Oki LP441s User manual

User’s Guide
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LP440, LP441

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Contents
Safety, Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Notes on Bluetooth/Wireless Communication . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Unpacking the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Part Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Description of Printer Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
The Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Charging the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Installing the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Removing the Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Powering the Printer using the Optional AC Adapter . . . . . . .29
Loading the Label Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Loading the Label Roll: Continuous Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Loading the Label Roll: Dispense Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Operation and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Turning the printer ON. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Turning the printer OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Performing a Test Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Printing using the RS-232C Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Printing using the IrDA Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Printing using the Bluetooth Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
The LCD screen (Wireless LAN Model Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
General Printing Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Adjusting Printing for Non-Separate Labels . . . . . . . . . . . .47
The Label Dispensing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Status LEDs for Printing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Status LEDs for the Test Print Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Status LEDs for the Head Check Setting Mode. . . . . . . . . .51
Status LEDs for the Online Command Compatibility Mode. .51
Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Cleaning the Print Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Cleaning the Platen and Peel Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

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Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

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Copyright Information
Copyright © 2009 by Oki Data. All Rights Reserved
LP440/LP441 User’s Guide
P/N 59318201, Revision 1.0
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in
this document is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. The
manufacturer assumes no responsibility for the results of errors
beyond its control. The manufacturer also cannot guarantee that
changes in software and equipment made by other
manufacturers and referred to in this guide will not affect the
applicability of the information in it. Mention of software
products manufactured by other companies does not necessarily
constitute endorsement by the manufacturer .
While all reasonable efforts have been made to make this
document as accurate and helpful as possible, we make no
warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy
or completeness of the information contained herein.
The most up-to-date drivers and manuals are available from the
web site: http://www.okiprintingsolutions.com
Trademark Information
Oki is a registered trademark of Oki Electric Industry Company Ltd.
Other product names and brand names are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their proprietors.

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Safety, Warnings and Cautions
Safety Precautions
As a preventive measure to ensure safe usage of this machine
so as to safeguard against damage to yourself, other people
or property, there are display diagrams used in this
instruction manual and on this machine.
The displays and their meanings are illustrated in the
following pages. Please take time to read and understand the
content
If this display and its warning is ignored, any
mishandling could result in death or serious injuries.
If this display and its warning is ignored, any mishandling
could result in serious injuries as well as property damage.
Warning
Attention

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Basic Hazard Icons
The triangle sign means ‘Be careful’. The content within
the triangle illustrates specific hazards. In this case,
the sign on the below means ‘beware of electric shock’.
The circular sign means ‘prohibited’. The content
within the circle illustrates a specific prohibition. In this
case the sign below means ‘disassembly prohibited’.
The black circular sign means ‘must do’. The content
within the sign illustrates specific items that must be
carried out. In this case the sign on the left means ‘the
plug must be unplugged from the socket’. Warnings

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Hazard Warnings
Liquids
• Do not place any liquids or small metallic objects near the
printer. Should any of these fall into the printer,
immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest
dealer or service center. Continued use increases the risk of
fire or electric shocks.
Foreign Matter
• Do not insert or drop metallic or flammable objects into the
openings of the printer (such as outlets for cables). If this
happens, immediately turn off the power and contact your
nearest dealer or service center. Continued use increases
the risk of fire or electric shocks.
• Should the printer be dropped or become damaged,
immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest
dealer or service center. Continued use increases the risk of
fire or electric shocks.

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Abnormal Conditions
•Continued use of the printer while it is emitting smoke or
strange odors increases the risk of fire or electric shocks.
Immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest
dealer or service center. Do not try to service the printer by
yourself.
Disassembly
• Never try to take the unit apart or modify it in any way.
Doing so increases the risk of fire or electric shocks.
Contact your nearest dealer or service center for repairs.
Battery Care
• Never try to take apart the battery pack or modify it in any
way.
• Never expose the battery to direct heat or fire, or take any
actions that may lead to physical damage.
• When charging the battery pack, be sure to use the printer
or the specified battery charger.

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Power Supply Precautions
• Use only the specified voltage and use only the specified
battery charger.
• Never use the battery charger with any other battery pack
except for the specified type. Doing so can rupture the
battery, or cause leakage, fire or electric shocks.
• Never cut, damage or modify the power cord. Also, never
place heavy objects on the power cord or heat or pull the
power cord. Doing so may damage the cord.
• Should the power cord ever become seriously damaged
(internal wiring exposed or shorted), contact your nearest
dealer or service center for repair.
• Never modify, excessively bend, twist, or pull the power
cord.
Continued use of the printer in any of the above situations
can lead to increased risks of fire or electric shocks.

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Cautions
Location
Do not locate the printer in the area subjected to high humidity or dew. If dew
forms inside the printer, immediately turn off the printer and do not use it until
all moisture has dried up. Continued use creates the danger of electric
shock and can damage the printer.
Power
Do not use wet hands to operate the power switch, replace
the battery pack or unplug the AC adapter or battery charger.
Doing so increases the risk of electric shock.
Hazardous Parts
• The entire thermal head gets very hot after printing. Avoid
touching any part of it when replacing paper or cleaning the
printer.
• Do not try to replace the thermal head by yourself.
• The cutter contains a blade, so be careful not to get cut by
the sharp blade.

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Replacing the Battery Pack
• Use only specified replacement battery packs.
• Make sure to install the pack in the correct direction to
avoid the danger of injury or damage to surrounding areas.
• To replace small-size rechargeable (Lithium ion) batteries,
seal the old battery pack with tape and ask our sales
representative or service center about disposal methods. Do
not place the battery pack together with other batteries
such as dry batteries.
Storing the Printer
If you have no plan to use the printer for a long time, remove
the battery pack from the printer and unplug the AC adapter
from the wall outlet if you were using the AC adapter as the
power source.
Maintenance and Cleaning
For safe maintenance or cleaning of the printer, make sure to
remove the battery pack and the AC adapter from the printer
if you were using the AC adapter as the power source.

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Other Precautions
Avoid placement in extreme temperatures.
• Do not place the printer in highly humid areas or at outside
the -15°C to 50°C temperature range.
When the printer is being transported...
• The normal vibration encountered during transportation is
acceptable, but avoid dropping the printer or exposing it to
extreme vibrations.
Do not disassemble or modify the printer
• The printer has high-precision components inside requiring
e adjustments.
Use only the specified cables.
• Special cables are required to connect to external
equipment through the external input terminals. Contact
your nearest dealer or service center if necessary.
Use only specified options.
• Do not use a device not specified as option.
Use the specified paper.
• Use the specified paper to avoid printing errors and to avoid
damaging the print head.

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Overview
This manual is intended to familiarize you with the basic
features and operation of your printer in a short time.
Key Features:
• High speed CPU and printing speed
• Long battery life
• Supports Infrared, RS-32C and Bluetooth I/O
• Durable and rugged design
• Supports media up to 2.6 inches (67mm) in width
• Supports MB200 emulation or SBPL command compatibility
Please read this manual carefully to make full use of this
product.

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Notes on Bluetooth/Wireless
Communication
Compliance Statement
This product has been certified for compliance with the relevant
radio interference regulations of your country or region. To
ensure continued compliance, do not:
• Disassemble or modify this product
• Remove the certificate label (serial number seal) affixed to
this product
Note: Use of this product near microwave and/or other wireless
LAN equipment, or where static electricity or radio
interference is present, may shorten the communication
distance, or even disable communication.
“Bluetooth” is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,
USA., and is used herein under licence.
Caution! Before using the wireless LAN interface, make all the
security settings of the wireless LAN equipment are
configured in accordance with the instructions
supplied with the equipment.

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Setup
Unpacking the printer
If anything here is missing, contact your nearest Oki dealer or
service center.
1Safety, Warranty and Regulatory Information
2Quick Guide
3Printer
Note: Battery Pack
Note: An external battery charger is available separately.

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Part Names
Top View
1Easy Cutter
2Label Dispenser
3Main Cover
4Cover Release Lever
5Dispenser Unit
Bottom View
1Belt Clip

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Interior View
1Label Width Markings
2Platen
3Label Guides

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Control Panel
1LCD Display (WLAN Models only)
2POWER button
3PRINT button
4FEED button
5Battery Indicator (Charge Indictor on WLAN models)
6Status LED
7IrDA filter

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Side Panel
1RS-232c Port
2DC Input
3DIP Switches
4. Battery Cover
5. Label Guide Adjust Dial

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DIP Switches
Description of Printer Parts
Part Function Part Function
RS-232C
Interface
Allows connection to a
computer or
hand-held terminal
Label
guide
Set to meet the size of the
label used
RS-232C
cover
Protects the RS-232C
connector from dust
and damage
Label
guide
adjust
dial
Allows adjustment of the
label guide to fit the width
of an installed label roll
Cover Opens up to allow the
installation of labels
Cover for
Label
guide
adjust
dial
Protects the label guide
adjustment dial from dust
or damage
Cover
Open/
Close
lever
Enables the user to
releases the cover, or
to lock the cover shut
Label
output
area
This is the area where the
printed label is output
Easy
cutter
Cuts printed labels Label
width
markings
Indicates the width of label
installed or in use.
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