BIXOLON XT3-40 Series User manual

User’s Manual
XT3-40 Series
Industrial Label Printer
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Table of Contents
Copyright............................................................................................................................4
WARNING & CAUTION.......................................................................................................8
Manual Introduction.......................................................................................................10
Printer Introduction........................................................................................................11
1. Content Confirmation .................................................................................................12
2. Product Part Names ....................................................................................................13
2-1 Printer Part Names.......................................................................................................... 13
2-2 Major Control Part Names.............................................................................................. 17
2-2-1 Control Panel ............................................................................................................. 17
2-2-2 Detailed Descriptions................................................................................................ 18
3. Installation & Usage....................................................................................................22
3-1 Printer Installation Placings ........................................................................................... 22
3-2 Power Connection ........................................................................................................... 23
3-3 Interface............................................................................................................................ 24
3-3-1 Standard Interface .................................................................................................... 25
3-3-2 Option Interface ........................................................................................................ 26
3-4 Media Installation............................................................................................................ 27
3-4-1 Media Installation Method of Standard Model...................................................... 27
3-4-2 Media Installation Method of Auto Cutter (optional) Model................................ 30
3-4-3 Media Installation Method of Peeler (Optional) Model ........................................ 31
3-4-4 Media Installation(Remove) Method of Rewinder(optional-Liner Take-up only) Model ................ 34
3-4-5 How To Install Media Externally .............................................................................. 39
3-5 Ribbon Installation .......................................................................................................... 40
3-5-1 Ribbon Type ............................................................................................................... 40
3-5-2 Ribbon Installation Method ..................................................................................... 41
3-5-3 Load Adjustment by Ribbon Length........................................................................ 42
3-5-4 Ribbon Remove Method........................................................................................... 43
3-6 Printer Head Load Control Method ............................................................................... 44
3-7 Ribbon Guide Control Method ....................................................................................... 45
4. Setting ..........................................................................................................................47
4-1 Menu Composition .......................................................................................................... 47
4-2 Menu Select Method ....................................................................................................... 50
4-3 Setting Confirm Method ................................................................................................. 52
4-4 Setting Menu Explanation .............................................................................................. 54
4-5 Interface Menu Explanation ........................................................................................... 58
4-5-1 Serial ........................................................................................................................... 58
4-5-2 Ethernet...................................................................................................................... 59
4-5-3 WLAN .......................................................................................................................... 60
4-5-4 Bluetooth.................................................................................................................... 63
4-6 Sensor Menu Explanation............................................................................................... 64

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4-7 Files Menu Explanation ................................................................................................... 65
4-7-1 Saved File.................................................................................................................... 65
4-7-2 Twin Function............................................................................................................. 66
4-7-3 Firmware Update....................................................................................................... 71
4-8 Tools Menu Explanation.................................................................................................. 72
4-9 Info Menu Explanation.................................................................................................... 74
5. Detailed Features ........................................................................................................75
5-1 Pause/Cancel.................................................................................................................... 75
5-1-1 Pause/Resume Function........................................................................................... 75
5-1-2 Print Cancellation ...................................................................................................... 76
5-2 Smart Media Detection ................................................................................................... 77
5-3 Gap Sensor Auto Calibration Mode ............................................................................... 78
5-4 Black Mark Sensor Auto Calibration Mode ................................................................... 79
5-5 Media Sensor Manual-Calibration ................................................................................. 80
5-6 Sensor Sensitivity............................................................................................................. 82
5-7 Data Dump Mode ............................................................................................................ 82
5-8 Factory Reset.................................................................................................................... 83
5-9 Print Standby Mode......................................................................................................... 83
5-9-1 About Print Standby Mode....................................................................................... 83
5-9-2 How to switch the printer from Standby Mode to Print Ready Mode................. 83
6. Maintenance ................................................................................................................84
6-1 Cleaning Printer............................................................................................................... 84
6-2 Cleaning Printer Head..................................................................................................... 85
6-3 Cleaning Platen Roller..................................................................................................... 86
6-4 Cleaning Peeler Module (optional)................................................................................ 87
7. Specifications ...............................................................................................................88
7-1 Printer Specifications....................................................................................................... 88
7-2 Label Types Specifications .............................................................................................. 88

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Copyright
© BIXOLON Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
This user manual and all property of the product are protected under copyright law.
It is strictly prohibited to copy, store, and transmit the whole or any part of the manual
and any property of the product without the prior written approval of BIXOLON Co., Ltd.
The information contained herein is designed only for use with this BIXOLON product.
BIXOLON is not responsible for any direct or indirect damages, arising from or related to
use of this information.
• The BIXOLON logo is the registered trademark of BIXOLON Co., Ltd.
•All other brand or product names are trademarks of their respective companies or
organizations.
BIXOLON maintains ongoing efforts to enhance and upgrade the functions and quality
of all our products.
In the following, product specifications and/or user manual content may be changed
without prior notice.
Caution
Electronics, such as printers, are prone to damage by static electricity. Therefore, to
protect the printer from static electricity, be sure to turn off the printer before
connecting or disconnecting the cable to the rear of the printer. If the printer is
damaged by static electricity, contact your local dealer.
This euipmeqnt is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
When the printer is operating with the media cover open, do not wear anything that can
touch the drive, such as clothing, necklaces, rings, watches, or employee certificates
close to it. Also, keep yourself away from the printer as it is dangerous for some parts of
the body to come into contact with it. If an object or part of your body touches the drive,
immediately disconnect the power cord or turn off the power switch on the back of the
product.

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Warning
Hazardous moving parts
Keep fingers and other body parts away
Pull the print head lever can be stop all moving parts.
IEC 60417-6057 (2011-05) for other moving parts.
Mise en garde
Les appareils électroniques, tels que les imprimantes, risquent d'être endommagés par
l'électricité statique. Par conséquent, pour protéger l’imprimante de l’électricité statique,
veillez à l’éteindre avant de connecter ou de déconnecter le câble situé à l’arrière de
celle-ci. Si l'imprimante est endommagée par l'électricité statique, contactez votre
revendeur local
Cet appareil n’est pas adapté d’utilser dans des endroits où des enfants sont
probablement d'être présents.
Lorsque l'imprimante fonctionne avec le capot ouvert, ne portez rien qui puisse entrer
en contact avec le mécanisme, tel que des vêtements, des colliers, des bagues, des
montres ou des certificats d'employé à proximité. Éloignez-vous également de
l’imprimante car il est dangereux que certaines parties du corps entrent en contact avec
celle-ci. Si un objet ou une partie de votre corps entre en contact avec le mécanisme,
débranchez immédiatement le câble d'alimentation ou éteignez l’interrupteur situé à
l'arrière du produit.
Attention
Pièces mobiles dangereuses
Veillez à ce que vos doigts ou toute partie du corps n’entre(nt) pas en contact avec ces
pièces. Tirez le levier de la tête d'impression pour arrêter toutes les pièces en movement.
IEC 60417-6057 (2011-05) pour les autres pièces mobiles.

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Compliance information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at
least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons.
Caution: Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Class A Digital Device : Wired Device
This Apparatus complies with class “A” limits for radio interference as specified in the
Canadian department of communications radio interference regulations.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Appareil numérique de classe A: appareil filaire
Get appareil est conforme aux normes class “A” d’interference radio tel que specifier
par ministre canadien des communications dans les reglements d’interference radio.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conform à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Waste Electrical and Electric Equipment (WEEE)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that is should
not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life, To
prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes
and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product,
or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for
environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check
the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed
with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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WARNING & CAUTION
It describes death, physical injuries, serious financial losses, and damage
to data etc. that can be caused to the user.
Do not connect multiple products to one
single power outlet. Do not connect the
product to a loose power outlet.
Use only power outlets that meet the
standard. Connect the power cord only to
a grounded power outlet. Noncompliance
may cause electric shock or fire.
Use only authentic products from
BIXOLON. The company will not provide
post-sale support for damage or other
quality issues that any fake
(refurbished) products may incur.
Do not bend or strain the power cord
excessively. Push the power cord all the way
into the power outlet lest it remain loose. Make
sure to hold the cord tight when separating it
from the power outlet. Do not remove the
power cord while the product is in use.
Noncompliance may cause electric shock or
fire.
Keep small accessories or other packaging
materials away from young children.
Beware: children may swallow them.
Mishandling the product may incur
injuries. If a child has swallowed any
such thing, see a doctor at once.
Do not touch the power cord with wet
hands when pulling it from a power outlet.
If the power plug or outlet is smeared with
extraneous matter, wipe it with a dry cloth.
Noncompliance may cause electric
shock or fire.
Do not allow the product to be
damaged by heavy objects.
Noncompliance may cause electric
shock or fire.

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If the product emits a strange sound, burning
smell, or smoke, turn off the power immediately
and unplug the power cord. If the product is
dropped or its exterior is damaged, turn off the
power immediately and unplug the power cord.
Do not subject the product to shock. It may
start a fire. It may damage the product.
Install the product in a well-ventilated place by keeping it
a certain distance from the wall. The product installed in
certain places such as where a lot of fine dust is generated,
where the temperature is too high or too low, where there is
a lot of moisture or water, and at airports or stations that are
used continuously for a long time may suffer serious quality
problems due to the influence of the surrounding
environment. An increase in internal temperature may
start a fire. Be sure to contact the place of purchase
before installing the product.
Install the product in a fixed place
preventing it from tipping over. When
moving the product, turn off the power and
disconnect all cables connected to the
product, including the power cord. It may
damage the product.
Never disassemble, repair, or modify
the product at your own discretion.
When repair is necessary, contact
the place of purchase.
Do not let any foreign substances
enter the product. Do not place heavy
objects, liquids, or metals on the
product. It may start a fire.
It may damage the product.
If there is a problem with the
product, please contact the place of
purchase. In addition, Bixolon
website (http://www.bixolon.com)
provides product repair.

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Manual Introduction
This manual provides basic information on printers and provides ways to install, use,
and check them.
In order to protect the safety of users and prevent property damage, be fully familiar
with this manual before using the product. Please use it.
Manual Symbol Introduction
Precaution
& Warning
It describes death, physical injuries, serious financial losses,
and damage to data etc. that can be caused to the user.
Note
It provides additional information on the function and
performance of the product.

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Printer Introduction
XT3-40 series printers have been designed to be connected to various types of electronic
devices such as computer peripheral devices.
The main features of the printer are as follows
1. Industrial Label Printer
2. Thermal Transfer / Direct Thermal Printing
3. XT3-40: Max 8ips(203mm/s) Print Speed
XT3-43: Max 6ips(152mm/s) Print Speed
4. Print Width/Length: 108mm/4,000mm(XT3-40), 105.7mm/2,000mm(XT3-43)
5. Media Width/Outer Diameter/Inner Diameter/Thickness: 20~114mm/203mm/
1~3inch/0.06~0.25mm
6. Ribbon Width/Length/Type: Max 110mm/450m/Wax, Wax Resin, Resin, Outside,
Inside
7. Movable Transmissive Sensor, Movable Reflective Sensor
8. 128MByte Flash/128MByte SDRAM
9. 2.4 Inch Color Graphics TFT LCD + Keypad
10. Option: Auto Cutter, Peeler, Rewinder(include peeler)
11. Support for multiple interfaces
- Standard: USB & Serial & Ethernet
- Option: Parallel, Bluetooth, WLAN
Product Symbol Introduction
AC (Alternation Current)
DC (Direct Current)
USB

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1. Content Confirmation
The following items should all be contained in the printer package.
Contact the dealer from which the purchase was made if any item is damaged and/or
missing.
Product
Basic Components
Power Cord
Quick Manual
Option Components
Serial (RS-232C) Cable
Parallel (IEEE1284) Cable
USB Cable

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2. Product Part Names
2-1 Printer Part Names
Front
1
Control Panel
2
Media Cover
1
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Back
1
Ethernet Port
5
Rear Access Slot(Media)
2
USB Port
6
Power Connector
3
USB Host Port
7
Power Switch
4
Serial(RS-232C) Port
1
2
3
4
6
7
5

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Internal
1
Printer Head Pressure
Adjustment
5
Ribbon Take-up Spindle
2
Cover STD
6
Ribbon Supply Spindle
3
Printer Head Lever
7
Media Holder
4
Rear Media Guide
8
Media Fixing Guide
1
Ribbon Sensor
4
Front Media Guide
2
Platen Roller
5
Black Mark Sensor (Green LED)
3
Printer Head
6
Gap & Notch Sensor (Red LED)
1
3
3
5
5
6
7
8
4
2
1
3
4
5
6
2

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Printer Option
Auto Cutter
Peeler + Rewinder
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2-2 Major Control Part Names
2-2-1 Control Panel
No
Description
1
Printer status LED
2
Interface status icon
3
Date, Time
4
Model name
5
Firmware version
6
Printer status
7
Main icon
8
Ethernet IP, WLAN IP
9
Function button
10
Direction button, Selection button
11
Printer operation button
1
2
4
6
8
9
3
10
11
7
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2-2-2 Detailed Descriptions
2-2-2-1 Printer Status LED
List
Status
Explanation
ON
Printer power on
OFF
Printer power off
ON
Waiting for data reception
BLINK
Receiving data
BLINK
Print error
OFF
In normal operation
2-2-2-2 Interface Status Icon
List
Status
Explanation
ON
Ethernet is connected
OFF
Ethernet is not connected
ON
Not connected to AP
OFF
WLAN communication is not supported
ON
Connected to AP, Strength: 4
ON
Connected to AP, Strength: 3
ON
Connected to AP, Strength: 2
ON
Connected to AP, Strength: 1
ON
Bluetooth is not connected to the host
OFF
Bluetooth communication is not supported
ON
Bluetooth is connected to the host
ON
USB device is connected
OFF
USB device is not connected
OFF
SD card is not installed
ON
Password feature is enabled
OFF
Password feature is disabled
2-2-2-3 Date, Time (RTC clock)
List
Explanation
YYYY-MM-DD
Date
12:00 AM/PM
Time

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2-2-2-4 Model Name
List
Explanation
XT3-40
Model name
2-2-2-5 Firmware Version
List
Explanation
V01.00
Firmware version
2-2-2-6 Printer Status
List
Explanation
READY
Ready for print
STANDBY
Standing by for user input
- button: Switch to Print Standby Mode without feeding any
media
- button: Feed one sheet of media to align the media
position
and switch to the Print Standby Mode
PRINTING
In printing
PAUSE
Printing pause
CANCEL
Canceled printing
F/W Downloading
Downloading firmware
PRINT HEAD OPEN
Printer head is open
PRINT HEAD OVER
TEMP
Printer head has reached the maximum temperature
PRINT HEAD
COLD TEMP
Printer head has reached the minimum temperature
AUTO CUTTER JAM
Media is stuck in the auto cutter blade
MEADIA OUT
Media is not installed correctly
RIBBON OUT
Ribbon is not installed correctly
MEADIA JAM
Media is jammed and not printing normally
SENSING FAIL
Media is not recognized normally

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2-2-2-7 Main Icons
List
Explanation
Printer settings
Interface settings
Sensor settings
File settings
Additional and other functions settings
Providing printer information
2-2-2-8 Ethernet IP, WLAN IP
List
Explanation
LAN: 192.168.100.123
Ethernet IP
WLAN: 192.168.100.123
WLAN IP
(displayed only when WLAN is supported)
2-2-2-9 Function Button
List
Explanation
Used for selection, cancellation, storing,
and deletion
2-2-2-10 Direction Button, Selection Button
List
Explanation
Used for menu selection