Sony UP-20 User manual

3-206-154-16 (1)
Color Video Printer
© 2001 Sony Corporation
UP-20
UP-21MD
Instructions for Use Page 2 GB
Mode d’emploi Page 72 FR
Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 144 DE
Manual de instrucciones página 218 ES
Istruzioni per l’uso pagina 290 IT
UP-20/21MD

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Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Record these numbers in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ____________________
Serial No. ____________________
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
To disconnect the main power, unplug the AC
IN connector.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
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 again 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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be
shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital
device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
For the customers in Canada
This unit has been certified according to Standard CSA
C22.2 NO.601.1.
For the customers in the U.S.A and
Canada
When you use this product connected to 240 V single
phase, be sure to connect this product to a center tapped
circuit.
Important safeguards/notices for use in
the medical environments
1. All the equipments connected to this unit shall be
certified according to Standard IEC60601-1,
IEC60950-1, IEC60065 or other IEC/ISO Standards
applicable to the equipments.
2. Furthermore all configurations shall comply with the
system standard IEC60601-1-1. Everybody who
connects additional equipment to the signal input
part or signal output part configures a medical
system, and is therefore, responsible that the system
complies with the requirements of the system
standard IEC60601-1-1. If in doubt, consult the
qualified service personnel.
3. The leakage current could increase when connected
to other equipment.
4. For this particular equipment, all accessory
equipment connected as noted above, must be
connected to mains via an additional isolation
transformer conforming with the construction
requirements of IEC60601-1 and providing at least
Basic Insulation.
5. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause
interference to other equipment. If this unit causes
interference (which can be determined by
unplugging the power cord from the unit), try these
measures: Relocate the unit with respect to the
susceptible equipment. Plug this unit and the
susceptible equipment into different branch circuit.
Consult your dealer. (According to standard EN60601-
1-2 and CISPR11, Class B, Group 1)
WARNING
This symbol indicates the equipotential
terminal which brings the various parts of a
system to the same potential.

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Important EMC notices for use in the medical environments
• The UP-20/21MD needs special precautions regarding
EMC and needs to be installed and put into service
according to the EMC information provided in this
instructions for use.
• The portable and mobile RF communications equipment
such as cellular phones can affect the UP-20/21MD.
Warning
The use of accessories and cables other than those
specified, with the exception of replacement parts sold by
Sony Corporation, may result in increased emissions or
decreased immunity of the UP-20/21MD.
Warning
If the UP-20/21MD should be used adjacent to or stacked
with other equipment, it should be observed to verify normal
operation in the configuration in which it will be used.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic emissions
The UP-20/21MD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the UP-20/21MD should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic environment-guidance
RF emissions
CISPR 11 Group 1
The UP-20/21MD uses RF energy only for its internal
function. Therefore, its RF emissions are very low and are
not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic
equipment.
RF emissions
CISPR 11 Class B The UP-20/21MD is suitable for use in all establishments,
including domestic establishments and those directly
connected to the public low-voltage power supply network
that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
Harmonic emissions
IEC 61000-3-2 Class A
Voltage fluctuations/
flicker emissions
IEC 61000-3-3
Complies

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity
The UP-20/21MD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the
UP-20/21MD should assure that it is used in such as environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601 test
level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance
Electrostatic
discharge (ESD)
IEC 61000-4-2
±6 kV contact
±8 kV air
±6 kV contact
±8 kV air
Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If floors are
covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should
be at least 30%.
Electrical fast
transient/burst
IEC 61000-4-4
±2 kV for power
supply lines
±1 kV for input/
output lines
±2 kV for power
supply lines
±1 kV for input/
output lines
Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or
hospital environment.
Surge
IEC 61000-4-5
±1 kV differential
mode
±2 kV common
mode
±1 kV differential
mode
±2 kV common
mode
Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or
hospital environment.
Voltage dips, short
interruptions and
voltage variations
on power supply
input lines
IEC 61000-4-11
< 5% UT
(> 95% dip in UT)
for 0.5 cycle
40% UT
(60% dip in UT)
for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT)
for 25 cycles
< 5% UT
(> 95% dip in UT)
for 5 sec
< 5% UT
(> 95% dip in UT)
for 0.5 cycle
40% UT
(60% dip in UT)
for 5 cycles
70% UT
(30% dip in UT)
for 25 cycles
< 5% UT
(> 95% dip in UT)
for 5 sec
Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or
hospital environment. If the user of the UP-20/21MD requires
continued operation during power mains interruptions, it is
recommended that the UP-20/21MD be powered from an
uninterruptible power supply or a battery.
Power frequency
(50/60 Hz)
magnetic field
IEC 61000-4-8
3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at least
characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial or
hospital environment.
NOTE: UTis the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity
The UP-20/21MD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the
UP-20/21MD should assure that it is used in such as environment.
Immunity test IEC 60601 test
level Compliance level Electromagnetic environment-guidance
Conducted RF
IEC 61000-4-6
Radiated RF
IEC 61000-4-3
3 Vrms
150 kHz to 80 MHz
3 V/m
80 MHz to 2.5 GHz
3 Vrms
3 V/m
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should
be used no closer to any part of the UP-20/21MD, including
cables, than the recommended separation distance
calculated from the equation appliance to the frequency of
the transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
d= 1.2 √P
d= 1.2 √P80 MHz to 800 MHz
d= 2.3 √P800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
Where Pis the maximum output power rating of the
transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer and dis the recommended separation distance
in meters (m).
Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as determined by
an electromagnetic site survey, ashould be less than the
compliance level in each frequency range. b
Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked
with following symbol:
NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and
reflection from structures, objects and people.
a Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile
radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To
assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be
considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the UP-20/21MD is used exceeds the applicable RF
compliance level above, the UP-20/21MD should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is
observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the UP-20/21MD.
b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.

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Caution
When you dispose of the unit or accessories, you must
obey the law in the relative area or country and the
regulation in the relative hospital.
Warning on power connection
Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /
Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts
that conforms to the safety regulations of each
country if applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance
Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings
(Voltage, Ampere).
If you have questions on the use of the above Power
Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a
qualified service personnel.
Warning on power connection for
medical use
Please use the following power supply cord.
With connectors (plug or female) and cord types other
than those indicated in this table, use the power supply
cord that is approved for use in your area.
*Note: Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the equip-
ment is connected to an equivalent receptacle marked ‘Hospital Only’
or ‘Hospital Grade’.
For the customers in Europe
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,
1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC, medical
devices, and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany; TEL:
(0)711 5858 0; FAX: (0)711 5858 235.
For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the
addresses given in separate service or guarantee
documents.
For kundene i Norge
Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT-strømfordelingssystem.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and
the UP-20/21MD
The UP-20/21MD is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
The customer or the user of the UP-20/21MD can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum
distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (Transmitters) and the UP-20/21MD as
recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum output power of transmitter
WSeparation distance according to frequency of transmitter
m
150 kHz to 80 MHz
d= 1.2 √P
80 MHz to 800 MHz
d= 1.2 √P
800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
d= 2.3 √P
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance din meters (m) can
be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where Pis the maximum output power rating
of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and
reflection from structures, objects and people.
United States and Canada
Plug Type HOSPITAL GRADE*
Cord Type Min.Type SJT
Min.18 AWG
Minimum Rating for Plug
and Appliance Couplers 10 A/125 V
Safety Approval UL Listed and CSA

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Table of Contents
Introduction
About This Manual ............................................... 8
System Overview ................................................... 8
Location and Function of Parts and Controls .... 9
Front Panel ......................................................... 9
Rear Panel ........................................................ 10
Monitor Display ............................................... 11
Preparation
Supplied Accessories ........................................... 13
Connections .......................................................... 14
Connecting Video Equipment .......................... 14
Connecting the Video Monitor .........................15
Making Connections to Enable Remote
Control ............................................................ 16
Before Printing ..................................................... 17
Loading an Ink Ribbon ..................................... 17
Loading Paper .................................................. 18
Selecting the Input Signal ................................ 20
Operation
Making Full-Size Image Printouts ..................... 21
Making Printouts with the Desired User Set
Number ........................................................... 23
Making Multiple Copies of Identical Printouts 24
Capturing Another Image While Printing ........26
Making Variations of Printouts .......................... 27
Selecting the Memory Mode ............................ 27
Selecting a Memory Page ................................. 28
Making a Printout of Multiple Different Reduced
Images ................................................................... 29
Making Printouts With a Caption ..................... 35
Entering a Caption ............................................ 35
Deleting Images Stored in Memory ................... 39
Setting the Function of the CLEAR Button ..... 39
Deleting Images Stored in Memory ................. 39
Erasing the Screen Display on the Video
Monitor ................................................................. 40
Adjustment
Functions That Can be Set on Menus ................42
Menu Tree ............................................................ 43
Basic Menu Operations ....................................... 44
Adjusting the Color and Picture Quality .......... 47
Compensating for the Input Signals ................. 47
Matching the Video Monitor Color to the Printer
Color ...............................................................48
Adjusting the Printout Color .............................49
When a Black Frame or Lines Show up on the
Printouts ..........................................................51
Adjusting the Color Balance .............................52
Making Various Settings .....................................56
Assigning Functions to the Remote Control
Unit .................................................................56
Adjusting the Brightness of the Printer Window
Display (Only for the UP-21MD) ...................57
Selecting Whether the Operation and Error Tones
Sound ..............................................................57
Setting the Baud Rate .......................................58
Displaying the Type and Remaining Amount of
the Ink Ribbon ................................................58
Registering a User Set .......................................58
Miscellaneous
Precaution .............................................................60
Safety ................................................................60
Installation ........................................................60
Before Transporting the Printer ........................60
Cleaning ............................................................61
Recommended Ink Ribbon and Paper ...............61
Specifications ........................................................62
Error/Warning Messages .....................................65
Error Messages .................................................65
Warning Messages ............................................66
Troubleshooting ....................................................67
If Damage is Suspected .....................................67
If the Paper Jams ...............................................68
Index ......................................................................70

Introduction
About This Manual / System Overview
8
Introduction
About This Manual
This manual covers the following UP-20 series color
video printers.
•UP-20
• UP-21MD
Wherever the operation or any other item differs
between the models, this manual clearly describes those
differences.
The difference among models is as follows:
In this manual, the UP-21MD is used for illustrations.
However, only the video monitor display is used to
explain the operation of the unit except in the case where
the printer window display is required such as for
instructions on basic menu operations. For customers
who are using the UP-21MD, see “Basic Menu
Operations” on page 44 for a detailed explanation of the
printer window display.
System Overview
The UP-20/21MD is a color video printer that quickly
and easily reproduces images from video equipment
such as a VTR.
The UP-20/21MD has the following features:
• High picture quality and high print resolution
The printer allows you to print out high resolution
images in full color (with 256 shades per color, a total
of more than 16,700,000 colors in all) in high
resolution print mode (approximately 403 dpi).
• Menu settings according to your printer specifications
By changing the menu settings for the printer, you can
make various types of printouts. You can also add a
caption to the printout. You can carry out ordinary
printer operations using the buttons and you can set up
the printer interactively by picking settings from
displayed menus.
Model RGB SYNC
connector Printer window
display
UP-20 No No
UP-21MD Yes Yes

Introduction
Location and Function of Parts and Controls 9
Location and Function
of Parts and Controls
For details, refer to the pages given in parentheses.
Front Panel
APRINT indicator (for the UP-21MD)
Lights while the printer is printing.
POWER indicator (for the UP-20)
Lights in green while the printer power is on.
BALARM indicator (for the UP-21MD)(65)
Lights in orange when the ink ribbon or paper is
exhausted, the paper jams, or another problem
occurs.
PRINT/ALARM indicator (for the UP-20) (65)
Lights while the printer is printing in green.
Lights in orange when the ink ribbon or paper is
exhausted, the paper jams, or another problem
occurs.
CRemote sensor (16)
Aim the head of the remote control unit toward this
sensor.
DPrinter window display (only for the UP-21MD)
Displays messages that also appear along the
bottom edge of the monitor screen. The printer
window display has a narrower display range and
shows only a limited number of characters. Also
displays the menu screen line at which the cursor is
positioned. If an error occurs, a corresponding error
message is displayed.
The contrast of the printer window display can be
adjusted on the SYSTEM SETUP menu.
(“Adjusting the Brightness of the Printer Window
Display (Only for the UP-21MD)” on page 57.)
ESTOP button (22)
Press this button to stop continuous printing. The
printer stops printing after finishing the printing
item currently being printed.
FMULTI PICTURE button (29)
Press this button to select the desired printout type
on the regular screen. When you press this button,
the currently selected printout type is displayed for
a few seconds. Each time you press this button, the
type is switched in the following sequence: 1, 2, 4,
1....
The setting of MULTI PIX on the LAYOUT
SETUP menu changes linked with the press of this
button.
GPRINT QTY (quantity) button (24)
Press this button to set the number of copies on the
regular screen. You can set any number up to 9.
When you press this button, the currently selected
number is displayed for a few seconds. The setting
of PRT QTY on the PRINTER SETUP menu
changes linked with the press of this button. You
can change the number even when the printer is
printing.
HMEMORY PAGE button (26, 29, 40)
Press to select the memory page.
IMENU button
Press this button to display or clear the menus.
UP-21MD
UP-20

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Location and Function of Parts and Controls
10
JDISPLAY button (23, 40)
When the regular screen is displayed, pressing this
button toggles the screen display of messages such
as Q1, A, etc., on and off regardless of the setting of
the DISPLAY item in the OUTPUT SETUP menu.
The setting of DISPLAY in the OUTPUT SETUP
menu changes linked with the press of this button.
When the menu is displayed, pressing this button
temporarily clears the menu display. While this
button is held down, the menu display disappears.
KCursor keys
Use to select a desired item from the menu.
Also, these keys are used to position the cursor
(green pointer) on the regular screen when
capturing multiple reduced images.
LCLEAR button (39, 40)
Press this button to clear the images captured in the
memory pages. Which images can be cleared with
the CLEAR button depends on the setting made
with the FUNCTION SETUP menu.
When the clear function of this button is set to OFF,
the buzzer sounds if you press the CLEAR button.
MEXEC button
Press this button to execute the values set with the
COLOR ADJUST menu or to load a user set in the
PRINTER SETUP menu and to register the user set
in the SYSTEM SETUP menu. Also, this button is
used to enter the characters of a caption in the
CAPTION menu.
NPRINT button
Press this button to make a printout.
OCAPTURE button
Press this button to capture an image in a memory
page.
PSOURCE/MEMORY button
Press this button to select which signal is to be
output to the monitor.
The memory image and source image are toggled
each time you press this button.
QPaper output slot
Printed pages (printouts) are ejected here.
Depending on the curled condition of printouts, the
printer may stop printing and display the message
“REMOVE PRINTS.” In such a case, remove the
printouts accumulated on the paper tray. The printer
will start to print the remaining copies
automatically. When the UPC-21L printing pack is
used, the ejected printouts are accumulated on the
paper tray, but protruding from the tray. Do not
block this output slot. Doing so may cause the paper
to jam.
RPaper tray (13, 19)
Load paper into this tray.
S!POWER switch
Press this switch to turn the printer on or off.
Rear Panel
UP-21MD
UP-20

Introduction
Location and Function of Parts and Controls 11
AtINPUT (input signal) connectors (14)
Used to connect the video equipment supplying the
source image.
a) RGB SYNC connectors are equipped only with the UP-
21MD.
B-AC IN connector (14, 15, 16)
Used to connect the printer to a wall outlet with the
supplied power cord.
CEquipotential ground terminal connector (14,
15, 16)
Used to connect to the equipotential plug to bring
the various parts of a system to the same potential.
Refer to “Important safeguards/notices for use in
the medical environments” on page 2.
DTOUTPUT connectors (15)
Used to connect the video monitor.
Refer to “Important safeguards/notices for use in
the medical environments” on page 2.
b) RGB SYNC connectors are equipped only with the UP-
21MD.
ERS-232C connector (16)
Used to connect a computer to control the printer.
For details, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
FREMOTE 2 connector (stereo mini jack) (16)
Used to connect a RM-91 Remote Control Unit (not
supplied).
GREMOTE 1 connector (special mini jack) (16)
Used to connect an RM-5500 Remote Control Unit
(not supplied) to be used as a wired remote control
unit.
HNTSC/PAL (NTSC/PAL TV) selector (14, 15)
Set this selector according to the TV system of the
input signal. If you change this setting, turn the
printer power off, then back on again.
Monitor Display
When the printer is connected to the video monitor and
you first turn on the printer, the following regular screen
message appears.
When the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen
displayed.
For detailed information on the menu screen, see “Menu
Tree” on page 43.
AC (Caption) display section
C is displayed in white when the printer is set to
print a caption.
BInk ribbon type and remaining amount of ink
ribbon display section
Displays the ink ribbon type and the remaining
amount of ribbon (indicates the number of printouts
that can still be made with the ribbon) when the
ribbon remaining display function is set to ON.
CMessage display section
Messages are displayed.
Error messages are displayed on the top line of the
screen.
Warning messages are displayed on the center of
the screen.
Connector Connectable equipment
RGB SYNC a) Video equipment with RGB
SYNC output connectors
S VIDEO Video equipment with a Y/C
separated output connector
VIDEO Video equipment with a
composite video signal output
connector
Connector Connectable equipment
RGB SYNC b) Video monitor with RGB SYNC
input connectors
S VIDEO Video monitor with a Y/C
separated input connector
VIDEO Video monitor with a composite
video signal input connector
Selector position When
NTSC NTSC system video equipment is
connected.
PAL PAL system video equipment is
connected.

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Location and Function of Parts and Controls
12
DS or M (image type) display section
Indicates the type of image being displayed on the
monitor screen.
S (Source): The image from the input signal
source is displayed on the screen.
M (Memory): The image captured in memory is
displayed on the screen.
EPrinter operation mode display section
Indicates the printer operation mode (type of
printouts such as multiple reduced images).
AType of printout
Indicates the type of printout.
When SEPARATE (image with white borders)
is set to ON on the LAYOUT SETUP menu, F
is attached to the number in this position.
BPosition of the cursor
Indicates the position where the cursor is
currently placed and where an image will be
captured.
FMemory page display section
Indicates the currently selected memory page.
While the image in the memory page is being
printed, the memory page indication blinks in
white. The memory page whose memory image is
queued to be printed blinks in white.
GQ (print quantity) display
Indicates the number of copies to be printed. This
item blinks while the printer is busy.
HPrinter setting status display section
The corresponding currently selected status is
displayed when either MULTI PICTURE or PRINT
QTY button is pressed.
Position of the cursor:
2nd position of four reduced images

Preparation
Supplied Accessories 13
Preparation
Supplied Accessories
The printer is packed together with the following
accessories. Check that nothing is missing from your
package.
Notes
• Retain the original carton and packing materials in
case you have to transport the unit in the future.
• Remove the ink ribbon cartridge and paper tray when
transporting the printer.
• When transporting the printer, secure the thermal
head. (For detailed information on how to secure it,
see page 60.)
Ink ribbon and paper a) (1)
Paper tray (1)
Power cord (1)
Warranty card (1) (for the customers in the U.S.A and Canada
only)
CD-ROM (1) (for the customers in the Europe only)
Thermal head cleaning cartridge (1)
Instructions For Use (1)
a) Use the ink ribbon and paper for an operation check.
Stopper (1)

Preparation
Connections
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Connections
To enable printing, video equipment to act as an input
signal source, and a video monitor to display images or
menus must be connected.
The following diagrams illustrate how to make the input,
output and remote control connections. Use this as a
guide when connecting the cables required to transmit
signals to and from the equipment to be used for
printing.
Notes
• Turn off the power of each device before attempting to
make any connections.
• Connect the AC power cord last.
Connecting Video Equipment
Connect the video equipment providing the video
images to be printed.
Connect the video equipment which will be used in
actual printing, using the following diagram as a guide.
Before connecting the video equipment, see “Important
safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments”
on page 2.
Video equipment
to RGB
output
connectors
to composite
video output
connector
to S VIDEO
output
connector
75-ohm
coaxial cable
with BNC
connectors
75-ohm
coaxial cable
with BNC
connectors
Connecting
cable (with
DIN 4-pin
connectors)
to RGB SYNC b)
INPUT
to S
VIDEO
INPUT
to VIDEO
INPUT
to AC IN
AC power cord
(supplied)
to wall outlet
NTSC/PAL selector a)
a) Set the NTSC/PAL selector to match your TV system. To
switch the TV system, turn the power off once, then change
the setting. If you change the setting with the power on, this
mode will not be switched.
b) Only for the UP-21MD.
UP-21MD

Preparation
Connections 15
Connecting the Video Monitor
Connect a video monitor to view captured images and to
check those to be printed. Connect a suitable video
monitor which will be used in actual printing, using the
following diagram as a guide.
Before connecting the video equipment, see “Important
safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments”
on page 2.
When connecting the video monitor only to the
RGB OUTPUT connectors (only for the UP-
21MD)
When connecting the video monitor only to the RGB
OUTPUT connector without connecting to SYNC
connector, set SYNC ON G in the OUTPUT SETUP
menu to ON.
to RGB input
connectors to composite
video input
connector
75-ohm
coaxial cable
with BNC
connectors
75-ohm coaxial
cable with BNC
connectors
Connecting
cable (with
DIN 4-pin
connectors)
to RGB SYNC
OUTPUT b) to S VIDEO
OUTPUT
a) Set the NTSC/PAL selector to match your TV system. To
switch the TV system, turn the power off once, then change
the setting. If you change the setting with the power on, this
mode will not be switched.
b) See “When connecting the video monitor only to the RGB
OUTPUT connectors (only for the UP-21MD)”.
Video monitor
UP-21MD
to wall outlet
to AC IN
AC power cord
(supplied)
NTSC/PAL selector a)
to VIDEO
INPUT
to S VIDEO
input
connector

Preparation
Connections
16
Making Connections to Enable
Remote Control
The printer can be controlled remotely by connecting an
RM-5500 Remote Control Unit (not supplied), an RM-
91 Remote Control Unit (not supplied), or a personal
computer.
Remote
control
connecting
cable
(supplied
with the RM-
5500)
to REMOTE 1 to REMOTE 2
to AC IN
AC power
cord
(supplied)
Computer a)
a) When connecting a personal computer, select the
appropriate baud rate from the SYSTEM SETUP menu.
(See “Setting the Baud Rate” on page 58.)
b) You can also use the remote control unit as a wireless unit.
In such a case, aim the head of the remote control unit at the
remote sensor on the printer. With fresh batteries, the range
of the remote control unit is about 3 meters.
RS-232C cable
RM-91 (not supplied)RM-5500 b) (not supplied)
UP-21MD
to wall outlet

Preparation
Before Printing 17
Before Printing
Before printing, but after mounting the paper tray on the
printer and making the necessary connections (see
“Connections” on page 14), perform the following as
preparation.
• Loading an ink ribbon (See below.)
• Loading paper (See page 18.)
• Selecting the input signal (See page 20.)
Notes
• Use the ink ribbon and paper contained in the same
package as a pair. Before attempting to load an ink
ribbon or paper, make sure that the combination of the
ink ribbon and paper is compatible.
• When either an ink ribbon or paper has been
exhausted, replace both the ink ribbon and paper at the
same time.
• Use only ink ribbon and paper designed for use with
this printer. Failing to do so is likely to result in
malfunctions. (See“Recommended Ink Ribbon and
Paper” on page 61.)
Loading an Ink Ribbon
Load an ink ribbon into the printer’s ink ribbon
compartment.
Notes
• When you use the printer for the first time, the
thermal head is still secured in place. Before
attempting to load the ink ribbon, turn on the
power while the front panel is closed so that the
thermal head is released.
• When loading or replacing the ink ribbon, turning off
the power will cause the image stored in the memory
to be lost.
• If a blank sheet of paper is ejected, and the message
RIBBON END appears, the ink ribbon has been
exhausted. Replace the paper together with the ink
ribbon. Do not reuse the ejected blank paper.
• When paper runs out and “0” is displayed as the
amount of ink ribbon remaining, load a new ink ribbon
and paper at the same time.
• If you load an ink ribbon that is partially used, the
correct amount of ink ribbon remaining will not be
displayed.
• Once an ink ribbon has been completely used up,
replace it. An ink ribbon is not reusable.
• Do not rewind the ink ribbon for reuse.
• Do not touch the ink ribbon or place it in a dusty
location. Finger prints or dust on the ink ribbon will
result in imperfect printing or malfunction of the head.
• Use the ink ribbon and paper supplied with the
printer for the initial operation check of the
printer. The correct amount of ink ribbon
remaining is not displayed when the ink ribbon
and paper supplied are loaded.
1
Open the front panel by pulling the front panel
toward you.
Note
Be sure not to open the front panel when printing.
2
Remove the spent ink ribbon when replacing the
ink ribbon.
3
Remove any slack from the ink ribbon.
Wind the spools in the direction of the arrow until
the start position marker appears as illustrated.
Note
If the ribbon is left slack, it may be damaged when
inserted.
Start position marker

Preparation
Before Printing
18
4
Load the new ink ribbon into the ink ribbon
compartment.
5
Close the front panel by pushing the point marked
with “PULL OPEN”.
Note
Be sure to close the front panel completely. If you
do not, a paper jam or a malfunction may occur
while you are printing or cleaning the internal
thermal head.
When storing ink ribbon cartridge:
• Avoid placing the ink ribbon in a location subject to:
– high temperatures
– high humidity
– excessive dust
– direct sunlight
• Store a partially used ink ribbon in its original
packaging.
If your ink ribbon should tear
Repair the tear with transparent tape. There should be no
problem with using the remaining portion of the ribbon.
Loading Paper
To load paper on the paper tray, follow the procedure
below. Be careful not to touch the printing surface.
Note
Use only paper recommended. Failing to do so is likely
to result in malfunctions such as paper jams. (See
“Recommended Ink Ribbon and Paper” on page 61.)
1
Take out the paper tray. Then, open the cover of the
paper tray and place the paper in the paper tray so
that the printing surface faces up with the protection
sheet on top.
When the UPC-21L printing pack is used: Lay
the partition down.
When the UPC-21S printing pack is used: Raise
the partition.
Notes
• The paper tray holds up to 50 sheets of paper
when the UPC-21L printing pack is used and 80
sheets of paper when the UPC-21S printing pack
is used.
• When handling the paper, do not touch the
printing surface. Dust or finger prints are likely to
cause unsatisfactory printing or malfunction of
the head. Grasp the paper by the printing surface
protection sheet.
• When loading the paper, load the paper so that it
lays flat in the paper tray. If the paper is curled, it
will overflow from the paper tray and paper may
not be fed properly. Be sure to riffle the paper
along with the protection sheets before
attempting to place the paper in the paper tray.
• Do not place different types of paper in the tray at
the same time.
Insert the hole of the
handle of the ink ribbon
over the protruberance
of the printer.
Push the point marked
with “PULL OPEN”.
Turn the spools in the direction of the arrow to
remove any slack until the transparent tape
cannot be seen.
Transparent tape

Preparation
Before Printing 19
2
Remove the protection sheet placed on the top of
the paper.
3
Close the cover of the paper tray, and then slide the
paper tray back into the printer until it clicks into
place.
Note
When you cannot slide the paper tray back into the
printer, check whether or not paper or printouts are
left around the paper outlet slot. Remove them if
there are.
When storing the paper
• Avoid storing the paper in a location subject to:
– high temperatures
– high humidity
– excessive dust
– direct sunlight
• Use the original package for storing unused paper.
Attaching the Stopper
When multiple printouts are being ejected, printouts
accumulated on the paper tray may be pushed out of the
paper tray when a new printout is ejected.
To prevent them from being pushed, attach the stopper
as illustrated.
When your tray is the S (small) size tray
When your tray is the L (large) size tray
Note
Do not leave more than 10 sheets of ejected printouts on
the paper tray. Doing so may cause a paper jam.
Riffle the paper with
the protection sheet.
Place the paper
along with the
protection sheet
in the paper tray
with the printing
surface facing
up.
Front
Set the paper securely
under the tab.
Partition
Groove for S size tray
b
Groove for L size tray
b

Preparation
Before Printing
20
Selecting the Input Signal
Before printing, select the appropriate input signal (the
input connector to which the signal to be printed is being
input) VIDEO, S VIDEO, or RGB.
1
Turn on the video monitor and the printer.
2
Press the MENU button and display the INPUT
SETUP menu by pressing the F, f, Gor gbutton.
3
Select INPUT SEL by pressing the For fbutton.
4
Select the desired input signal by pressing the Gor
gbutton.
a) The RGB SYNC INPUT connectors are equipped only
with the UP-21MD.
When RGB is selected, ****** is displayed at the
selections of items HUE and COLOR on the INPUT
SETUP menu.
5
Press the MENU button.
The regular screen appears.
1
2, 5
2, 4, 5
2, 3
Switch IN to green by pressing the F, f, Gor gbutton,
then the INPUT SETUP menu appears.
Position the cursor at INPUT SEL by
pressing the For fbutton.
Source signal of the
image to be printed Video monitor and
printer window display
(the selected input
signal is spelled out)
Signal from video
equipment connected to the
VIDEO INPUT connector
V tVIDEO
Signal from video
equipment connected to the
S VIDEO INPUT connector
SV t S VIDEO
Signal from video
equipment connected to the
RGB SYNC INPUT
connectors
R tRGB a)
Switch the desired input signal to green by
pressing the Gor gbutton. The selected
input signal turns green and is spelled out.
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