Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 200i del fabbricante SATO
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Operator Manual For printer model: MB200i www.satoamerica.com PN: 9001 144C Read this Operator Manual before and during usage of the above product. Keep this document handy for future reference.
PN: 9001144C SA T O America, Inc. 10350A Nations Ford Road Charlotte, NC 28273 Main Phone: (704) 644 .1650 T echnical Support: (704) 644.1660 T echnical Support Fax: (704) 64 4.1661 E-Mail: sato sales@satoamerica.com techsupport@sato america.com www .
MB200i Operator Manual Table of Contents Technical Data ............. ................................................................. ...... 1 - 1 Basic Specifications.......... ................................................................. .....
MB200i Operator Ma nual Font Download Mode .................................... ........................................................................ 4 - 18 Online Command Mode .......................................................................
Unit 1: Technical Data MB200i Operator Manual Page 1-1 TECHNICAL DATA • Basic S pecifications.
Unit 1: Technical Data Page 1-2 MB200i Operator Manual BASIC S PECIFICATIONS All technical data deemed pertine nt has been tabulated below for quick reference. Find the relative section header and then locate the spe cific type of technical data in the left column.
Unit 1: Technical Data MB200i Operator Manual Page 1-3 PRINT T ype Direct Thermal Only S peed 4 Inches Per Second (103mm/s) in normal mode 3 Inches Per Second (75 mm/s) in dispenser mo de Dual color printing or high resolutio n modes reduce speed Resolution 203 Dots Per Inch (8 d/mm) Maximum Print Width 1.
Unit 1: Technical Data Page 1-4 MB200i Operator Manual PROCESSING CPU 32 Bit RISC Flash ROM 4 Megabyte RAM 256 Kilobyte PRINTING LANGUAGE SA TO Barcode Printer Language (SBPL) MB200 Comp atible Command INTERFACES RS-232C Mini DIN (specified) Optical Coupling 3-Wire Cooked Mode Infrared communication (compliant with IrDA S tandard Ve r 1 .
Unit 1: Technical Data MB200i Operator Manual Page 1-5 Dispenser sensor Fixed SENSING.
Unit 1: Technical Data Page 1-6 MB200i Operator Manual LABEL PRINTING MODES Continuous Printing Dispenser Printing Journal Printing (no sensing) Linerless Printing SELF-DIAGNOSIS Head Check Cover Open.
Unit 1: Technical Data MB200i Operator Manual Page 1-7 HARDWARE AND RELATED Switches POWER, PRINT , F EED buttons, DIP switches Indicators ST A TUS LED: One (lights in three colors: green, red and orange).
Unit 1: Technical Data Page 1-8 MB200i Operator Manual Environment (RoHS) < 0.1% o f Hexavale nt chromium compounds, lead and its compounds, mercury and it s compounds, polybromi- nated biphenyl (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) compounds < 0.
Unit 1: Technical Data MB200i Operator Manual Page 1-9 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The MB200i direct thermal printer is supported by a wide range of accessories to increase its flexibility. POWER ITEMS Figure 1-1, S p are battery pack Spare battery pack —having a spare pack reduce s inte rruption during extended periods of printer operation.
Unit 1: Technical Data Page 1-10 MB200i Operator Ma nual Figure 1-3, Single slot battery charger Single-slot Battery Charger —u se this to charge a battery pack without using the printer connected to an AC outlet. Figure 1-4, Five-slot batte ry charger Five-slot Battery Charger —use this to ch arge multiple spare battery packs at the same time.
Unit 1: Technical Data MB200i Operator Manual Page 1-11 PORTABILITY ENHANCEMENTS Figure 1-5, Belt Holder Belt Hook and Belt Holder —allows users to attach or detach the printer for the waist belt easily. Figure 1-6, Attach printer to the belt holder Installation: Pass your belt through the belt holder.
Unit 1: Technical Data Page 1-12 MB200i Operator Ma nual Figure 1-8, Preparin g the Shoulder S trap Shoulder Strap —allows users to hang the printer from the shoulder. Installation: Thread the shoulder strap through the strap holes on the p rinter , from the out side to the inside.
Unit 1: Technical Data MB200i Operator Manual Page 1-13 Figure 1- 10, Holster-waist case Holster-waist case — a protective case that han gs from the waist for transporting the printer. Figure 1- 1 1, Pinch th e Holster-waist case wit h the belt clip Installation: Pinch the Holster-waist case with the belt clip of the printer.
Unit 1: Technical Data Page 1-14 MB200i Operator Ma nual.
Unit 2: Overview MB200i Operator Manual Page 2-1 OVERVIEW • Overview.
Unit 2: Overview Page 2-2 MB200i Operator Manual OVERVIEW This manual is laid out consistent with the pr oduct discussed and provides all of the information required for operation of the MB200i printer. A comprehensive Table Of Contents provid ed at the front of this manual facilitates rapid movement within.
Unit 2: Overview MB200i Operator Manual Page 2-3 electricity or radio interference is presen t, may shorten the communication distance , or even disable communication. “Bluetooth” is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc., USA., and is used herein under license.
Unit 2: Overview Page 2-4 MB200i Operator Manual U SAGE S AFETY • Do not place the printer in a hot or cold place The operation temperature ra nge is -15°C to 50°C (for wireless LAN: 0 to 50°C) where humidity is less than 80% and does not cause condensation.
Unit 2: Overview MB200i Operator Manual Page 2-5 Foreign Matter Do not drop or insert metallic or flammable object s into the openings on the printer (such as outlets for cables) . If any of these should fall into the print er , immediately turn of f the power and contact your nearest dealer or service center .
Unit 2: Overview Page 2-6 MB200i Operator Manual U SAGE P RECAUTIONS Table 2-3, Usage Precautions Locat ion Do not locate the printer in a reas with high humidity or dew . If dew forms inside the printer , immediately turn it of f, and do not use it until the dew has dried up.
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-1 SETUP •S e t u p.
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-2 MB200i Operator Manual SETUP UNPACKING THE PRINTER Figure 3-1, Unp acking the printer N OTES : If any component shown here is missing, con tac t your nearest dealer or service center. The printer is shipped with an integ rated belt clip and a battery pack.
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-3 PART NAMES Figure 3-2, Part s Identification N OTES : The MB200i has an option to install a set of rubber boots to the exterior at the factory. The appearance is similar, except on two sides. Thi s do cument shows the picture of the printer without the rubber boot installe d.
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-4 MB200i Operator Manual Figure 3-3, S pecific Parts I dentification * 1 Operation panel with LCD is built in th e wireless LAN interface model only (for manufacture option). * 2 Operation panel with LCD for wireless LA N interface model has CHARGE LED (for manufacture option).
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-5 FUNCTIONS OF VARIOUS PARTS RS-232C connector Allows connection to a computer or handy terminal Label guide Set to meet the size of the label used RS-232C .
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-6 MB200i Operator Manual CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK WITH A CHARGER If you purchase the optional battery charger, you can use it to charge the supplied battery pack. Follow the steps below: Figure 3-4, Charging the Battery Pack with a Cha rger 1.
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-7 CHARGING THE BATTERY P ACK WITH THE PRINTER If you purchased the optional AC ada pter or your printer comes with the supplied AC adapter, the printer can be used to charge the suppl ied battery pack. Follow the steps below: Figure 3-5, Charging the Battery Pack with the Printer 1.
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-8 MB200i Operator Manual USING THE BATTERY PACK Turn the printer off before removing or re placing the battery. I NSERTION Figure 3-6, Unlatching Battery Co mpartment Co ver 1. Unlatch the battery compart ment cover . Figure 3-7, Inserting Battery Pack 2.
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-9 R EMOVAL Figure 3-8, Removing the Battery Pack N OTES : Remove the battery pack only when the ST ATUS LED is OFF. When the printer is turned off, the STATUS LED goes off. Do not remove the battery while the STATUS LED is on.
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-10 MB200i Operator Ma nual USING THE OPTIONAL AC ADAPTER FOR POWER If you purchased the optional AC adapter or you r printer comes with the supplied AC adapter, the printer can be operated on AC powe r instead of the supplied battery pack.
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-11 LOADING THE LABEL RO LL (CONTINUOUS MODE) The method of installing lab el media varies with your choice of the two possible print mode s— continuous or dispense mode. Figure 3-10, Continuous Mode Figure 3-1 1, Sliding Dispenser Unit Down 1.
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-12 MB200i Operator Ma nual Figure 3-13, Adjusting Label Gu ide Dial 3. Lift up the labe l guide adjust dial cover and tu rn the dial till the label g uides press loosely against label roll. Figure 3-14, Ensuring the La bel Roll rotates 4.
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-13 Figure 3-15, Closing the Cover 5. Close the cover af ter confirming that the leading edge of the label is ou tside the printer .
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-14 MB200i Operator Ma nual Figure 3-18, Peeling the First Label on T op of Roll 2. Peel the first label on the top of the label. This step is unnecessary when a linerless label is used. Figure 3-19, Inserting Label Roll 3. Insert the label roll into the printer .
Unit 3: Setup MB200i Operator Manual Page 3-15 Figure 3-21, Ensuring Label Roll Rot ates 5. Adjust the label guides by hand to ensure that the label roll can be rotated smoothly .
Unit 3: Setup Page 3-16 MB200i Operator Ma nual Figure 3-23, Sliding T ear-off Bar 8. With the printer ’s ope rations panel facing you, hold it with two hands, and put your thumbs on the two sets of parallel bars molded in the Dispenser unit on either side of the dark gray Cover Release Lever .
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-1 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION • Operation and Configuration.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-2 MB200i Operator Manual OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION TURNING THE PRINTER ON OR OFF After setting up the printer and label ro ll in Section 3, you can now operate the printer properly. Figure 4-1, Location of Power Butto n TURNING THE PRINTER ON Press and hold the POWER button.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-3 SETTING THE DIP SWITCHES Figure 4-3, Location of DIP Switch Cov er 1. See DSW switch cover in Figure 4-3. Orient the printer with the DSW switch cover facing you. Figure 4-4, Printer with DIP Switch Cover Open 2.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-4 MB200i Operator Manual PERFORMING A TEST PRINT Users can perform test pr ints to evaluate the print quality and also diagnose p roblems. Figure 4-5, Printer with DIP Switch Cover Open Figure 4-6, Pressing POWER and FEED buttons 1.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-5 Figure 4-7, Printing a T est Print 3. Press the POWER button while pressing and holding down the FEED button. The printer enters the test mode. Press the FEED b utton again to do a test print.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-6 MB200i Operator Manual PRINTING VIA THE RS-232C INTERFACE Use the following procedure to print by connecting to a computer or a handy terminal through an RS-232C cable option. Figure 4-8, Inserting RS-232C Cable 1.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-7 INPUT AND OUTPUT SIGNALS PRINTING VIA THE IRDA INTERFACE Use the following procedure to print through th e IrDA interface. 1. Ensure that the DIP switch 1 is set to ON and DIP switch 2 to 4 are OFF .
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-8 MB200i Operator Manual N OTES : • IrDA utilizes 3-wire cook ed method of transporting dat a. • IrDA communication is limited to a 5.9 to 7.9 in ches (15 to 20 cm) range. • The usable range may vary depending on the usag e environment, or the capabilities of other IrDA devices.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-9 2. Synchronize Bluetooth settings After setting the DIP-switches, the next step is to ensure that both Bluetooth devices are configured to operate with the same PIN code and Authentication mode se ttings.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-10 MB200i Operator Ma nual OPTIONAL LCD SCREEN The Wireless LAN version of the printer is factor y-fitted with a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-11 PRINTER CONFIGURATION The keys of the operato r panel and DIP switches are used either singularly or in conjun ction to perform configuration activities. The DIP switch complex is accessible from the right housing cover.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-12 MB200i Operator Ma nual IRDA QUICK REFERENCE TABLE DESCRIPTION DIP SWITCHES COVER PRINT KEY FEED KEY Normal Mode ON OFF OFF OFF Closed OFF OF F User T est.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-13 CONFIGURATION MODES This chapter provides an overview of the various configuration modes o f the operation menu. All of the following configuration acti vities are perf ormed via the use of the operator panel located on the printer front.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-14 MB200i Operator Ma nual LABEL SENSOR SELECTION This function allows for the determination of t he sensor to be used to control label positioning relative to the media type that will be used. The two options are; I-mark and gap.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-15 DISPENSE MODE This feature allows for the deter mination of the method of dispense . AUTO Prints a single label after receiving dat a, waits for the label to be retrieved, then automatically prints the next label.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-16 MB200i Operator Ma nual DOWNLOAD MODE This download feature a llows the operator to download print jobs to the printer. The data is received through an RS232C interface in binary form using XMODEM protocol for file transfer.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-17 The block number starts from 1, and when count ing to 255, the number goes back to 0 again. If the block number is [01h], complement of block number becomes [FEh]. In the main data, the section of data by 128 bytes is stored.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-18 MB200i Operator Ma nual FONT DOWNLOAD MODE A flash ROM is used to internally store and del ete font data and custom designed data. The storage capacity for custom designed characters is a maximum of 95 for each of type of 16 x 16, 22 x 22, 24 x 24 dots.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-19 DOWNLOAD FONT REGISTRATION ST ATUS D ESCRIPTION ACSII HEX TRANSFER Not Already S tor ed A 41 Printer to Ho st Already S tored B 42 .
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-20 MB200i Operator Ma nual ONLINE COMMAND MODE This function allows the selection of receiving command by using either standard SATO Barco de Printer Language (SBPL) or fi rst generation MB200 compat ible commands.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-21 CRC (CYCLIC REDUNDA NCY CHECK) MODE Allows the operator to enable or disable the Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC) for each received print data when using wireless LAN or Bluetooth interface.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-22 MB200i Operator Ma nual SLEEP & AUTO-OFF MODE This mode is a non-interactive mode that is p rov ided to explain the timed sequence of events that relate to the printer going into sleep mode and then further into offline mo de.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-23 PRINTING PROCEDURE After the proper setup and basic config uration procedures, you are ready to print with th e MB200i. 1. Make sure the host computer is re ady to transmit data, a nd ensure that the ST A TUS LED is lit or blinking.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-24 MB200i Operator Ma nual ADJUSTING PRINTING FOR LINERLESS LABELS When printing on a continuous label ro ll (linerless label without perforat ion), if you tear off a label at the wrong place, proceed as f ollows.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-25 CHOOSING THE LABEL DISPENSING MODE You can choose to dispense labels in Continuous Mode and Dispens e Mode.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-26 MB200i Operator Ma nual To switch between Auto or Manual Print for the Dispense Mode, se t the DIP switches as outlined below, and then hold down the PRINT or FEED button when turning the printer ON. The new settings take effect when the printer is next turned ON.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-27 NORMAL MODE Note: The Battery indicator (all models except WLAN model) remains lit even when th e printer is OFFLINE. During the S tandby state, the printer resumes normal operational st atus upon sensing any incoming data or pressing of the bu ttons.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-28 MB200i Operator Ma nual Figure 4-23, Sample T est Print Table 4-3, STATUS LED behavior in Test Print Mode Operational S t ate ST A TUS LED LED Action ENTE.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration MB200i Operator Manual Page 4-29 HEAD CHECK SETTING MODE Head checking can be applied to one of two areas: the normal print area a nd the barcode print area . In the normal print area, it checks all printed data. In the barcode print area, it only che cks the area where the barcode is.
Unit 4: Operation and Configuration Page 4-30 MB200i Operator Ma nual OFFSET CONFIGURATION VIA PROGRAMMING The following offset adjustments for the MB200i printer are usually unnecessary. Almost all adjustments are electrical in n ature due to the printer’s advanced se lf aligning and balancing design features.
Unit 5: Operating Modes MB200i Operator Manual Page 5-1 OPERATING MODES • Operating Modes.
Unit 5: Operating Modes Page 5-2 MB200i Operator Manual OPERATING MODES ENABLING AND DISABLIN G SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Through a combination of DIP switch settings and turning the printer ON with certain but tons held down, you can enable or disab l e special functions/features.
Unit 5: Operating Modes MB200i Operator Manual Page 5-3 N OTES : A small label may produce a large amount of data when p rinting a Hex Dump. When the onboard buzzer is enabled, it will sou nd when the printer is turned ON during DIP switch setting. Release the FEED button to stop the buzze r.
Unit 5: Operating Modes Page 5-4 MB200i Operator Manual This p age intentionally lef t blank..
Unit 6: Cleanin g and Maintenance MB200i Operator Manual Page 6-1 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE • Cleaning and Maintenance.
Unit 6: Cleaning and Maintenance Page 6-2 MB200i Operator Manual CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE By cleaning and maintaining the printer regularly, yo u will prolong its durability and reliability, and also reduce the inconvenience of unnecessary ma lfunctio ns.
Unit 6: Cleanin g and Maintenance MB200i Operator Manual Page 6-3 CLEANING THE PLATEN AND DISPENSER ROLLER Users can perform test prints to evaluate the print quality and also diagnose problems. Figure 6-3, Opening the Cover 1. Slide the Cover Open/Close lever downward s to release the cover .
Unit 6: Cleaning and Maintenance Page 6-4 MB200i Operator Manual Figure 6-5, Cleaning the Dispenser Roller 2. Wipe off any dirt using isopropyl alcohol.
Unit 7: Troubleshooting MB200i Operator Manual - TROUBLESHOOTING • T roubleshooting.
Unit 7: Trou bleshoot ing Page 7-2 MB200i Operator Manual T ROUBLESHOOTING When you experience any p roblems operating the printer, refer to the following ta bles. WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF... T able 7-1, Problem and Remedy T able PRINT FAULT CAUSE REMEDY Smudged printing 1.
Unit 7: Troubleshooting MB200i Operator Manual - ERROR INDICATORS T able 7-2, Error Indicators ST ATUS LED MO DE DESCRIPTION CAUSE REMEDY Light (red) All modes Low battery Battery charge level is low .
Unit 7: Trou bleshoot ing Page 7-4 MB200i Operator Manual * Contact your nearest dealer or SATO representative for support W ARNING: Never connect or disconnect interface cables (or use a switch box) with power applied to either the printer or the hos t.
Unit 7: Troubleshooting MB200i Operator Manual - LCD ERROR MESSAGES (WLAN MODEL ONLY ) T able 7-3, LCD Error Messages (WLAN model only) ST ATUS (LED) DESCRIPTION REMEDY Illegal Program Error / Flash R.
Unit 7: Trou bleshoot ing Page 7-6 MB200i Operator Manual (*1) Electric field strength for wireless LAN is not displayed. (*2) Electric field strength for wireless LAN is displayed only when wire less LAN is set as interface.
Unit 8: Sato Contacts MB200i Operator Manual Page 8-1 SATO CONTACTS • SA TO Group of Comp anies.
Unit 8: Sato Contacts Page 8-2 MB200i Operator Manual SATO GROUP OF COMPANIES • Extensive cont act information of worldwide SA TO operations can be found on the Internet at www.sat oworldwide.com Asia Pacific & Oceania Region SATO ASIA PACIFIC PTE.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il SATO 200i è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del SATO 200i - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso SATO 200i imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul SATO 200i ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il SATO 200i, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del SATO 200i.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il SATO 200i. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo SATO 200i insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.