Sato Mb400i User manual

Barcode Printer

Quick Guide

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Preface

Thank you for purchasing the Barcode Printer, MB400i/410i.

This manual is created so that a first-time user of MB400i/410i can learn its basic operations

in a short time.

Please read this manual carefully to make full use of the functions of MB400i/410i.

Cautions

1Reproduction of all or part of this manual is prohibited.

2The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.

3This manual was created with utmost care regarding its content. However, if

you find any unclear points, errors, or omissions, please contact the retail

store or dealer where you purchased this printer.

Cautions regarding radio waves

This product is certified to meet technical standards based on the Radio Law. Therefore,

no wireless license is required to use this printer.

The following actions can be punishable by law:

•Disassembly or modification of this printer

•Removing the certification label (serial label) on this printer

Use in the following locations may drastically shorten the communication distance, or

prevent communication.

•Near a microwave oven; locations where static electricity or radio wave interference is

abundant; near wireless LAN equipment.

“Bluetooth” is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. USA.

Our company is using this trademark based on a licensing

contract with this association.

Before using the wireless LAN interface, be sure to set all security-related settings for

the wireless LAN equipment according to this manual.

To customers purchasing the Bluetooth or wireless LAN options:

1st Edition Aug. 2006

3rd Edition Dec. 2013 Q01662011

Table of Contents

1. Safety Precautions ........................................................................... 4

Markings and Symbols .......................................................................................... 4

Precautions in Use ................................................................................................. 8

2. Unpacking ........................................................................................ 9

3. Names of Parts .............................................................................. 10

Names and Functions of Operating Parts ............................................................ 12

4. Preparing for First-time Operation ................................................. 13

Charging the Battery Pack ................................................................................... 13

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack ........................................................... 15

Using AC Adapter ................................................................................................ 16

Loading Labels .................................................................................................... 17

•Continuous printing mode ............................................................................. 17

•Dispense mode printing ................................................................................ 19

•Switching from Dispense mode printing to Continuous printing mode .......... 21

5. Turning the Power On .................................................................... 22

6. Test Printing ................................................................................... 23

7. Operation with an RS-232C Cable ................................................ 24

8. Operation with a USB Cable .......................................................... 25

9. Operation via Infrared Communication .......................................... 26

10. Operation with Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Options ....................... 27

11. Printing ........................................................................................... 28

12. Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 30

13. Daily Care ...................................................................................... 33

14. Reference ...................................................................................... 35

Included Items ..................................................................................................... 35

Options ................................................................................................................ 35

Operation Modes ................................................................................................. 40

DIP Switch ........................................................................................................... 48

Basic Specifications of MB400i/MB410i .............................................................. 50

Preparation

Care

Reference

Troubleshooting

Operation

Safety Precautions

Symbol examples

The triangle indicates something you should take absolute care with. The

cautions are indicated concretely within the symbol. The symbol on the left

indicates a risk of electric shock.

A circle with a diagonal line indicates something you should not do. The

symbol on the left indicates that you should not try to take the unit apart.

A black circle with a picture inside indicates something you need to do. The

symbol on the left indicates that you should unplug the unit from the wall outlet.

1. Safety Precautions

In this section, safety precautions about printer operation are explained to ensure

proper care and usage. Make sure to read these carefully before using your

printer.

Markings and Symbols

The following symbols or markings are used in this manual and on the printer so that you

can properly use the printer, and to prevent any damage to property, harm or injury to

yourself and others. Make sure to read their explanations carefully to familiarize yourself

with their meanings.

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored or applied

incorrectly, creates the danger of death or serious personal injury.

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored or applied

incorrectly, creates the possibility of personal injury or property

damage.

Caution

Warning

Safety Precautions

Liquid

Do not place any container with water or chemicals, such as flower vase or cup, as

well as small metallic objects, near the printer. If any of these should drop into the

printer, immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest dealer or service

center. Continued use creates a danger of fire or electric shock.

Foreign Matter

Do not drop or insert metallic or flammable objects into the openings on the

printer (such as outlets for cables). If any of these should fall into the printer,

immediately turn off the power and contact your nearest dealer or service

center. Continued use creates a danger of fire or electric shock.

Dropping and Damage

Should the printer ever be dropped or otherwise become damaged, immedi-

ately turn off the power and contact your nearest dealer or service center.

Continued use creates a danger of fire or electric shock.

Abnormal Conditions

Continued use of the printer while it is emitting smoke or strange odors creates the

danger of fire or electric shock. 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 creates the danger of

fire or electric shock. Contact your nearest dealer or service center for checking,

adjustment, or repair.

Battery Pack

• Never try to take apart the battery pack or modify it in any way such as with

a solder iron.

• Never expose the battery to direct flame, throw it into fire, or take any

actions that may lead to shorting.

•When charging the battery pack, make sure to use the printer or the

specified battery charger.

Warning

Safety Precautions

AC Adapter/Battery Charger (Option)

•Use only the specified voltage. Using a different voltage may create the danger of

fire or electric shock.

• Use only the specified AC adapter. Using a different one may create the danger of

fire or electric shock.

• Never use the battery charger with any other battery pack except for the specified

one. Doing so can rupture the battery, cause leakage, fire or electric shock.

• 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 and

create the danger or fire or electric shock.

• Should the power cord ever become seriously damaged (internal wiring exposed or

shorted), contact your nearest dealer or service center for repair. Continued use of

such a cord creates the danger of fire or electric shock.

• Never modify, excessively bend, twist, or pull the power cord. Doing so creates the

danger of fire or electric shock.

Warning

Safety Precautions

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 it has been

dried up. Continued use creates the danger of electric shock or the printer damage.

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 creates the danger of electric

shock.

• The AC adapter set provided for this printer is specific to this printer. Do not use it

for other electric equipment.

Thermal Head and Stepping Motor

•The thermal head gets very hot after printing. Take care when replacing the label or

cleaning the printer just after printing to avoid burns.

• Touching the end of the thermal head with bare hands may cause injury. Take care

when replacing the label or cleaning the printer to avoid injury.

• Do not try to replace the thermal head by yourself. Doing so creates the danger of

injury, burns, or electric shock.

Easy Cutter

This part contains a blade. Take care to avoid being injured by the blade and other

sharp parts in the printer.

Replacing the Battery Pack

•Use only the specified battery pack.

• When replacing the battery pack, make sure to install the pack in the correct

orientation. Incorrectly replacing the battery creates the danger of injury or damage

to surrounding areas, explosion is caused.

• Replacing a small-size rechargeable battery (Lithium ion battery)

Apply insulation treatment for the old battery pack by sealing the contact with tape

or the like and ask our sales representative or service center for the measures to be

taken to recycle the reusable materials.

Do not place the battery pack together with other batteries such as dry batteries.

Leaving the printer unused for a long time

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.

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.

Caution

Safety Precautions

Precautions in Use

Do not place the printer in a hot or cold place.

The operation temperature range is -15°C to 50°C (for wireless LAN: 0 to 50°C) where

humidity does not cause condensation. Do not place the printer in an area with high

humidity or at a temperature outside the specified range.

Do not drop or apply undue shock to the printer.

The printer is generally resistant to vibration possibly caused during normal

transportation. However, do not apply extreme vibration or shock by dropping the printer.

Do not disassemble or modify the printer.

The printer has high-precision components inside requiring fine adjustment. Do not

disassemble the printer.

Connect the correct cables to the external input terminals.

Cables of the correct specifications are required for connection to the external equipment

through the external input terminals. Contact your nearest dealer or service center if

necessary.

Use the recommended accessories.

Using optional equipment other than the specified equipment may cause a malfunction.

Always use the equipment specified in this guide.

Use the correct media.

Use the specified media. Otherwise, faulty printing or printer damage may occur.

Unpacking

2. Unpacking

Make sure you have all the printer components shown here. If any component is

missing, contact the retail store or dealer where you purchased the product from.

GWP-leaflet

Quick Guide

Printer unit

Battery pack

*The appearance of any cushioning material supplied (such as protector pads on the

printer holder) may be changed across different production batches.

Shoulder belt

Names of Parts

POWER button

LCD *1

Infrared communication sensor

PRINT button

FEED button

STATUS (LED)

Battery life indicator

(LED) *2

3. Names of Parts

Easy cutter

Main cover

Cover release lever

Dispenser unit

RS-232C cover

DC input terminal cover

Battery cover

Label dispenser

USB/DIP switch cover

Note: MB400i/MB410i series have two different models. One is the printer with the rubber

boot and another is the printer without the rubber boot. This document shows the

picture of the printer without the rubber boot.

Names of Parts

234

110

100

*1Only provided on wireless LAN interface operating panel (manufacturer option). For

other options, see “Options” on page 35.

*2On a wireless LAN interface operating panel (manufacturer option), a CHARGE LED is

provided.

Label guide

Label width scale

Platen

Label guide stopper

DIP switch

USB connector

RS-232C connector

Label guide

Names of Parts

Names and Functions of Operating Parts

RS-232C cover:

This covers the RS-232C connector.

RS-232C connector:

Connects with a PC etc.

USB/DIP switch cover:

Covers the USB connector and DIP

switch.

USB connector:

Connects with a PC etc.

Main cover:

Open this cover to set the labels.

Cover release lever:

Use this to release the main cover.

Easy cutter:

Cuts the printed label.

Infrared communication sensor:

Contains an infrared receiver/transmitter

element.

DIP switch:

Sets the operation mode. (See P. 48)

Dispenser unit:

Move this when using Dispense mode

printing for the labels.

POWER button:

Tu r ns the power on and off.

Battery cover:

A specialized battery pack is placed

inside.

Battery life indicator (LED):

Displays the available battery power.

Label guide:

Set this to match the size of the label

width used.

Label guide stopper:

Press this toward the back to unlock the

label guide and adjust the label guide.

Label dispenser:

Printed labels are ejected here.

Label width scale:

Use this scale to match the label width

used.

DC input terminal:

Connect the AC adapter.

DC input terminal cover:

Cover for the DC input terminal.

FEED button:

Feeds the labels.

PRINT button:

Takes the printer ONLINE and OFFLINE.

STATUS (LED):

Displays the printer status. (See P. 30-31

and 41-47)

Preparing for First-time Operation

1Connect the power cord to the

charger unit, then plug it into the

outlet.

•When charging is complete, the

CHARGE lamp lights green (fully

charged).

4. Preparing for First-time Operation

Charging the Battery Pack

• Charging by installing the battery pack in the battery charger (optional)

Install the battery pack in the battery charger (optional) and charge it.

CHARGE

The optional battery charger set provided for this printer is specific to this printer.

Do not use it for other electric equipment.

Charging time

It takes about 1.5 hours for the CHARGE lamp to turn off when charging a completely

depleted battery.

2Insert the battery pack. Insert the

battery pack into the slot, with

the terminal pointing downward.

•When charging begins, the

CHARGE lamp (red) lights. When

charging is complete, the CHARGE

lamp lights green (fully charged).

3Remove the battery pack when

charging is complete.

Preparing for First-time Operation

Charging time

It takes about 5 hours for the battery remaining power display to turn off when

charging a completely depleted battery.

1Remove the DC input terminal

cover, and insert the DC output

terminal.

• Charging by installing the specialized AC adapter (optional) on the printer

This charges the battery pack while it is installed in the printer.

DC output terminal

AC adapter

DC input terminal

The AC adapter set provided for this printer is specific to this printer. Do not use it

for other electric equipment.

Note

•When the CHARGE lamp is not lit, check that the battery pack is installed securely.

The battery may not be charged when not securely installed.

•When a charged battery pack is installed, the CHARGE lamp first lights red, then lights

green.

2Plug the AC adapter into the

outlet.

When charging begins, the battery life

indicator lights red. When charging is

complete, the battery life indicator

disappears (fully charged).

*On a wireless LAN interface

operating panel (manufacturer

option), the CHARGE LED lights

red when charging begins. When

charging is complete, the CHARGE

LED turns off (fully charged).

Preparing for First-time Operation

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

Battery pack

Hook

Te r minal

Handle

1Open the battery cover.

2While pressing the gray hook,

insert the battery pack, then

close the battery cover.

Insert the battery pack with the terminal

side toward the printer.

3To remove the battery, press the

gray hook to unlock it, then hold

the handle and pull out the

battery.

* Be sure to turn the power off before removing or replacing the battery

pack.

When the power is off, the STATUS LED turns off (see “Power OFF” on

page 22). Do not remove the battery pack until this light turns off.

Make sure to check that the STATUS LED has turned off before

removing the battery pack.

*Note that removing the battery pack by the operation above may

prevent updating the information in the printer memory.

Preparing for First-time Operation

1Remove the DC input terminal

cover, and insert the DC output

terminal into the input terminal.

Using AC Adapter

Install the specialized AC adapter (optional) on the printer for use.

The AC adapter set provided for this printer is specific to this printer. Do not use it

for other electric equipment.

•Use AC ADAPTER: Model No. TG-5001+19v

(LEAD YEAR ENTERPRISE Co.,LTD.)

DC output terminal

AC adapter

DC input terminal

2Connect the AC adapter into the

outlet.

* Be sure to turn the printer power off before detaching the DC output

terminal for the AC adapter, or disconnecting the power supply.

Note that disconnecting the power supply in ways other than described

above may prevent the printer from correctly storing any settings in

memory.

No battery pack is necessary when the AC adapter is used. When the

battery pack and AC adapter are used simultaneously, charging begins if

the battery is not fully charged. The display becomes normal when fully

charged (See P. 14).

Preparing for First-time Operation

Loading Labels

The label installation method differs by printing mode.

Continuous printing mode

Label paper Journal paper

(See figure on P. 40)

Label guide stopper

1Slide the cover release lever in

the arrow direction to open the

cover.

First, slide the dispenser unit to the

continuous printing mode position.

(See P. 21)

2While pressing the label guide

stopper, slide the label guide to

the label size to be used.

3Load the paper in the printer.

Make sure the roll is oriented correctly.

Preparing for First-time Operation

5Check that the label tip is

protruding. Then close the main

cover by pressing the middle of

the cover.

Close the main cover slowly, while

pulling the cover release lever.

4Confirm that the label roll can be

rotated easily by hand.

If rotation is labored, this can cause a

feed error. Remove the label roll and

adjust the label guide. Note that the

label guides do not require adjustment

when you are using labels with the

same width.

This completes loading the labels for continuous printing mode.

Preparing for First-time Operation

Dispense mode printing

Label paper Non-separated labels

(See figure on P. 40)

Label guide stopper

1Slide the cover release lever in

the arrow direction to open the

cover.

First, slide the dispenser unit to the

continuous printing mode position. (See

P. 21)

*Never slide the dispenser unit while

the main cover is open.

2While pressing the label guide

stopper, slide the label guide to

the label size to be used.

3Peel the label at the tip of the

label paper.

Dispense mode printing is not required

for non-separated labels.

Preparing for First-time Operation

10mm

4Load the paper in the printer.

Make sure the roll is oriented correctly.

5Confirm that the label roll can be

rotated easily by hand.

If rotation is labored, this can cause a

feed error. Remove the label roll and

adjust the label guide. Note that the

label guides do not require adjustment

when using labels with the same width.

6Check that the label tip is

protruding (10 mm or more).

Then close the main cover by

pressing the middle of the cover.

Close the main cover slowly, while

pulling the cover release lever.

7For non-separated labels, press

the FEED button to feed one

sheet, and pull upward to tear

along the perforated line.

If the labels clog at the label dispenser,

restart the label loading process from

the beginning.

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