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    TOSHIBA Barcode Printer B-SV4D SERIES Owner’s Manual Mode d’emploi Bedienungsanleitung Manual de instrucciones Gebruikershandleiding Manuale Utente Manual do Utilizador[...]

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    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. Copyright © 2006 by TOSHIBA TEC [...]

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    TOSHIBA Barcode Printer B-SV4D SERIES Owner’s Manual[...]

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    Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 ( ) 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. All warnings and cautions contained in this manual should be read and underst ood before handling or maintaining the equipm en[...]

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    Safety Summary ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 ( ) 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. Continued use of the machine in that condition may cause fire or e[...]

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    ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................... E1 -1 1.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. ...... E1-1 1.2 Features ...............[...]

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    1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 1.1 Introduction E1- 1 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Features 1.3 Unpacking 1.4 Accessories Thank you for choosing the TOSHIBA B-SV4D series barcode printer. This Owner’s Manual contains valuab le information from general set-up to confirming the printer's operation us ing test prints.[...]

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    1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 1.4 Accessories E1- 2  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. (As of September 2004) Country Agency Certification mark Country Agency Certi[...]

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    1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 1.5 Appearance E1- 3 1.5 Appearance 1.5.1 Dimensions 1.5.2 Front View 1.5.3 Rear View The names of the parts or units introdu ced in this section are used in the following chapters. Dimensions in mm (inches) Power Jack Power Switch Rear Media Guide Parallel Interface Connector (Centronics) (Not availabl[...]

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    1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 1.5 Appearance E1- 4 1.5.4 Interior 1.5.5 Button and Indicator Lamp The FEED/PAUSE Button and the Indicator Lamp have the following functions: As the FEED button • Pressing this button when the printer is in online state causes a media feed. • Pressing this button after removing a cause of an error [...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.1 Precautions E2- 1 2. PRINTER SETUP 2.1 Precautions 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 perform ing a test print. To insure the best operating environment, [...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.2 Procedure before Operation E2- 2 2.2 Procedure before Operation 2.3 Turning the Printer ON/OFF 2.3.1 Turning ON the Printer This section describes the outline of the printer setup. 1. Unpack the accessories and printer from the box. 2. Refer to Safety Precautions in this manual and set up the printer a[...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer E2- 3 2.3.2 Turning OFF the Printer 2.4 Connecting the Cables to the Printer 1. Before turning off the printer power switch verify that the Indicator Lamp is illuminated in green, not flashing. 2. To turn OFF the printer power press the power switch as shown in the [...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.5 Connecting the Power Adapter and the Power Cord E2- 4 2.5 Connecting the Power Adapter and the Power Cord 1. Make sure that the printer power switch is in the OFF (O) position. 2 . Insert the Power Cord into th e inlet of the Power Adapter. 3. Insert the Power Adapter connector into the Power Jack on t[...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.6 Loading the Media E2- 5 2.6 Loading the Media This section describes in detail how to load the media. 1. Turn OFF the printer and open the Top Cover. 2. When the inner core diameter of the media roll is 25.4 mm (1”), remove the Media Holder Spacers from the Media Holders. The Media Holder Spacers are[...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.6 Loading the Media E2- 6 2.6 Loading the Media (Cont.) 6. Feed the media between the Media Guides. 7. Pull the media until it extends past the Media Outlet. 8. Adjust the Media Guide position to the media width by rotating the Media Guide Adjustment Knob. 9. Make sure that the media path through the pri[...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.6 Loading the Media E2- 7 Strip Feed Roller 2.6 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 followin[...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.6 Loading the Media E2- 8 2.6 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 will be required. 1. Fit the protrusions on the bottom of the printer into the holes in the [...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.7 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities E2- 9 2.7 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities 2.7.1 Media Sensor Calibration 2.7.2 Self Print Test and Dump Mode This utility is used to calibrate th e sensitivit y of the Feed Gap/Black Mark Sensor. It is[...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.7 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities E2-10 2.7.2 Self Print Test and Dump Mode (Cont.) Print test label sample The test print contents should be changed by the following commands and parameters: PROGRAM VERSION: VX.XX XXXX --- Fi rmware version and checksum TONE ADJUST: +X[...]

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    2. PRINTER SETUP ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 2.7 Media Sensor Calibration, Self Print Test, and Dump Mode Utilities E2-11 2.7.2 Self Print Test and Dump Mode (Cont.) INFORMATION: ------------------------------- Printed only when some information is stored in the flash ROM TOTAL FEED ----------------------------------- Total feed distance IP ADDRESS -[...]

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    3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 3.1 Cleaning E3- 1 3. MAINTENANCE 3.1 Cleaning 3.1.1 Print Head This chapter describes how to pe rform routine ma intenance. To ensure the continuous high quality operation of your printer, you should perform a regular maintenance routine. For high throughput it should be done on a daily basis. Fo r low thro[...]

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    3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 3.1 Cleaning E3- 2 3.1.2 Platen/Sensors 3.1.3 Cover 1. Wipe the Platen with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol. 2. Remove dust or paper particles from the Media Sensor and Cover Open Sensor using an air blower. Wipe the Cover with a dry soft cloth. Wipe off dirt with a soft cloth slightly moistened with wat[...]

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    3. MAINTENANCE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 3.2 Care/Handling of the Media E3- 3 3.2 Care/Handling of the Media • Do not store media for longer than the manufacturer’s recommended shelf life • Store media rolls on the flat end. Do not store them on the curved sides as this might flatten that side causing erratic media advance and poor print qual[...]

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    4. TROUBLESHOOTI NG ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 4.1 Troubleshooting Guide E4- 1 4. TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter lists the error messages, possible problems, and their solutions. 4.1 Troubleshooting Guide Problems Solutions The Online Indicator Lamp (green) is not illuminated. 1. Check that the Power Cord is properly connected. 2. If the LED on the AC[...]

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    APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 A1.1 Printer EA1- 1 APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS Appendix 1 describes the printer specifications a nd supplies for use on the B-SV4D printer. A1.1 Printer The following are the printer specifications. Item Specifications AC100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz 100 to 120V: 2.7 A, 64.8 W maximum , 200 to 240V: 2.6 A,[...]

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    APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 A1.2 Options EA1- 2 A1.2 Options Option Name Type Description Keyboard display unit KB-75-QM-R This m odule is an external intelligent keyboard display unit. Cutter module B-SV204-QM-R B-SV404-QM-R A cutter unit that makes stub cuts. A cutter unit that makes normal cuts. Strip sensor B-SV904-H-QM-[...]

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    APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 A1.3 Media EA1- 3 A1.3.1 Media Type (Cont.) Unit: mm (inch) Issue mode Item Batch mode Strip mode Cut mode c Width including backing paper 25.4 to 112 (1.0 to 4.4) d Media width Min. 17 (0.7) e Media pitch 10 to 609 (0.39 to 24.0) 15 to 609 (0.59 to 24.0) f Media length Min. 10 (0.39) Min. 15 (0.5[...]

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    APPENDIX 1 SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 A1.3 Media EA1- 4 A1.3.4 Effective Print Area The figure below illustrates the relation between th e head effective print width and media width. The figure below shows the effective print area on the media. 2 mm 112.0 mm (Max. media width) 108.0 mm ± 0.2mm (Head Effective Print Range) Out of prin[...]

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    APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE EA2- 1 APPENDIX 2 INTERFACE  Interface Cables To prevent radiation and reception of electrical no ise, the interface cables must meet the following requirements: • Fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector housings. • Keep as short as possible. • Should [...]

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    GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 GLOSSARIES 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. Reading bar codes is a fast and accurate[...]

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    INDEX ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 INDEX INDEX B Backing paper A1-3 Bar code A1-1 Batch mode 2-6 Black mark A1-2 Black mark length A1-3 Black mark sensor 2-6, 2-9 C Centronics 1-4, 2-2, 2-3, A1-1 Cover open sensor 1-4, 3-2 Cut mode 2-7 Cutter module A1-2 D Dimensions 1-3, A1-1 E Effective print range A1-4 External media roll hanger 2-8 F Feed gap sens[...]

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    INDEX ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33061 INDEX S Serial interface 1-3, 2-3, A1-1, A2-1 Strip mode 2-7 Supply voltage A1-1 T Tag paper A1-2 Thermal direct A1-1 3”-diameter media shaft 2-8 Two-dimensional code A1-1 U USB interface 2-3, A1-1 W Weight A1-1[...]

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