BIXOLON XT5-43 User manual

User’s Manual
XT5-40 Series
Industrial Label Printer
Ver. 1.04
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Introduction
XT5-40 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. Max 356mm/s Print Speed
4. Print Width/Length: 104mm/4,000mm(XT5-40), 105.7mm/2,500mm(XT5-43),
105.6mm/1000mm(XT5-46)
5. Media Width/Outer Diameter/Inner Diameter/Thickness: 25~114mm/203mm/
1.5~3inch (ID 1 inch Core: Optional)/0.06~0.3mm
6. Ribbon Width/Length/Type: Max 110mm/450m/Wax, Wax Resin, Resin, Outside, Inside
7. Movable Transmissive Sensor, Movable Reflective Sensor
8. 512MByte Flash/512MByte SDRAM
9. 3.5 Inch Color Graphics TFT LCD + Keypad
10. Option: Auto Cutter, Rewinder, Peeler, 4.3 Inch Color Touch Screen TFT LCD
11. Support Interface: USB, Serial, Parallel, Ethernet, WLAN, Bluetooth
It is advisable to read the contents of this manual carefully before using the printer for the first
time.
※Use only authorized supplies that can be trusted!
- We are not responsible for quality and service for damage caused by the use of
unauthorized products (or recycled ones).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Content Confirmation ........................................................................................................ 9
2. Product Part Names......................................................................................................... 10
2-1 Printer Part Names........................................................................................................10
2-2 Major Control Part Names(Standard Model).................................................................13
2-2-1 Control Panel..........................................................................................................13
2-2-2 Detailed Descriptions.............................................................................................. 14
2-3 Major Control Part Names(Touch Screen Model) .........................................................18
2-3-1 Control Panel..........................................................................................................18
2-3-2 Detailed Descriptions.............................................................................................. 19
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 Rewinder(optional) Model .........................................31
3-4-4 Media Installation Method of Peeler (optional) Model ............................................. 36
3-4-5 Media Installation Method of Peeler + Rewinder(optional) Model........................... 39
3-4-6 Media Installation method for 1inch Media Core (optional) Model ..........................46
3-4-7 How To Install Media Externally..............................................................................47
3-5 How to Use Media Damper (Standard Model)...............................................................48
3-6 Ribbon Installation.........................................................................................................49
3-6-1 Ribbon Type............................................................................................................49
3-6-2 Ribbon Installation Method...................................................................................... 50
3-6-3 Load Adjustment by Ribbon Length........................................................................51
3-6-4 Ribbon Remove Method .........................................................................................52
3-7 Print Head Load Control Method...................................................................................53
3-8 Ribbon Guide Control Method....................................................................................... 54
3-9 How to Fine Tune Print Head Position ..........................................................................55
4. Printer Setting................................................................................................................... 58
4-1 Menu Composition(Standard Model).............................................................................58
4-2 Menu Composition(Touch Screen Model).....................................................................61
4-3 Menu Select Method(Standard Model)..........................................................................64
4-4 Setting Confirm Method(Standard Model).....................................................................66
4-5 Menu Select Method (Touch Screen Model).................................................................68
4-6 Setting Confirm Method(Touch Screen Model).............................................................69
4-7 Setting Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model).......................................... 71
4-8 Interface Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model).......................................75
4-8-1 Serial.......................................................................................................................75
4-8-2 Ethernet ..................................................................................................................76
4-8-3 WLAN...................................................................................................................... 77
4-8-4 Bluetooth................................................................................................................. 79
4-9 Sensor Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model) .........................................80

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4-10 Files Menu Explanation...............................................................................................81
4-10-1 Saved File............................................................................................................. 81
4-10-2 Twin Function........................................................................................................82
4-10-3 Firmware Update...................................................................................................87
4-11 Tools Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model).......................................... 88
4-12 Info Menu Explanation(Standard, Touch Screen Model).............................................90
5. Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 91
5-1 Cleaning Printer ............................................................................................................91
5-2 Cleaning Print Head......................................................................................................92
5-3 Cleaning Platen Roller...................................................................................................93
5-4 Cleaning Auto Cutter (optional).....................................................................................94
5-5 Cleaning Peeler Module (optional)................................................................................ 95
6. Printer Specifications ...................................................................................................... 96
6-1 Specifications................................................................................................................96
6-2 Label Types...................................................................................................................96

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Manual Information
This user’s guide contains basic information for product usage as well as for emergency
measures that may be required.
※The following separate manuals provide more detailed content on various technological
issues and areas.
1. Windows Driver Manual
This manual provides information on the installation instructions and main
functions of the Windows Driver.
2. Unified Label Utility-II Manual
This manual provides information on the usage of software for function selection
of this product, operating condition modification, etc.
3. Programming (SLCS) Manual
This manual provides information on label printer commands.
4. True Font Downloader Manual
This manual provides information on the usage of the font downloader that can
download True Fonts and facilitate their usage as Device Fonts.
5. Network Connection Manual
This manual provides information on the configuration and usage of network.
6. Bluetooth Connection manual
This manual provides information on connection instructions the Bluetooth interface.
7. Label Design Program Manual
This manual provides information on the usage of the Windows PC program that
can make labels by adding text, graphics, or barcodes at desired positions.
Safety Information
Warning: Warnings must be heeded carefully in order to prevent serious
physical harm.
Caution: Cautions must be heeded in order to prevent minor injuries, equipment
damage, or data loss.

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Symbol Information
AC (Alternating current)
DC (Direct current)
Note
Caution, Warning
USB

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Safety Precautions
In using the present appliance, please keep the following safety regulations in order to
prevent any hazard or material damage.
WARNING
Warnings must be heeded carefully in order to prevent serious physical harm.
Do not bend the cable by force or leave it under any
heavy object.
• A damaged cable can cause a fire.
Do not plug in or unplug with your hands wet.
•You can be electrocuted.
Keep the plastic bag out of children’s reach.
•If not, a child may put the bag on his head.
Do not pull the cable to unplug.
•This can damage the cable, which is the origin of a fire or a
breakdown of the printer.
Use only the supplied parts for AC/DC power
enclosed.
• Do not use any otherAC/DC enclosed as it may incur
danger.
Do not plug several products in one multi-outlet.
• This can provoke over-heating and a fire.
• If the plug is wet or dirty, dry or wipe it before usage.
• If the plug does not fit perfectly with the outlet, do not plug in.
• Be sure to use only standardized multi-outlets.
PROHIBIT
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PROHIBIT
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PROHIBIT
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PROHIBIT
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PROHIBIT
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ONLY SUPPLIED ADAPTER
PROHIBIT
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CAUTION
Cautions must be heeded in order to prevent minor injuries, equipment
damage, or data loss.
Do not use the printer when it is out of order. This
can cause a fire or an electrocution.
•Switch off and unplug the printer before calling your dealer.
Do not let water or other foreign objects in the
printer.
•If this happened, switch off and unplug the printer before
calling your dealer.
Use only approved accessories and do not try to
disassemble, repair or remodel it for yourself.
•Call your dealer when you need these services.
•Do not touch the blade of auto cutter.
Install the printer on the stable surface.
•If the printer falls down, it can be broken and you can hurt
yourself.
Keep the desiccant out of children’s reach.
•If not, they may eat it.
If you observe a strange smoke, odor or noise from
the printer, unplug it before taking following
measures.
•Switch off the printer and unplug the set from the mains.
•After the disappearance of the smoke, call your dealer to
repair it.
TO UNPLUG
PROHIBIT
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DISASSEMBLING
PROHIBITED
PROHIBIT
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PROHIBIT
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TO UNPLUG
PRINTER
PRINTER
PRINTER
PRINTER
DEALER
PRINTER

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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
XT5-40 Series XT5-40 Touch Screen Model(Option)
- Basic Components
Power Cord Ribbon Core 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
3
Media Cover
2
USB Host Port
- Back
1
USB Port
5
USB Host Port
2
Ethernet Port
6
Serial(RS-232C) Port
3
SD Card Slot
7
Power Switch
4
Rear Access Slot(Media)
8
Power Connector
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
5

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- Internal
1
Print Head Pressure Adjustment
6
Rear Media Guide
2
Cover STD
7
Ribbon Take-up Spindle
3
Media Damper
8
Ribbon Supply Spindle
4
Media Damper Button
9
Media Holder
5
Print Head Lever
10
Media Fixing Guide
1
Ribbon Sensor
4
Front Media Guide
2
Platen Roller
5
Black Mark Sensor (Green LED)
3
Print Head
6
Gap & Notch Sensor (Red LED)
1
1
5
7
8
9
10
6
3
2
4
5
6
2
3
4

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- Printer Option
Auto Cutter
Peeler + Rewinder
Rewinder
Peeler

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2-2 Major Control Part Names(Standard Model)
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
5

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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
ON
SD card is installed
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
XT5-40
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
Print head is open
PRINT HEAD
OVER TEMP
Print head has reached the maximum temperature
PRINT HEAD
COLD TEMP
Print 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

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2-2-2-11 Printer Operation Button
List
Explanation
Softly press and release the button to feed one label
Press the button for 2 seconds during printing to pause printing
Press the button for 2 seconds during printing to cancel printing

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2-3 Major Control Part Names(Touch Screen Model)
2-3-1 Control Panel
No
Description
1
Printer status LED
2
Interface status icon
3
Time
4
Model name
5
Firmware version
6
Printer status
7
Main icon
8
Ethernet IP, WLAN IP
9
Date
10
Printer operation button
1
2
4
6
8
3
10
7
5
9

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2-3-2 Detailed Descriptions
2-3-2-1 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
2-3-2-2 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
ON
SD card is installed
OFF
SD card is not installed
ON
Password feature is enabled
OFF
Password feature is disabled
2-3-2-3 Date, Time (RTC clock)
List
Explanation
YYYY-MM-DD
Date
12:00 AM/PM
Time

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2-3-2-4 Model Name
List
Explanation
XT5-40
Model name
2-3-2-5 Firmware Version
List
Explanation
V01.00
Firmware version
2-3-2-6 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
Print head is open
PRINT HEAD
OVER TEMP
Print head has reached the maximum temperature
PRINT HEAD
COLD TEMP
Print 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