustment value, press the [PAUSE] key. Cut/Strip Position Fine Adjustment <3>ADJUST SET CUT ADJ.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-73 • Example of Strip Position Fine Adjustment When setting +3.0 mm Compared with “+0.0mm” position, the stop position after printing is shifted forward. When setting +0.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-74 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment (Cont.) After selecting a fine adjustment value, press the [PAUSE] key. Reverse Feed Amount Fine Adjustment NOTES: Choose a desired value by using the [RESTART] or [FEED] key.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-75 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment (Cont.) After selecting a fine adjustment value, press the [PAUSE] key. X Coordinate Fine Adjustment NOTES: Choose a desired value by using the [RESTART] or [FEED] key.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-76 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment (Cont.) Thermal Transfer Print After selecting a fine adjustment value or to skip this menu, press the [PAUSE] key.
2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment E2-77 2.11 Position and Print Tone Fine Adjustment (Cont.) When the ribbon is slack or wrinkled a nd printing is affected, fine adjust the ribbon motor torque by using the following procedure.
2.PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.12 Threshold Setting E2-78 2.12 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.
2.PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.12 Threshold Setting E2-79 2.12 Threshold Setting (Cont.) If a paper jam error still occurs even after an automatic threshold settin g has been performed, manually set the threshold voltage.
2.PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.12 Threshold Setting E2-80 2.12 Threshold Setting (Cont.) When using the Black Mark Sensor (1) While “<5>SENSOR ADJ.” is displayed, press the [PAUSE] key until the message appears. The displayed value is a real-time voltage being detected by the Black Mark Sensor.
2.PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.12 Threshold Setting E2-81 2.12 Threshold Setting (Cont.) Storing a “No Media Level” Voltage The following is how to set a “No medi a level” voltage that is used to detect a paper end. If a “NO PAPER” is displayed even if the media has not run out yet, this voltage needs to be set again.
2.PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 2.12 Threshold Setting E2-82 2.12 Threshold Setting (Cont.) (3) Press the [PAUSE] key until the target sensor ty pe is displayed. (4) Set a threshold voltage (calculate d in Sensor Adjustm ent Menu) by using the [FEED] or [RESTART] key, as shown below.
3. ON LINE OPERATION ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 3.1 Operation Panel E3- 1 3. ON LINE OPERATION 3.1 Operation Panel This chapter describes usage of the ke ys on the Operation Panel in On Line mode. When the printer is in On Line mode and connected to a host com puter, the normal operation of printing im ages on labels or tags can be accomplished.
3. ON LINE OPERATION ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 3.2 Operation E3- 2 3.2 Operation 3.3 Reset When the printer is turned on, the “ ON LINE ” message appears on the LCD Message Display. It is shown during standby or normal printing. 1. The printer is turned on, standing by, or printing.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 1 4. MAINTENANCE 4.1 Cleaning 4.1.1 Print Head/Platen This chapter describes how to perform routine ma intenance. To ensure the continuous hi gh quality oper ation of the printer, refer to the following table and perform a regular maintenance routine.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 2 4.1.1 Print Head/Platen (Cont.) 4.1.2 Pinch Roller 7. Wipe the Platen with a soft cloth slightly moistened with absolute ethyl alcohol 1. Turn off the power and unplug the printer. 2. Set the Head Lever to the “OPEN” position.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 3 4.1.2 Pinch Roller (Cont.) 9. Take out the Pinch Roller Ass’y from the printer. 10. Wipe the Pinch Roller Ass’y with a soft cloth slightly moistened with absolute ethyl alcohol. 11. After cleaning the Pinch Roller Ass’y, place it in position, and raise the both Pinch Roller Plates.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 4 4.1.2 Pinch Roller (Cont.) 12. Attach the Ribbon End Sensor Plate to the printer. (1) Engage the notches on the both sides of the Ribbon End Sensor Plate with the Positioning Pins of the printer.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 5 4.1.3 Under the Media Guides 1. Turn off the power and unplug the printer.. 2. Set the Head Lever to the “OPEN” position 3. Open the Top Cover and Right Side Cover. 4. Open the Head Lock Plate.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 6 4.1.4 Covers and Panels Wipe the covers and panels with a dry soft cloth or a cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. CAUTION! 1. DO NOT POUR WATER directly onto the printer. 2.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 7 4.1.5 Optional Cutter Module 1. Loosen the two screws and remove the Cutter Cover. As the bottom of the Cutter Cover is fitted onto the Cutter Attachment Screw, slightly lift and detach the Cutter Cover.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 8 4.1.5 Optional Cutter Module (Cont.) 4. Clean the Cutter Blade with a cott on swab moistened with absolute ethyl alcohol. 5. Reassemble in the reverse order of removal. Secure the Media Guide by the hook.
4. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 4.1 Cleaning E4- 9 4.1.6 Optional Strip Module 1. Press down the Backing Paper Release Bar to open the Strip Unit. 2. Remove jammed m edia or backing paper, if any. 3. Wipe the Backing Paper Holder and the Strip Roller with a soft cloth slightly moistened with absolute ethyl alcohol.
5. TROUBLESHOOTI NG ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 5.1 Error Messages E5- 1 5. TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter lists the error messages, possible problems, and their solutions. 5.1 Error Messages Error Messages Problems/Causes Solutions HEAD OPEN The Print Head or Pinch Roller is opened in Online mode.
5. TROUBLESHOOTI NG ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 5.1 Error Messages E5- 2 5.1 Error Messages (Cont.) Error Messages Problems/Cause Solutions CUTTER ERROR **** (When an optional cutter module is installed.) The media is jamm ed in the cutter. Remove the jam med media.
5. TROUBLESHOOTI NG ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 5.2 Possible Problems E5- 3 5.1 Error Messages (Cont.) Error Messages Problems/Cause Solutions RFID ERROR The printer cannot communicate with the RFID module.
5. TROUBLESHOOTI NG ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 5.2 Possible Problems E5- 4 5.2 Possible Problems (Cont.) Possible Problems Causes Solutions 1. The media is not loaded properly. 1. Load the media properly. ⇒ Section 2.4 . 2. The ribbon is not loaded properly.
5. TROUBLESHOOTI NG ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 5.3 Removing Jammed Media E5- 5 5.3 Removing Jammed Media This section describes in detail how to remove jamm ed media from the printer. 1. Turn off and unplug the printer. 2. Set the Head Lever to the “OPEN” position.
5. TROUBLESHOOTI NG ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 5.3 Removing Jammed Media E5- 6 5.3 Removing Jammed Media (Cont.) 8. Release the Media Sensor Harness fro m the last Cable Clamp attached at the end of the Media Sensor Plate. Then, remove the Media Guide Plate from the printer.
6. PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 6. PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS E6- 1 6. PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS This section describes the printer specifications. Model Item B-SX6T-TS12-QM-R Dimension (W × D × H) 416 mm × 289 m m × 395 mm (16.4” × 11.
6. PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 6. PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS E6- 2 Model Item B-SX6T-TS12-QM-R Available bar code types JAN8, JAN13, EAN8, EAN8+2 digits, EAN8+5 digits, EAN13, EAN13+2.
7. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 7.1 Media E7- 1 7. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 Media Please make sure that the media being used is approve d by TOSHIBA TEC. The warranty does not apply when a problem is caused by using media that is not approved by TOSHIBA TEC.
7. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 7.1 Media E7- 2 7.1.2 Detection Area of the Transmissive Sensor The detection range of the Transmissive Sensor of the movable sensor is 70 m m from the media edge. The Transmissie Sensor of the fixed sensor is positioned at 10 mm from the centre of media.
7. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 7.1 Media E7- 3 7.1.3 Detection Area of the Reflective Sensor The detection range of the Reflective Sensor of the movable sensor is 70 mm from the media edge. The Reflective Sensor of the fixed sensor is positioned at the centre of media.
7. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 7.2 Ribbon E7- 4 7.2 Ribbon Please make sure that the ribbon being used is approved by TOSHIBA TEC. The warranty does not apply to any problem caused by using non-approved ribbons. For information regarding TOSHIBA TEC appr oved ribbon, please contact a TOSHIBA TEC service representative.
7. SUPPLY SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 7.4 Care/Handling of Media and Ribbon E7- 5 (2) Ribbon type Ribbon type Description Smear-less ribbon (Wax resin ribbon) Good match for coated paper. The printed image will resist water and light rubbing.
APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS EA1- 1 APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS Appendix 1 describes the LCD messages displayed on the operation panel. Symbols in the message 1: : The LED is illuminated. ~ : The LED is flashing.
APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS EA1- 2 LED Indication No. LCD Message POWER ON LINE ERROR Printer Statu s Restoration by RESTART ke y (Yes/No) Accep.
APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 1 MESSAGES AND LEDS EA1- 3 N OTE: Description of Command Error • If a command error is found in a command received, 16 by tes of the command error, starting from the command code, will be displayed.
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 1 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE Parallel interface (Centronics) Mode: Conforming to IEEE1284 Compatible mode (SPP mode), Nibble m od.
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 2 Connector: Signal PIN No. SPP Mode Nibble Mode 1 nStrobe HostClk 2 Data 1 Data 1 3 Data 2 Data 2 4 Data 3 Data 3 5 Data 4 Dat.
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 3 USB interface Standard: Conforming to V2.0 Full speed Transfer type: Control transfer, Bulk transfer Transfer rate: Full .
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 4 Serial interface (Option: B-SA704-RS-QM-R) Type: RS-232C Communication m ode: Full duplex Transmission speed: 2400 bps, 4.
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 5 Wireless LAN (Option: B-SA704-WLAN-QM-R) Standard: Conforming to IEEE 802.
APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 6 Expansion I/O Interface (Option: B-SA704-IO-QM-R) Input Signal IN0 to IN5 Output Signal OUT0 to OUT6 Connector FCN-781P02.
APPENDIX 3 POWER CORD ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 3 POWER CORD EA3- 1 APPENDIX 3 POWER CORD 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 authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative.
APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES EA4-1 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES The following are the image samples of the fonts, ba r codes, and two-dimensional codes provided for the B- SX6T series as standard. The size of each font may be different from the actual one.
APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES EA4-2 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES (Cont.).
APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES EA4-3 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES (Cont.) Bar codes JAN8, EAN8 MSI Interleaved 2 of 5 CODE39 (Standard) NW7 JAN13, EAN13 UP.
APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES EA4-4 APPENDIX 4 PRINT SAMPLES (Cont.) UPC-A+5 digits UCC/EAN128 Industrial 2 of 5 POSTNET Customer bar code Customer bar co.
APPENDIX 5 GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 5 GLOSSARIES EA5- 1 APPENDIX 5 GLOSSARIES Bar code 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.
APPENDIX 5 GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 APPENDIX 5 GLOSSARIES EA5- 2 Print speed The speed at which printing occurs. This speed is expressed in units of ips (inches per second). Resolution The degree of detail to which an image can be duplicated.
INDEX ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 INDEX INDEX A Auto print head check 2-30 Automatic threshold setting 2-78 B Bar code 6-2, A4-3, A5-1 Batch mode 2-10, 7-1, A5-1 Black mark 2-9, 7-1, 7-3, A5-1 Black mar.
INDEX ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33056 INDEX S Serial interface 1-1, 1-3, 2-17, 6-2, A2-4 Socket port 2-46 Strip mode 2-11, 7-1, A5-2 Strip module 1-1, 1-5, 2-11, 4-9, 6-2, A5-2 Strip position 2-72, 2-73 Sub.
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However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Toshiba B-SX6T Series. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Toshiba B-SX6T Series along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
