UBI EasyCoder 101 User manual

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UBI EasyCoder 101 –Technical Manual
CONTENTS
UBI EasyCoder 101
Technical Manual
UBI Fingerprint5.1
Edition 2, October 1994
Art. No. 1-960318-01 Continued!
Introduction Contents .................................................................................. 1
FCC, DOC, and VDE Notices ................................................. 4
Preface .................................................................................... 5
Models EasyCoder 101........................................................................ 6
EasyCoder 101 E .................................................................... 8
EasyCoder 101 SA ................................................................ 10
Installation Installation Check List........................................................... 12
Unpacking............................................................................. 13
Mains Connection ................................................................. 14
Computer Connection ........................................................... 15
Starting Up Startup Files .......................................................................... 16
Turning On the Printer........................................................... 16
Messages at Startup ............................................................... 17
Setup Parameters General Information .............................................................. 18
Contrast ................................................................................ 19
Serial Communication ........................................................... 19
Detection............................................................................... 22
Media Size ............................................................................ 24
Print Window (6 dots/mm printhead)..................................... 26
Print Window (8 dots/mm printhead)..................................... 27
Media Type........................................................................... 28
Print Defines ......................................................................... 28
Performance .......................................................................... 30
Memory Allocation ............................................................... 30
Setting Up
EasyCoder 101
General Information .............................................................. 31

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CONTENTS, cont'd.
Continued!
Setting Up General Information .............................................................. 32
EasyCoder 101 E
&
101 SA
Entering the Setup Mode at Installation.................................. 33
Using the Keyboard in the Setup Mode.................................. 34
Setup Mode Overview, Part 1 ................................................ 35
Setup Mode Overview, Part 2 ................................................ 36
Contrast ................................................................................ 37
Serial Communication (SER-COM) ...................................... 37
Detection............................................................................... 37
Service .................................................................................. 40
Media Size ............................................................................ 40
Media Type........................................................................... 41
Print Defines ......................................................................... 41
Performance .......................................................................... 42
Memory Allocation ............................................................... 42
Leaving the Setup Mode........................................................ 43
Printing Principles Direct Thermal Printing......................................................... 44
Dot Size ................................................................................ 44
Conversion Table .................................................................. 44
Thermal Paper General Information .............................................................. 45
Pre-printed Paper................................................................... 45
Printhead Warranty ............................................................... 45
Setup Options........................................................................ 46
Additional Thermal Papers .................................................... 47
Paper Dimensions Paper Roll ............................................................................. 48
Non-adhesive Strip ................................................................ 49
Self-adhesive Strip ................................................................ 50
Self-adhesive Labels.............................................................. 51
Tickets and Tags ................................................................... 52
Memory Card Adapter Memory Card Types ............................................................. 53
Fitting a Memory Card .......................................................... 54
Removing a Memory Card .................................................... 54
Label-taken Sensor General Information .............................................................. 55
Adjusting the Sensitivity........................................................ 56
Program Example.................................................................. 57
Paper Cutter General Information .............................................................. 58
Activating the Cutter ............................................................. 58
Maintenance.......................................................................... 59
Dimensions ........................................................................... 59

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CONTENTS, cont'd.
Electronics Accessing the CPU Board ..................................................... 60
CPU Board............................................................................ 61
UBI Fingerprint EPROM's .................................................... 62
Configuration EPROM's........................................................ 62
RAM Memory ...................................................................... 63
GAL Circuit .......................................................................... 63
Real-time Clock Circuit......................................................... 63
Potentiometers....................................................................... 64
Interfaces Communication Port "uart1:"................................................. 65
Serial Interface Board: RS 232C (V24) on "uart1:" ................ 66
Serial Interface Board: 20 mA CL on "uart1:"........................ 68
Optional Interface Boards ...................................................... 71
Parallel Interface Board ......................................................... 72
Parallel Interface Board: "centronics:" ................................... 73
Parallel Interface Board: RS 232C (V24) on "uart1:" ............. 75
Triple Serial Interface Board.................................................. 77
Triple Serial Interface Board: RS 232C (V24) on "uart1:" ...... 78
Triple Serial Interface Board: 20 mA CL on "uart1:".............. 80
Triple Serial Interface Board: RS 232C (V24) on "uart2:" ...... 82
Triple Serial Interface Board: RS 232C (V24) on "uart3:" ...... 84

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Informationinthismanualissubjecttochangewithoutpriornoticeanddoesnotrepresentacommitment
on the part of UBI Printer AB.
© Copyright UBI Printer AB, 1994. All rights reserved. Published in Sweden.
EasyCoder, LabelShop and EasyPak are trademarks of United Barcode Industries (UBI).
Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc.
Bitstream is a registered trademark of Bitstream, Inc.
Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corp.
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft, MS, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Torx is a registered trademark of Camcar Division of Textron inc.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
FCC Notice
United States of America
WARNING:
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with
theinstructionsmanual,maycauseinterferencetoradiocommunications.Ithasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththe
limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonableprotectionagainstsuchinterferencewhenoperatedinacommercialenvironment.Operationofthisequipment
inaresidentialareaislikelytocauseinterferenceinwhichcasetheuserathisownexpensewillberequiredtotakewhatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.
DOC Notice
Canada
Canadian Dept. of Communication
REGULATIONS COMPLIANCE
(DOC-A)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in
the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communication.
✳ ✳ ✳
Ministère des Communications du Canada
CONFORMITE DE REGLEMENTS
(DOC-A)
Le présent appareil numérique n´émet pas de bruits radio-électriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des
Communications du Canada.
VDE Notice
Germany
ALLGEMEINE VORSCHRIFT:
Reparaturenoder sonstige Eingriffe,diesich nicht aufnormaleBedienung der Maschinebeziehen,dürfen ausschließlich
nur von einem ausgebildeten, zuständigen Fachmann vorgenommen werden.

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PREFACE
The EasyCoder 101 printer family comprises a number of direct
thermal printers with a print width of approximately 2 inches (53–
55 mm).
The EasyCoder 101 printers are manufactured in three main
models, each with two different printhead densities. The printers
canbe customized bymeans of anumber of options.Particulars of
the three main models are given on the pages to follow.
This Technical Manual1is intended to facilitate installation and
setup. It also gives information on labels, tickets, tags and paper
strip.
The Technical Manual is supplemented by the following publica-
tions:
• EasyCoder 101, User's Manual
Givesinformationonhowtorunandmaintaintheprinterandhow
to load paper supply.
• UBI Shell 3.1 Standard and Enhanced, Startup Manuals
Gives information on how to run the UBI Shell startup program
in EasyCoder 101 and EasyCoder 101 E respectively.
•EasyCoder 101, Service Manual
Givesinformation on troubleshooting,adjustmentsand repair of
the various EasyCoder 101 printer models.
•EasyCoder 101, Spare Parts Catalogue
Illustrates the various spare parts and field-installable options.
• UBI Fingerprint Programmer's Manual, v. 5.0
ContainsinformationontheUBIFingerprint5.0software,which
is used to control the printer's functions and the printing.
• UBI Fingerprint 5.1 Update Information
Contains information on changes and new features in the UBI
Fingerprint 5.1 software.
• UBI Stand-Alone Concept, Operating Instructions
Provides information on the stand-alone software for the
EasyCoder 101 SA printer.
• UBI LabelShop, Operator's Manual
InformationonhowtousetheUBILabelShopWYSIWYGlabel-
editing program for Microsoft Windows.
• UBI Windows Driver, Installation Instruction
Information on how to install and use the UBI Windows Driver.
• UBI Macintosh Driver, Installation Instruction
Informationonhow toinstallandusetheUBIMacintoshDriver.
1/. From October 1994, the name
“Technical Manual replaces the earlier
designation “Technical Description”

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MODELS EasyCoder 101
TheEasyCoder101isaruggeddirectthermalprinterforcomputerconnection.Itisavailablewith6dots/
mmprintheaddensityforEAN/UPCbarcodeprinting,or8dots/mmforhighqualityprintingof text, bar
codesandimages.ThisprinterispreparedfortheUBILabelShoplabel-editingprogram,theUBIWindows
Driver (optional paralell interface board required), and the UBI Macintosh Driver, but it may optionally
be fitted with other standard or custom-made application programs. You may also create your own
programs by means of the flexible UBI Fingerprint programming language.
The EasyPak 101 is a ready-to-use package containing an 8 dots/mm EasyCoder 101 printer fitted with
a Centronics interface, a memory card adapter and all cables and software required to connect it to a
personal computer fitted with Microsoft Windows. The UBI Windows Driver makes this model an ideal
label printer for a large number of programs run under Windows, and the UBI LabelShop label-editing
program allows you to create your own labels, while you have full control of the final result on your
computer screen.
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MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 101
Feature EasyCoder 101 Common Features EasyPak 101
Print Technique Direct Thermal
Printhead 6 or 8 dots/mm (153.9 or 203.2 dpi) 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi)
Print Width (6 or 8 dots/mm respectively) max. 52.8 mm (2.08") or 55.0 mm (2.17") max. 55.0 mm (2.17")
MediaWidth max. 58.0 mm (2.28")
Print Length (6 or 8 dots/mm respectively) max. 1650 mm (65") or 1250 mm (49") max. 1250 mm (49")
Print Speed max. 75–100 mm/sec. (3–4"/sec.)
Fonts, expandable 4 times Min. 1 Bitmapped; Standard: 9 Bitmapped6
SmoothFonts Yes, with UBI Toolbox
Print Directions for Text, Images, Lines, and Boxes 4
Bar Code Generators 326
Internal Paper Roll Diameter max. 110 mm (4.33")
Peel-Off Device Standard
Internal Rewind of Backing Paper and Labels Standard
Keyboard,built-in Print button only
Display 2 lines x 16 characters LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H) 186 x 360 x 183 mm (7.3 x 14.2 x 7.2")
Weight (excl. paper and options) 5.0 kgs (11 lbs)
Ambient Operating Temperature + 5˚C – +40˚C (+41˚F – +104˚F)
Humidity 20–80% non-condensing
Microprocessor 32 bit
Programming Language UBI Fingerprint 5.1
Startup program UBI Shell 3.1 Standard EasyPak Startup
On-Board RAM Memory, standard Std: 128 kbytes; Max. 512 kbytes1128 kbytes
Label End Sensor Standard
Mains Voltage (factory setup) 115/230 VAC, 60/50 Hz
Max.Power Consumption 300 W
1 x RS 232C/20 mA Current Loop1, 4 Standard Notincluded
1 x Centronics + 1 x RS 232C Interface1, 5 Optional Yes
Memory Card Adapter1Optional Yes
RS232C Cable2Optional Yes
CentronicsCable2Optional Yes
ExternalRS 232C Alpha-numeric Keyboard2Optional Not included
ExternalPaper Roll Holder2Optional Not included
UBI Toolbox, PC Windows configuration support2Optional Not included
UBI LabelShop, WYSIWYG Label Software for Windows2Optional Yes
UBI Windows Driver2(excl. cable) Optional Yes
UBI Macintosh Driver2(incl. cable) Optional Not included
1
/. Available as factory installed option or field-installable kit.
2
/. Field-installable option only.
3
/. Factory-installed option only. Must be requested at time of order.
4
/. Standard Serial Interface Board. Can be replaced by optional interface board. Optional optocoplers required for 20 mA CL.
5
/. Replaces standard communication interface (i.e. Serial Interface Board).
6
/. See UBI Fingerprint 5.0 Programmer's Manual.

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MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 101 E
The EasyCoder 101 E (Enhanced) is a rugged multi-purpose direct-thermal printer, primarily intended
for computer connection, but can also be adapted for special applications thanks to its programmable
keyboard.Itisavailablewith6dots/mmprintheaddensityforEAN/UPCbarcodeprinting,or8dots/mm
forhighqualityprintingoftext,barcodesandimages.ThisprinterispreparedfortheUBILabelShoplabel-
editing program, the UBI Windows Driver (optional parallel interface board required), and the UBI
Macintosh Driver, but it may optionally be fitted with other standard or custom-made application
programs. You may also create your own programs by means of the flexible UBI Fingerprint program-
ming language.
TheEasyPak101Eisaready-to-use packagage containing an 8 dots/mmEasyCoder101E printerfitted
with a Centronics interface, a memory card adapter and all cables and software required to connect it to
apersonalcomputerfittedwithMicrosoftWindows.TheUBIWindowsDrivermakesthismodelanideal
label printer for a large number of programs run under Windows, and the UBI LabelShop label-editing
program allows you to create your own labels while you have full control of the final result on your
computer screen.

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MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 101 E
Feature EasyCoder 101 E Common Features EasyPak 101 E
Print Technique Direct Thermal
Printhead 6 or 8 dots/mm (153.9 or 203.2 dpi) 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi)
Print Width (6 or 8 dots/mm respectively) max. 52.8 mm (2.08") or 55.0 mm (2.17") max. 55.0 mm (2.17")
MediaWidth max. 58.0 mm (2.28")
Print Length (6 or 8 dots/mm respectively) max. 1650 mm (65") or 1250 mm (49") max. 1250 mm (49")
Print Speed max. 75–100 mm/sec. (3–4"/sec.)
Fonts, expandable 4 times Min. 1 Bitmapped; Standard: 9 Bitmapped6
SmoothFonts Yes, with UBI Toolbox
Print Directions for Text, Images, Lines, and Boxes 4
Bar Code Generators 326
Internal Paper Roll Diameter max. 110 mm (4.33")
Peel-Off Device Standard
Internal Rewind of Backing Paper and Labels Standard
Keyboard, built-in 21 keys plus Print button
Display 2 lines x 16 characters LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H) 186 x 360 x 183 mm (7.3 x 14.2 x 7.2")
Weight (excl. paper and options) 5.0 kgs (11 lbs)
Ambient Operating Temperature + 5˚C – +40˚C (+41˚F – +104˚F)
Humidity 20–80% non-condensing
Microprocessor 32 bit
Programming Language UBI Fingerprint 5.1
Startupprogram UBIShell 3.1 Enhanced EasyPak Startup
On-Board RAM Memory, standard Std: 128 kbytes; Max. 512 kbytes1256 kbytes
Label End Sensor Standard
Mains Voltage (factory setup) 115/230 VAC, 60/50 Hz
Max.Power Consumption 300 W
1 x RS 232C/20 mA Current Loop1, 4 Standard Notincluded
1 x Centronics + 1 x RS 232C Interface1, 5 Optional Yes
3 x RS 232C, or 2 x RS 232C + 1 x 20 mA CL Interface1, 5 Optional Yes
LabelTaken Sensor (LTS)1Optional Not included
RealTime Clock (RTC)1Optional Not included
Memory Card Adapter1Optional Yes
CutterUnit Optional Notincluded
RS232C Cable2Optional Yes
CentronicsCable2Optional Yes
ExternalRS 232C Alpha-numeric Keyboard2Optional Not included
ExternalPaper Roll Holder2Optional Not included
UBI Toolbox, PC Windows configuration support2Optional Not included
UBI LabelShop, WYSIWYG Label Software for Windows2Optional Yes
UBI Windows Driver2(excl. cable) Optional Yes
UBI Macintosh Driver2(incl. cable) Optional Not included
1
/. Available as factory installed option or field-installable kit.
2
/. Field-installable option only.
3
/. Factory-installed option only. Must be requested at time of order.
4
/. Standard Serial Interface Board. Can be replaced by optional interface board. Optional optocoplers required for 20 mA CL.
5
/. Replaces standard communication interface (i.e. Serial Interface Board).
6
/. See UBI Fingerprint 5.0 Programmer's Manual.

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MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 101 SA
The EasyCoder101SA (Stand-Alone) printer isintendedforapplications, where the printermustbeable
to operate without being connected to a computer. The operator can enter variable information into
preprogrammedlabellayoutsandcontroltheprintingfromtheprinter'sownkeyboardorfromanexternal
alpha-numeric keyboard. Thus, this printer is fitted with special software in its configuration EPROM's
andanexpandedRAMmemory.TheprintercanbetemporarilyorpermanentlyconnectedtoaPCforup-
ordownloading of labeltextsand formats. TheEasyCoder 101 SAisavailablewith 6dots/mmfor EAN/
UPC bar code printing or 8 dots/mm printhead density for high quality printing of text, bar codes and
images. The software is described in a separate manual.
TheEasyPak101SA isaready-to-usepackagecontainingan8 dots/mmEasyCoder101SA printerfitted
with a label-taken sensor, a memory card adapter, a real-time clock plus devices for label peel off and
rewindingofthespentbackingpaper.ThepackagealsocontainstheUBILabelShoplabel-editingprogram
for Microsoft Windows and a connection cable. Plug the printer to a PC, create and download the label
formats and texts you need, and unplug it. Then you can move the printer anywhere you like, provided
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Feature EasyCoder 101 SA Common Features EasyPak 101 SA
Print Technique Direct Thermal
Printhead 6 or 8 dots/mm (153.9 or 203.2 dpi) 8 dots/mm (203.2 dpi)
Print Width (6 or 8 dots/mm respectively) max. 52.8 mm (2.08") or 55.0 mm (2.17") max. 55.0 mm (2.17")
MediaWidth max. 58.0 mm (2.28")
Print Length (6 or 8 dots/mm respectively) max. 1650 mm (65") or 1250 mm (49") max. 1250 mm (49")
Print Speed max. 75–100 mm/sec. (3–4"/sec.)
Fonts,expandable 4 times 10 Bitmapped6
SmoothFonts Yes, with UBI Toolbox
Print Directions for Text, Images, Lines, and Boxes 4
Bar Code Generators 106
Internal Paper Roll Diameter max. 110 mm (4.33")
Peel-Off Device Standard
Internal Rewind of Backing Paper and Labels Standard
Keyboard, built-in 21 keys plus Print button
Display 2 lines x 16 characters LCD
Dimensions (W x D x H) 186 x 360 x 183 mm (7.3 x 14.2 x 7.2")
Weight (excl. paper and options) 5.0 kgs (11 lbs)
Ambient Operating Temperature + 5˚C – +40˚C (+41˚F – +104˚F)
Humidity 20–80% non-condensing
Microprocessor 32 bit
Programming Language UBI Fingerprint 5.1
Startup program UBI Stand-Alone Concept 2.xx
On-Board RAM Memory, standard 512 kbytes
Label End Sensor Standard
RealTime Clock (RTC)1Standard
Mains Voltage (factory setup) 115/230 VAC, 60/50 Hz
Max.Power Consumption 300 W
1 x RS 232C/20 mA Current Loop1, 4 Standard Yes
1 x Centronics + 1 x RS 232C Interface1, 5 Optional Notincluded
3 x RS 232C, or 2 x RS 232C + 1 x 20 mA CL Interface1, 5 Optional Notincluded
LabelTaken Sensor (LTS)1Optional Yes
Memory Card Adapter1Optional Yes
CutterUnit Optional Notincluded
RS232C Cable2Optional Yes
CentronicsCable2Optional Not included
ExternalRS 232C Alpha-numeric Keyboard2Optional Not included
ExternalPaper Roll Holder2Optional Not included
UBI Toolbox, PC Windows configuration support2Optional Not included
UBI LabelShop, WYSIWYG Label Software for Windows2Optional Yes
1
/. Available as factory installed option or field-installable kit.
2
/. Field-installable option only.
3
/. Factory-installed option only. Must be requested at time of order.
4
/. Standard Serial Interface Board. Can be replaced by optional interface board. Optional optocoplers required for 20 mA CL.
5
/. Replaces standard communication interface (i.e. Serial Interface Board).
6
/. See UBI Stand-Alone Concept, Operating Instructions.
MODELS, cont'd. EasyCoder 101 SA

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Installation Check List
INSTALLATION
❑Unpack the printer as described on next page.
❑EasyPak:
IfyouhaveanEasyPak101,EasyPak101E,orEasyPak101SA
package,follow the instructionsin the enclosed“UBIEasyPak
– Getting Started” booklet.
Standard EasyCoder printer:
If you have a standard EasyCoder 101, EasyCoder 101 E, or
EasyCoder 101 SA printer, go on to next step.
Customized EasyCoder printer:
IfyouhaveacustomizedEasyCoder101, EasyCoder101E,or
EasyCoder 101 SA printer, check its CPU board and pinterface
boardinregardofinterfacecircuitsandstrapsasdescribedinthe
chapters “Electronics” and “Interfaces” at the end of this
manual. Then go on to next step.
❑Connecttheprintertoamainssocketasdescribedlateroninthis
chapter.
❑Connect the printer to its host computer by means of a suitable
communicationcableasdescribedlaterinthischapter.(Referto
the chapter “Interfaces” for more information on computer
connectionandcableconfigurations).Thisstepisnotnecessary
for EasyCoder 101 SA.
❑Load a supply of thermal paper, see the User's Manual.
❑If you want to use a memory card, insert it into the optional
memory card adapter (see chapter “Memory Card Adapter”).
❑Check that the printhead is lowered.
❑Iftheprinterisfittedwithanoptionalpapercutter,checkthatthe
cutter unit is locked in closed position.
❑Turn on the power.
❑Depending on the printer's software, proceed according to one
of the five alternatives described in the chapter “Starting Up”.

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Before starting the installation, carefully examine the delivery for
possible damage or missing parts:
❑Openthe boxand lift theprinter, togetherwiththe foam-plastic
shock absorbers, out of the box.
❑Removetheshockabsorbersandcheckthatthemachinehasnot
beenvisiblydamagedduringthetransportation.Keepthepack-
ingmaterialuntilyouaresurethattheprinterfunctionsproperly.
❑The machine sign on the inside of the printer's right-hand door
gives information on:
• Type
• Article Number
• Serial Number
❑Check the printer in regard to possible options ordered.
❑Checkthatthemainscordhasapinconfigurationthatwillfitinto
a wall socket according to the local standard.
Should any kind of damage have occurred during transportation,
immediately make a complaint to the carrier.
Any incorrect delivery or missing parts should be reported to the
distributor.
INSTALLATION, cont'd.
Unpacking
European type US/Canadian type GB type
230V mains plug 115V mains plug 230V mains plug
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Art. No.
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❑Make sure that the printer is set for the correct voltage by
checking the voltage sign on the printer's rear plate.
❑Fit the mains cord, which is included in the delivery, into the
mains receptacle. Connect the other end of the cord to a
groundedwall socket. Toavoid interference fromnoise,surges
and spikes, a dedicated line is preferred. If no such line is
available,avoidlinestowhichelectricmotors,refrigeratorsand
similar devices are connected.
❑The power can be turned on/off by means of the main switch
situated next to the mains receptacle. The “Power” LED on the
printer's front console indicates when the power is on.
INSTALLATION, cont'd.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
230 VAC
50 Hz
Power On LED
PULL/TIREZ
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UBI Standard Cables
RS232CCables:
Printer(DB25)toIBM-AT 1-975581-05
Printer(DIN8)toIBM-AT 1-976954-00
Printer(DB25)toIBM-XT 1-975580-05
PrinterDB25)toIBM-PS2 1-975580-05
Printer(DB-25)toMac 1-010007-00
DB-25GenderChanger 1-010008-00
CentronicsCable:
DB-25/Centronics 1-010001-00
INSTALLATION, cont'd.
As standard, all EasyCoder 101 printer models are fitted with one
communication port for RS 232C on their rear plates1.
EasyPak 101 and EasyPak 101 E printers also have a parallel
Centronics communication port.
EasyCoder101 SA and EasyPak101 SA printersdonot have tobe
connected to a computer, even if the EasyPak 101 SA is prepared
for connection to a PC in order to use the UBI LabelShop program
for label editing.
Ifthereareothercommunicationports,orifyouhaveorderedanon-
standard printer, refer to the chapter “Interfaces” for information
on how to connect the printer.
With the exception of EasyPak kits and Macintosh Driver kits, no
communication cable is provided unless ordered separately. Refer
to the chapter “Interfaces” for cable configuration descriptions.
Refertothemanualofthehostcomputerorterminalforinformation
on how to connect the other end of the communication cable.
Computer Connection
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
230 VAC
50 Hz
Parallel Port ("centronics:")
(36-p female Centronics)
EasyPak 101 & 101 E Printers ⇒
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
230 VAC
50 Hz
Serial RS 232C Port ("uart1:")
(DB25 male)
⇐Standard Printers
(except EasyPak 101 & 101 E)
WARNING!
When connecting printer and host,
the power should be off!
1/. As an option, this communication port
can be reconfigured for 20 mA Current
Loop(notifCentronicsinterfaceisfitted).
Hints:
• ForUBILabelShoporUBIFingerprintprogramming,usethe"uart1:"serial
RS 232C communication channel.
• For UBI Windows Driver, use the "centronics:" parallel communication
channel.
• For the UBI Macintosh Driver, use the "uart1:" serial communication
channel.Aspecialcablewithgenderchangerisincludedinthedriverkit.This
cable does neither fit "uart1:" on the Parallel Interface Board nor "uart2:"
and "uart3:" on the Triple Serial Interface Board.
• UBI's standard communication cables and adapters makes it possible to
connectthe printerdirectly to theserial orparallel port ofan IBMAT, XT or
PS-2personal computer,or the serialport ofan Apple Macintoshcomputer.
Serial RS 232C Port ("uart1:")
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At startup, the behaviour of the printer is decided by the possible
existence of a startup (autoexec) file, i.e. a program that automati-
cally starts running when the printer is turned on. There are five
major possibilities:
AThe printer is fitted with the EasyPak Startup program, which
allows the operator to switch between UBI LabelShop and UBI
Windows Driver.
BThe printer is fitted with the UBI Shell file-managing program,
which allows the operator to choose between a variety of
applications and functions.
CThe printer is fitted with the UBI Stand-Alone program.
DThe printer is fitted with no startup file at all.
EThe printer is fitted with a custom-made application program
thatisdesigntoperformaspecifictask,e.g.toprintairlineticket,
baggage tags, or product labels for a certain company.
Therecanbeonestartupfilestoredineachofthefollowingpartsof
theprinter'smemory:RAM,ROM,andmemorycards.Ifthereare
startupfilesstoredinmorethanoneplace,theywillbeusedwiththe
following priority:
1. Dos-formatted memory cards (SRAM).
2. Printer's RAM memory.
3. Non DOS-formatted memory cards (SRAM or OTPROM).
4. Printer's ROM memory, e.g. the configuration EPROM's.
This implies that if you have a startup file stored in the configu-
rationEPROM's andinserta memorycard withanotherstartup
file before you turn on the printer, the startup file of the memory
card will be used.
The display will keep you informed on what happens and in many
cases prompt you to take some kind of action, e.g. to choose
betweenoptions.Howtotakeactionlargelydependsonthenumber
of keys available on the printer model in question.
Do not start the printer before you have made the necessary
connections, inserted any memory card you want to use, and
checked that the printhead is lowered and the optional cutter is in
closed position.
Turn on the power by means of the main switch on the rear plate.
The “Power” LED control lamp on the front panel lights up when
thepowerison.Waitforafewmoments,whiletheprinterloadsthe
program and runs some self-diagnostic tests. Then some kind of
message will appear in the display window.
STARTING UP
Startup Files
Turning On the Printer
EPROM =Erasable Programmable
Read-Only Memory
OTPROM =One-Time
Programmable Read-
Only Memory
RAM =Random Access Memory
ROM =Read-Only Memory
SRAM =Static Random Access
Memory

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STARTING UP, cont'd.
The type of startup file running in the printer is indicated by the
message shown in the display window directly after power up.
A. EasyPak Startup Program (EasyPak101&101 E):
LABELSHOP or WINDOWS DRIVER
5 sec. 5 sec.
4 sec. 4 sec.
3 sec. 3 sec.
2 sec. 2 sec.
1 sec. 1 sec.
Refer to the UBI EasyPak 101 Getting Started or UBI EasyPak
101 E Getting Started manual for further information.
B. UBI Shell Startup Program (EasyCoder101&101 E):
PRINT=UBI SHELL or ENTER=UBI SHELL
5 sec. v.3.1 5 sec. v.3.1
4 sec. v.3.1 4 sec. v.3.1
3 sec. v.3.1 3 sec. v.3.1
2 sec. v.3.1 2 sec. v.3.1
1 sec. v.3.1 1 sec. v.3.1
Refer to the Startup Manual of UBI Shell Standard or UBI Shell
Enhanced respectively for further information. The digits in the
lower right corner of the display indicate the version of UBI Shell.
C. UBI Stand-Alone Program (EasyPak101SA & EasyCoder 101SA):
UBI STAND-ALONE
Please wait 1min
Refer to the UBI Stand-Alone Concept, Operating Instructions
manual for further information.
D. No Startup File (non-standardEasyCoder101&101 E):
UBI Fingerprint
5.1
Refer to the documentation of the corresponding version of UBI
Fingerprint for further information.
E. Custom-made Application Program (non-standardEasyCoder 101 & 101E):
Anyotherdisplaymessagethanthoseillustratedaboveindicatethat
theprinterisrunningsomecustom-made,non-standardapplication
program or that some error has occurred.
Messages at Startup

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SETUP PARAMETERS
The setup allows you to adapt the printer for the desired type of
computer communication and to control the printing. The setup
parameters are:
General Information
Parameter Options Default1
❑Printoutcontrast Variable(0–9) Middle(5)
❑Serialcommunication2:
◆Baudrate 300|600|1200|2400|4800|9600|19200|3840039600
◆Parity even|odd|mark|space|none none
◆Characterlength 7bits|8bits 7bits
◆No.ofstopbits 1bit|2bits 2bits
◆Typeofflowcontrol:
-RTS/CTS Enable|disable disable
-ENQ/ACK Enable|disable disable
-XON/XOFF,datafromhost Enable|disable enable
-XON/XOFF,datatohost Enable|disable enable
◆Newlinecontrolchar.fr.printer CR/LF|LF|CR CR/LF
❑Detection:
◆Labelstopsensoradjustment Variable n.a.
◆Feedadjustment:
-Startadjust.+/- Variable 0
-Stopadjust.+/- Variable 0
❑Service:
◆Mediasize:
-X-start Variable(6dots/mm:0–319;8dots/mm:8–448) 0/8
-Width Variable(6dots/mm:0–320;8dots/mm:0–440) 320/440
-Length Variable,upto9999dots 1200/1200
◆Mediatype: Label(wgaps)|Ticket(wgaps)|Fixlengthstrip|Varlengthstrip Label(wgaps)
◆Printdefines:
-Printheadresistance Variable Acc.toprinthead
-Thermalpapertype Seethechapter“ThermalPaper” RICOH130LAB/LAM
-Testprint Aseriesoftestlabelscanbeprinted4n.a.
◆Performance: Normal|High|Ultrahigh Normal
◆Memoryallocation:
-Imagebuffersize Variable 24kbyte5
-Receivebuffersize2Variable 300byte5
-Transmissionbuffersize2Variable 300byte
1/. “Default” refers to the default setup values in the standard configuration EPROM's. A custom-made printer fitted with
non-standard configuration EPROM's may have a different combination of setup values.
2/. The software is able to detect if any of the optional serial interface boards is fitted. If so, the serial communication
parameters and the size of the communication buffers are set up separately for each of the communication channels
"uart1:", "uart2:", and "uart3:". There is no communication setup for the optional Centronics parallel communication
channel.
3/. Baudrate 38,400 is only available for "uart2:" and "uart3:" (requires a Triple Serial Interface Board).
4/. Not available for EasyCoder 101.
5/. Higher default value for EasyCoder 101 SA.

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SETUP PARAMETERS, cont'd.
Thischapterexplainsthemeaningofthevarioussetupparameters.
There are a number of ways to change the setup:
• BymeansoftheSetupModeasexplainedinthechapters“Setting
UpEasyCoder101”and“SettingUpEasyCoder101 E and 101
SA”.
• Bymeans ofthe TerminalSetup option in UBI Shell(EasyCoder
101 only).
• By means of Setup files. See the documentation of the UBI
Fingerprint software, SETUP statement.
NotethatthefollowingsetupoptionsareexcludedintheEasyCoder
101 printer model, since that model is never delivered with more
than one serial communication channel:
• Serialcommunicationsetupforcommunicationchannels"uart2:"
and "uart3:".
• Communicationbuffersetupforcommunicationchannels"uart2:"
and "uart3:".
The contrast setup allows you to make minor adjustment of the
printoutinregardofblackness,e.g.,toadapttheprintertovariations
in quality between different batches of the same paper quality.
The serial communication setup controls the communication be-
tween the printer and the connected computer or other devices on
the standard serial communication channel "uart1:" and the op-
tionalserialchannels"uart2:"and"uart3:".Thelattertwochannels
require an optional Triple Serial Interface Board to be fitted. The
printer's software detects if such a board is fitted and presents
additional sets of communication setup menus for each serial
channel.
The serial communication setup has no consequence whatsoever
for parallel communication via an optional parallel interface
board.
For each serial communication channel, the following parameters
canbeset.Makesuretheymatchthesetupoftheconnecteddevice
orviceversa.Thedefaultsetup(indicatedbyboldcharactersbelow)
is selected as to make the printer understand and act upon UBI
Fingerprintinstructions transmitted from the host, regardless how
thehost is setup.Ifthe setup oftheprinter and thesetupof the host
do not match, the response from the printer to host will be garbled.
Serial Communication
• Baudrate
• Parity
• Character Length
• Stop Bits
• Flow Control
• New Line
Contrast
Continued!

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SETUP PARAMETERS, cont'd.
• Baudrate:
The baudrate is the transmission speed in bits per second. The
following baudrates can be selected:
300
600
1200
2,400
4,800
9,600 Max.recommended baudrate for 20 mAcurrentloop
19,200
38,400 Onlyavailable on "uart2:" and "uart3:".
If communication problems occur, try a lower baudrate.
• Parity:
The parity decides how the software will check for transmission
errors. There are five options:
None Donot use in combination with1stop bit on "uart1:"
Even
Odd
Mark
Space
• Character Length:
The character length specifies the number of bits in a character.
Formostpurposes7bitswillbesufficient,butifspecialcharacters
orcharactersspecificforotherlanguagesaretobeused,8bitsare
recommended.RefertotheUBIFingerprintmanualforinforma-
tiononwhichcharactersareavailableinvariouscombinationsof
character length and character set.
7CharactersASCII 0 – 127 decimalcanbe transmitted.
8 CharactersASCII 0 – 255 decimalcanbe transmitted.
• Stop Bits:
The number of stop bits specifies how many bits will define the
end of a character. There are two options:
1 Donot use this option incombinationwith no parity on "uart1:"
2
• Flowcontrol:
There are several different ways to control the exchange of data
between the printer and the connected computer or other device
(“Handshaking”). Each option can be enabled or disabled sepa-
rately, but normally only one alternative should be selected. For
galvanicallyinsulatedinterfaces(i.e.20mAcurrentloop),ENQ/
ACK or XON/XOFF are to prefer in order to retain interference
protection and limit the number of lines.
Serial Communication,
cont'd.
Continued!
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