Sony UP-991AD User manual

Instructions for Use
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
UP-991AD/UP-971AD
© 2014 Sony Corporation
Hybrid Graphic Printer
4-488-657-11 (1)

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Indication for Use / Intended use
The Sony UP-971AD and UP-991AD are compact,
medical grade black and white printers that can accept
both analog and digital signal inputs. They are designed
to be integrated into radiology imaging systems such as
mobile c-arm, ultrasound, cardiac cath lab and other
compatible medical imaging systems and produce hard
copy prints of still images captured by these systems for
the patient record or for referrals.
Note
Images printed from the unit cannot be used for
diagnostic use.
Caution
Federal law (United States of America) restricts this
device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare
practitioner.
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.
No modification of this equipment is allowed.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
To disconnect the main power, unplug the
power plug.
When installing the unit, incorporate a readily
accessible disconnect device in the fixed
wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily
accessible socket-outlet near the unit.
Do not position the ME equipment where it is
difficult to unplug the power plug.
If a fault should occur during operation of the
unit, operate the disconnect device to
switch the power supply off, or unplug the
power plug.
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 against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
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.
WARNING
Symbols on the products
General warning sign
Follow the warnings in the Instructions for
Use for parts of the unit on which this mark
appears.
NOTE Background color: Yellow
Triangular band: Black
Symbol: Black
Consult the Instructions for Use
Follow the directions in the Instructions for
Use for parts of the unit on which this mark
appears.
This symbol indicates the manufacturer, and
appears next to the manufacturer’s name and
address.
This symbol indicates the European
Community representative, and appears next
to the European Community representative’s
name and address.
This symbol indicates the equipotential
terminal which brings the various parts of a
system to the same potential.

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
For the customers in Canada
CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A)
This unit has been certified according to Standard
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60601-1.
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 IEC 60601-1-1. 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 IEC60601-
1-2 and CISPR11, Class B, Group 1)

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Important EMC notices for use in the medical environments
• The UP-991AD/UP-971AD 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-991AD/UP-
971AD.
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-991AD/UP-971AD.
Warning
If the UP-991AD/UP-971AD 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-991AD/UP-971AD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of the UP-991AD/UP-971AD should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic environment-guidance
RF emissions
CISPR 11 Group 1
The UP-991AD/UP-971AD 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-991AD/UP-971AD 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-991AD/UP-971AD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user
of the UP-991AD/UP-971AD 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-991AD/UP-
971AD requires continued operation during power mains
interruptions, it is recommended that the UP-991AD/UP-
971AD be powered from an uninterruptible power supply or a
battery.
Power frequency
(50/60Hz)
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-991AD/UP-971AD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user
of the UP-991AD/UP-971AD 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-991AD/UP-971AD,
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-991AD/UP-971AD is used exceeds the
applicable RF compliance level above, the UP-991AD/UP-971AD should be observed to verify normal operation. If
abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the
UP-991AD/UP-971AD.
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 laws in the relative area or country and the
regulations 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
This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of
Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-
0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance
based on European Union legislation shall be addressed
to the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany.
For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the
addresses provided in the separate service or guarantee
documents.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the
UP-991AD/UP-971AD
The UP-991AD/UP-971AD is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are
controlled. The customer or the user of the UP-991AD/UP-971AD can help prevent electromagnetic interference by
maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (Transmitters) and the
UP-991AD/UP-971AD as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum output power of transmitter
W
Separation 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
10A/125V
Safety Approval UL Listed and CSA

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For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate
For the customers in Taiwan only
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in Republic of India)
This symbol indicates that this product shall not be
treated as household waste and may not be dropped in
garbage bins. Product owners are advised to deposit
their product at the nearest collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Your co-operation shall facilitate proper disposal & help
prevent potential negative consequences/hazards to the
environment and human health, which could otherwise
be caused by inappropriate waste disposal including
improper handling, accidental breakage, damage
and/ or improper recycling of e-waste. The recycling
of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local civic office, your
household waste disposal service provider or the store
where you made the purchase. You may contact our
company’s toll free number in India for assistance.
This product complies with the “India E-waste Rule
2011”. The Ewaste Rules, 2011 is an Indian directive
aimed at reducing the harmful environmental impact of
waste electrical equipment by restricting the use of
known hazardous substances. As of 1st May 2012, new
electrical and electronic equipment introduced into the
market may no longer contain the following chemicals
or its specified maximum concentration levels: Lead,
Mercury, Hexavalent Chromium, Polybrominated
Biphenyls (PBB) or Polybrominated Diphenylethers
(PBDE) - in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and
Cadmium - 0.01 weight %, except of exemptions set in
Schedule 2 of the aforesaid Rule.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
SONY LIMITED WARRANTY - Please visit http://
www.sony.com/psa/warranty for important
information and complete terms and conditions of
Sony’s limited warranty applicable to this product.
For the customers in Canada
SONY LIMITED WARRANTY - Please visit http://
www.sonybiz.ca/solutions/Support.do for important
information and complete terms and conditions of
Sony’s limited warranty applicable to this product.
For the customers in Europe
Sony Professional Solutions Europe - Standard
Warranty and Exceptions on Standard Warranty.
Please visit http://www.pro.sony.eu/warranty for
important information and complete terms and
conditions.
For the customers in Korea
SONY LIMITED WARRANTY - Please visit http://
bpeng.sony.co.kr/handler/BPAS-Start for important
information and complete terms and conditions of
Sony’s limited warranty applicable to this product.

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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Overview ............................................................... 10
Location and Function of Parts and
Controls ................................................................ 11
UP-991AD ........................................................ 11
UP-971AD ........................................................ 13
Preparation
Loading Paper in the Unit .................................. 15
Connections
Connecting to video devices ................................ 17
Connecting to a computer ................................... 18
Connecting to the USB Connector ................... 18
Operation
Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu ....... 19
Menu structure and layer .................................. 20
Menu List ......................................................... 21
Basic Menu Operations .................................... 25
Registering Menu Settings ............................... 26
Printing the Menu List ...................................... 27
Printing ................................................................. 28
Starting a Print Job of Video Images ................ 28
Printing digital images from a computer .......... 31
Adjusting print image quality ........................... 32
Storing Image Data on a USB Flash Drive (UP-
991AD only) .......................................................... 34
Storing Image Data on a USB Flash Drive ...... 34
Others
Precautions ...........................................................36
On Safety ..........................................................36
On the Printer Carriage .....................................36
On Installation ...................................................36
About the battery (UP-991AD only) ................36
Maintenance .........................................................37
Cleaning the Cabinet .........................................37
Cleaning the Thermal Head ..............................37
Cleaning the Platen Roller ................................38
Paper .....................................................................38
Paper You Can Use ...........................................38
Specifications ........................................................39
UP-991AD ........................................................39
UP-971AD ........................................................40
License ...................................................................42
Troubleshooting ....................................................43
Error Messages .....................................................44
Index ......................................................................45

Getting Started
Overview
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Getting Started
Overview
Stable, high-quality printing
• Capable of high-resolution images of 12.8 dots/mm.
• 8-bit processing provides monochrome printing with
up to 256 shades of gradation.
A variety of printing modes
Single-picture mode
Side mode
Reverse mode
Multi-picture mode
A change of settings makes available an even greater
number of print modes (see page 28).
Supports both video and digital input
• Prints captured images from color or monochrome
video signals in NTSC or PAL format.
• Prints the image from a computer which is compatible
with Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible).
Easy picture quality adjustment function
By printing nine images as one page of which the
parameter is changed in picture quality adjustment
menu, you can select the most suitable adjustment.
Setting menu history function
Saves the last five menus that were used, allowing for
easy access to them next time.
Long-length picture printing
Supports 600 mm length digital printing.
Picture data to USB Flash Drive save function
(UP-991AD only)
Saves picture print data of both video and digital mode
to USB Flash Drive simultaneously when printing.
Auto cut function (UP-991AD only)
Automatically cuts the paper when printing completes.
Printing to film (UP-991AD only)
The UP-991AD can print on transparent film using UPT-
210BL (separately sold).
The difference between film printing and paper printing
In film printing, images are printed from the top.
Film printing has a function to print a margin in black.
BRIGHT=0 BRIGHT=4BRIGHT=-4
BRIGHT=-12 BRIGHT=-8BRIGHT=-16
BRIGHT=12 BRIGHT=16BRIGHT=8
CONTRAST=10 GAMMA=1 SHARP=2 TONE=8
Film print (UPT-210BL) Paper print (UPP-210HD,
UPP-210SE)

Getting Started
Location and Function of Parts and Controls 11
Backlight of the buttons
The unit can be operated in low light conditions. Buttons
that are functional for a particular setting will become
lit.
Location and Function
of Parts and Controls
For more details, see the referenced page numbers
enclosed in parentheses ().
UP-991AD
Front Panel
A!Power on/off switch (page 15, 25, 28, 31, 37,
38)
Press to turn on the printer. The LCD display
backlight and button backlight turn on.
Note
When the unit is turned on/off, or the main power is
turned off and turned on again, turn on the unit after
about five seconds.
BPrinter window display (LCD: liquid crystal
display) (page 25, 28, 31, 35)
The back light lights in green during normal unit
operation. Also, the kind of printing paper used is
shown on the right of the display when the paper
door opens or closes.
For detailed information on the paper, see “Loading
Paper in the Unit” on page 15 and “Paper” on page
38.
If an error occurs, a corresponding alarm message
is displayed.
During menu operations, menu items and settings
are displayed.
CMenu lever (page 20, 25, 37)
Navigate menus by tilting up, down, left or right.
Also, by pressing the center of the lever, you can
change the standby status to menu mode, or select
menu setting items.
DCONTRAST (contrast) dial (page 32)

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Location and Function of Parts and Controls
12
Adjusts the contrast of printouts.
EBRIGHT (brightness) dial (page 32)
Adjusts the brightness of the printouts.
FCUT button (page 16, 28)
Press to cut the paper at the end of a print job using
the internal paper cutter.
While printing, press to cancel the print job.
GFEED button (page 16, 28, 28)
Hold down to feed paper. While printing, press to
cancel the print job.
HMULTI PICTURE (multi-picture) button
(page 29)
Toggles between the multi-picture mode and
single-picture mode.
Note
This function is available only when printing a
video image.
ICAPTURE button (page 29, 34)
In the multi-picture mode, press to store the print
image in the memory of the unit.
When “STR:CAPT” is selected in the “STR.KEY”
menu, image data captured from the video signals is
stored in the USB Flash Drive.
Note
This function is available only when printing a
video image.
JCOPY button (page 30, 32)
Press to print a copy of the last printed image. Prints
only one paper regardless of the paper number set
in the “QTY” menu. This function is not available
in the multi-picture mode.
KPRINT button (page 28, 34)
In the multi-picture mode, images stored in the
memory of the unit (by the CAPTURE button) are
printed sequentially on a single paper.
In the single-picture mode, press to print the image
displayed on the monitor. When you press the
PRINT button, the displayed image is stored in the
memory of the unit and printed.
When “STR:PRNT” is selected in the “STR.KEY”
menu, the image is stored in a USB Flash Drive
after printing
Note
This function is available only when printing a
video image.
LOPEN/CLOSE button (page 15, 28, 37)
Press to open or close the paper door. While
printing, press to cancel the print job.
MPaper door
Open to install or replace printing paper, and to
clean the thermal head and platen roller. Use the
OPEN/CLOSE button to open or close the paper
door.
NUSB Flash Drive terminal
Connect a USB Flash Drive to this terminal.
OUSB Flash Drive access lamp
Displays USB Flash Drive access status, or verifies
any non-compatible USB devices.
Rear Panel
AEquipotential terminal
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 3.
BtVIDEO IN (input) connector (BNC type)
Connect to the video output connector of video
equipment.
CTVIDEO OUT (output) connector (BNC type)
Connect to the video input connector of a monitor,
etc.
Outputs the video signal which is input from the
VIDEO IN terminal (Automatic termination is
provided).
DREMOTE connector (page 17, 30)
Connects the Remote commander RM-91 or Foot
switch FS-24 (separately sold) for controlling print
operation from a distance.
EUSB connector (4-pin connector)

Getting Started
Location and Function of Parts and Controls 13
Use the USB cable to connect a computer with a
USB (USB 2.0 compliant) interface to this
connector.
FUSB Cable Clamper
Holds and secures the USB cable connected to the
USB connector.
GOPTION terminal
Used for future expansion functions.
H-AC IN connector
Use the appropriate power cord for your local
power supply (not supplied).
UP-971AD
Front Panel
A!Power on/off switch (page 15, 25, 28, 31, 37,
38)
Press to turn on the printer. The LCD display
backlight and backlight of the button are lit when
the printer is on.
Note
When the unit is turned on/off, or the main power is
turned off and turned on again, turn on the unit after
about five seconds.
BPrinter window display (LCD: liquid crystal
display) (page 25, 28, 31, 35)
The backlight lights in green during normal unit
operation. The printing paper type used is shown on
the right of the display when the paper door opens
or closes.
For detailed information on the paper, see “Loading
Paper in the Unit” on page 15 and “Paper” on page
38.
If an error occurs, a corresponding alarm message
is displayed.
During menu operations, menu items and settings
are displayed.
CMenu lever (page 20, 25, 37)
Navigate menus by tilting up, down, left or right.
Also, by pressing the center of the lever, you can
change the standby status to menu mode, or select
the menu setting items.
DCONTRAST (contrast) dial (page 32)
Adjusts the contrast of printouts.
EBRIGHT (brightness) dial (page 32)
Adjusts the brightness of printouts.
FFEED button (page 16, 24, 28)
Hold down to feed paper. While printing, press to
cancel the print job.
GMULTI PICTURE (multi-picture) button
(page 29)
Toggles between the multi-picture mode and
single-picture mode.
HCAPTURE button (page 29, 34)
In the multi-picture mode, press to store a print
image in the memory of the unit.
Note
This function is available only when printing a
video image.
ICOPY button (page 30, 32)
Press to print a copy of the last printed image. Prints
only one paper regardless of the paper number set
in the “QTY” menu. This function is not available
in the multi-picture mode.
JPRINT button (page 28, 34)
In the multi-picture mode, images stored in the
memory of the unit (by the CAPTURE button) are
printed sequentially on a single paper.
In the single-picture mode, press to print the image
displayed on the monitor. When you press the
PRINT button, the displayed image is stored in the
memory of the unit and printed.
Note
This function is available only when printing a
video image.
KOPEN/CLOSE button (page 15, 28, 37)
Press to open or close the paper door. While
printing, press to cancel the print job.
LPaper Cutter
Cut the paper as each image is printed.
MPaper door

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Location and Function of Parts and Controls
14
Open to install or replace printing paper, and to
clean the thermal head and platen roller. Use the
OPEN/CLOSE button to open or close the paper
door.
Rear Panel
AEquipotential terminal
Used to connect to the equipotential plug to bring
the various parts of a system to the same potential.
See “Important safeguards/notices for use in the
medical environments” on page 3.
BtVIDEO IN (input) connector (BNC type)
Connect to the video output connector of video
equipment.
CTVIDEO OUT (output) connector (BNC type)
Connect to the video input connector of a monitor,
etc.
Outputs the video signal which is input from the
VIDEO IN terminal (Automatic termination is
provided).
DREMOTE connector (page 17)
Connects the Remote commander RM-91 or Foot
switch FS-24 (separately sold) for controlling print
operation from a distance.
EUSB connector (4-pin connector)
Use the USB cable to connect a PC with a USB
(USB 2.0 compliant) interface to this connector.
FUSB Cable Clamper
Holds and secures the USB cable connected to the
USB connector.
GOPTION terminal
Used for future expansion functions.
H-AC IN connector
Use the appropriate power cord for your local
power supply (not supplied).
Refer to “Warning on power connection” on page 7
and “Warning on power connection for medical
use” on page 7.

Preparation
Loading Paper in the Unit 15
Preparation
Loading Paper in the
Unit
Caution
Do not touch any unit circuitry and the patient at the
same time.
If the unit malfunctions, it may generate voltage that
could be harmful to the patient.
Notes
• Do not touch the print surface of thermal printing
paper when loading it. Fingerprints, perspiration and
creases that may result will lower the print quality.
• Use only UPP-210 series or UPT-210BL printing
paper (page 38).
• If you use the UPP-210 series, set the menu according
to the paper (page 38).
1 Press the power on/off switch to turn the unit on.
The LCD display shows the message “SONY UP-
991AD” for the UP-991AD and “SONY UP-
971AD” for the UP-971AD.
Notes
• The LCD display backlight lights in amber and
shows the message “EMPTY” when no printing
paper is loaded.
• The LCD display backlight lights in amber and
shows the message “DOOR” when the paper door
is open.
2 Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the paper
door.
3 Place the printing paper roll on the tray.
Using UPP-210SE/UPP-210HD
Place the paper with the heat sensitive side facing
up. The printer will not print if the paper is
reversed.
Using UPT-210BL thermal film
*Cannot be used with the UP-971AD. Doing so may
cause a malfunction.
Place the paper with the heat sensitive side facing
up. The printer will not print if the paper is
reversed.
Remove label
and pull out 15
to 20 cm (about
6 to 8 inches).
Remove label
and pull out
15 to 20 cm
(about 6 to 8
inches).
Correctly Inserted
Incorrectly Inserted

Preparation
Loading Paper in the Unit
16
4 Insert the paper into the groove of the paper tray
and pull it out through the paper exit.
Note
Place the paper near the center of the groove of the
paper tray (inside of the guide). Note that paper
jams may occur if the paper is placed at the edge of
the groove of the paper tray.
Note
Pull out the printing paper to remove any slack and
possible creases.
5 Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the paper
door.
You can also push the paper door to close it.
6 Remove the paper leading edge.
UP-991AD
After loading paper, press the FEED button to feed
out 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 inches) of paper and press
the CUT button to remove it.
UP-971AD
After loading paper, press the FEED button to feed
out 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 inches) of paper. Then use
the paper cutter to remove it.
Note
To use the UPT-210BL after printing with UPP-210SE/
UPP-210HD, clean the thermal head before printing.
Otherwise, fine stripes may appear on printouts.
FEED Button
CUT Button
15 to 20 cm
FEED Button

Connections
Connecting to video devices 17
Connections
You can connect this unit to video devices and
computers. When connecting, see the operating
instructions of the connecting devices.
Warning
Using this unit for medical purposes
This equipment's connectors are not isolated.
Do not connect any device other than one which
conforms to IEC60601-1.
When an information technology device or AV device
that uses an alternating current is connected, current
leakage may result in an electric shock to the patient or
operator.
If use of such a device is unavoidable, isolate its power
supply by connecting an isolation transformer, or by
connecting an isolator between the connecting cables.
After implementing these measures, confirm that the
reduced risk now conforms to IEC60601-1.
Connecting to video
devices
Notes
• Turn off the power of each device before making any
connections.
• Connect the AC power cord last.
to video output
connector
to video input
connector
Video equipment
Color/black and
white video monitor
to VIDEO OUT
(BNC)
to VIDEO IN
(BNC)
to -
AC IN
to REMOTE
to wall outlet
Remote commander
RM-91 (separately sold)
Foot switch
FS-24 (separately sold)
AC power
cord (not
supplied)
Connecting cable
Connecting cable

Connections
Connecting to a computer
18
Connecting to a
computer
Notes
• Before connecting the unit to a computer, turn off the
unit, computer, monitor, and all peripheral devices
connected to the computer.
• Before connecting the unit to the computer, disconnect
the power cord from the unit. Connect the power cord
to the unit only after connecting the unit and the
computer.
• Follow the connection procedures described in the
computer manual.
• Make sure that the cables are connected securely at
both ends.
• The unit drive software provided with the unit is not
suitable for using the unit connected to a network.
• Printer operation is not guaranteed when connecting
to the computer using the USB cable via a hub.
• Two or more units cannot be connected to a single
computer.
Connecting to the USB Connector
Install the printer driver to the computer
When you use Windows XP/Windows Vista:
After connecting this unit to the computer, turn on this
unit. For installing, refer to the Install Guide of the
supplied CD-ROM, and the Readme file.
When you use Windows 7/8:
Before connecting this unit to the computer, install the
supplied printer driver to the computer. For installing,
refer to the Install Guide of the supplied CD-ROM, and
the Readme file.
Note
When this unit is turned on, do not set a connected
computer to standby (suspended) or pause mode, as it
may cause a malfunction.
to (USB)
connector
USB connecting
cable

Operation
Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu 19
Operation
Adjustments and
Settings Using the Menu
You can carry out adjustments and settings to meet your
requirements. Those settings and adjustments are
retained even if the unit is turned off.
You can set up the unit according to its intended
purpose, connected equipment or your individual
preferences.
You can store up to three user settings.

Operation
Adjustments and Settings Using the Menu
20
Menu structure and layer
The contents displayed on the LCD change in sequence
as you turn the menu lever, as shown in the following
menu flow chart, and you can make the settings for each
menu item.
Menus have a layer structure. Turn the menu lever to the
right to go to the lower layer, or to the left to return to the
upper layer.
On the LCD, “-” appears at the beginning of each menu
item name in the lower layer.
UP-991AD Menu Outline UP-971AD Menu Outline
READY
HISTORY
PRT.HELP LIST
HELP.1
HELP.2
HELP.3
HELP.4
HELP.5
ADJUST BRIGHT
CONTRA
GAMMA
SHARP
TONE
VIDEO ASPECT
AUT.PRT
COLOR
FIELD
INTRPT
N.MULTI
SCALE
SIDE
STR.KEY
PRT.POS
START.H
START.V
END.H
END.V
DIGITAL DRIVER
RESIZE
PRT.MENU
PREF. BACWRD
BLANK
BORDER
INFO
INVERT
MIRROR
QTY
CLEAN.TH
CONFIG. AUT.CUT
AUT.LCK
BEEP
CLOCK
PP.TYPE
RESET
LOAD
SAVE
SERIAL.N
READY
HISTORY
PRT.HELP LIST
HELP.1
HELP.2
HELP.3
ADJUST BRIGHT
CONTRA
GAMMA
SHARP
TONE
VIDEO ASPECT
AUT.PRT
COLOR
FIELD
INTRPT
N.MULTI
SCALE
SIDE
PRT.POS
START.H
START.V
END.H
END.V
DIGITAL DRIVER
RESIZE
PRT.MENU
PREF. BACWRD
BORDER
INFO
INVERT
MIRROR
QTY
CLEAN.TH
CONFIG. AUT.LCK
BEEP
FEED
PP.TYPE
RESET
LOAD
SAVE
SERIAL.N