Woosim Systems PORTI-SW40 User manual

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MODEL PORTI-SW40
WOOSIM SYSTEMS Inc.
#501, Daerung Technotown 3th,
448, Gasan-Dong, GeumChun-Ku,
Seoul, Korea
Tel : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
URL: http://www.woosim.com

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PORTI-SW40 portable printer operator’s manual.
Copyright 2007 by Woosim System Inc.གྷ
All rights reserved.
The information contained in this manual is the property of Woosim Systems Inc. and
may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the prior written permission of
Woosim Systems Inc.
Trademark
a registered trademark of Woosim Systems Inc.
All other trademark are the properties of their respective companies.
Caution
Some semiconductor devices are easily damaged by static electricity. You should turn
the printer “OFF”, before you connect or removed the cable on the rear side, in order to
guard the printer against the static electricity.
If the printer is damaged by the static electricity, you should turn the printer “OFF”.
Notice
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
"Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment."

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 Introduction
The PORTI-SW40 is suitable designed for use with a growing variety of mobile
devices. IrDA/Serial or Bluetooth/Serial interfaces make the PORTI-SW40 the perfect
comrade for applications such as point of transaction warehousing, distribution, point
of sales, hospitality, gaming and healthcare.
The general features of PORTI-SW40 printer are as follows:
XPocket size (107.5mm x 88.5mm x 45mm).
XLight weight(360g) for true mobility.
XVery silent printing thru direct thermal printing method.
XHigh speed (40mm/sec)
XHigh resolution (203dpi, 8dot/mm)
XRS-232C or TTL , Bluetooth interface
XEasier paper roll loading by CLAMSHELL design.
XEasier maintenance with self-diagnostic.
XMicrosoft Windows 98/ME/XP/2000 compatible.
XSupport bit-image(logo) download.
XFlow control : Software (XON/XOFF)
Hardware flow control not supported in printer.ଖ
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 Operating Precaution
Please follow the precautions below to enjoy and maintain the full performance of
the printer.
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Using the Printer
ƔBe careful not to drop or bump the printer on a hard surface.
ƔDo not install the printer in direct sunlight or such areas.
Suitable environment for the use of the printer is as follows :
Operating temperature :ଝ-10°C to 40°C
Relative humidity : 10% toଝ90% (No condensation)
ƔDo not install the printer near devices that generate strong
electromagnetic fields such as a copy machine.
ƔDo not open the platen cover during printing .
ƔDo not remove or reinstall the communication cable during printing
or transmission.
ƔDo not touch the connectors of the communication cable and
to close up the Infrared transmitter /receiver during printing.
ƔSwitch the POWER OFF when not in use.
ƔDo not use alcohol or other solvent.
ƔThe AC adapter, the battery charger and the battery pack may
become warm when in use. This is normal and is not a malfunction.
ƔWhen the battery pack is used at low temperature, the length of time
the printer can be used may be shortened.

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XThermal Paper Handling
ƔStore the thermal paper in a cool, dry and dark place.
ƔDo not rub the paper with hard object.
ƔDo not leave the paper with hard object.
ƔDo not allow plastic film, erasers, or adhesive tape to touch the paper
for long periods.
ƔDo not stack the thermal paper with diazo copies immediately
after copying or wet-type copies.
ƔDo not use chemical glue.
ƔAlways use the clean thermal paper.
Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against farmful interference in a residential installation. Thes equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interfrernce to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause farmful interference to radio or television reception , which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
--Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
--Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
--Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
reciver is connected.
--Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to
operated the equipment under FCC rules.

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CONTENTS
1. Outline............................................................................................................................................7G
1.1. Model classifications ............................................................................................................7G
1.2. Product Part Number System................................................................................................7G
1.3. Specifications........................................................................................................................8G
2. Setting up the printer ....................................................................................................................9G
2.1. Printer & Accessories ...........................................................................................................9G
2.2. Printer Features...................................................................................................................10G
2.2.1. Part name .................................................................................................................10G
2.2.2. Dimensions ..............................................................................................................10G
2.3. Replacing paper roll............................................................................................................11G
2.4. Power supply ......................................................................................................................12G
2.4.1. Internal power supply ..............................................................................................12G
2.4.2. Installing the Battery................................................................................................12G
2.4.3. Recharging the battery pack.....................................................................................13G
2.5. Set operation mode .............................................................................................................14G
3. Interface........................................................................................................................................17G
3.1. RS-232C .............................................................................................................................17G
3.2. Bluetooth ............................................................................................................................18G
4. Using the printer..........................................................................................................................19G
4.1. Control panel ......................................................................................................................19G
4.2. Self test ...............................................................................................................................20G
5. Consumable parts........................................................................................................................21G
5.1. Recommended paper...........................................................................................................21G
5.2. Printing position..................................................................................................................21G

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PORTI-SW40 ( ) ( )
Model Name
Interface
None : IrDA/Serial
BT : Bluetooth/Serial
Power
None : DC 8.4V
Model name / Interface Spec.
Example) 1. Porti-S40 Serial/Bluetooth Part No. ൽS40/A1
2. Porti-SC30 Bluetooth Only Part No. ൽG SC30/Z1
S40
SC30
W25
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Wired Wireless
A RS-232C 1 Bluetooth
B TTL 2 IrDA
C USB 3 HPIR
D RS-485 0 None
E Parallel
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1. .3 3. .S Sp pe ec ci if fi ic ca at ti io on ns s
Item Specification
Printing method Direct thermal line printing
Characters per line 64cpl
Character size Eng. : 9*24dots, 12*24dots Kor. : 16*24dots, [24*24dots]
Resolution 203dpi, 8dots/mm
Print width 3-inch (72mm, 576dots)
Printing speed 40mm / sec
Dimensions 107.5 * 88.5 * 45 mm
Weight 360g (Including battery & roll paper)
Interface RS-232C or TTL / Bluetooth
Paper supplied Thermal roll paper (80mm wide, 38ø)
Barcode supplied PDF417(2-dimension), Code128, Code39, I2/5, Code93
UPC, EAN, KAN, JAN, CODABAR
Receive buffer size 10K bytes
Note Printing speed may be slower, depending on the data
transmission speed and the combination of control commands.
Battery Rechargeable 7.4V DC, 1400mAh(Li-ion)
Battery duration 1 hour continuous printing
Battery Charger Input (100~250VAC, 50~60Hz)
Output(8.4VDC/0.8A), 4hours full charge time
Temperature -10¶C ~ 40¶C (operating)
-10¶C ~ 70¶C (storage)
Environment
Conditions Humidity
30% - 80% (operating)
10% - 90% (storage)
Mechanical 37,000,000 lines
MCBF (Mean Cycle
Between failure) Head Approximately 50 Km

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Your printer box should include these items. If any items are damaged or missing,
please contact your dealer for assistance.
PORTI-SW40
Battery Pack Roll Paper
Battery Charger
Communication Cable
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OPTIONAL
Extra Charger

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1. Make sure that the printer is not receiving data; otherwise, data may be lost.
2. Open the paper cover using finger on both side of printer, and remove the remaining
paper.
3. Insert the paper roll as shown.
4. Tear the excess paper off using the edge of paper door as a tear bar.
Note : Be sure to use paper rolls that meet the specifications.
Do not use paper rolls that have the paper glued to the
core because the printer cannot detect the paper end
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The following specification is requested for Power supply.
Battery Charger : DC 8.4V/0.8A
Avoid using power supply which its power capacity of power current is extremely high.
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- Insert the Battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
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ྚGRemoving the battery pack
- Turn the printer power off and push the battery pack lock and to lift up the direction of
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ྛThe battery pack install into extra charger.
- Insert the Battery pack in the direction of the arrow.
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NOTE : ƔBefore installing or removing the battery pack, ensure the printer is
OFF.
ƔIf the printer is not used for long period of time, remove the battery
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For recharging the battery pack, install the battery pack in the printer or the extra charger.
Insert the Battery Charger to the charge connector of the printer or the extra charger.
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NOTE : ƔWhile charging the printer, turn off the printer power.
ƔDo not remove the battery during charging.
ƔThe battery is consumable parts and when purchasing, compared to
the use hour is gradually decreases. (Warranty 6 month)
ƔIf the printer is not used for a long time, unplug the power cord
from the printer and outlet.
ƔThe recharging time depends on the voltage level and ambient
temperature of the battery. Normally, if takes about 4 to 5 hours to
recharge a battery pack.
ƔRed Lamp : charging the battery.
Green Lamp: charging is finished.

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1. Press the MODE Button until the Error Lamp twinkles 5 times.
2. Change the mode and option using the MODE Button according to the MODE
(Table1).
zMODE button : use for changing OPTION status. (Error Lamp)
zFEED button : use for changing MODE status. (Power Lamp)
Ex) The defaults of the printer are : RS-232C/ 9600 bps/ 8 data bit / No parity
/ Density Low
If a user wants to modify the defaults with Protocol IrDA / 38400 bps / 7 data
bit/ even parity/ density high
XPress MODE Button until Error Lamp twinkles 5 times and release the
button.
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You will see the Power Lamp twinkles one time and the Error Lamp
twinkles 1 time.
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Press the MODE Button one time and the Error Lamp twinkles twice.
(The interface mode has set to Protocol IrDA mode)
XPress FEED button one time, Power Lamp twinkles twice and Error Lamp
twinkles 4 times
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Press MODE Button one time, Error Lamp twinkles 5 times and press
the MODE Button one more time, the Error Lamp twinkles 6 times
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XPress FEED Button one time, Power Lamp twinkles 3 times and Error Lamp
twinkles 2 times.
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Press MODE Button one time, Error Lamp twinkles one time.
(The Data Bit has set to 7 data bit)
XPress FEED Button one time, Power Lamp twinkles 4 times and Error Lamp
twinkles 1 time.
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Press MODE Button one time, Error Lamp twinkles 2 times.
(The Parity bit has set to even parity bit)
XPress FEED Button one time, Power Lamp twinkles 5 times and
Error Lamp twinkles 1 time.
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Press MODE Button one time, Error Lamp twinkles 2 times after then
press MODE Button again, the Error Lamp will twinkle 3 times.
( The density has set to High)
If all the mode have set, press the MODE Button and the FEED Button at the same time
after then release the buttons at the same time.
The printer will print out the mode status which has modified.
(PROTOCOL IrDA/ 38,400 BAUD/ 7 DATA BIT/ EVEN PARITY/ DENSITY HIGH)
If the status is not correct, please try it again according to the procedure.

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(Fig.1.9)
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POWER Lamp
(Green)
ERROR Lamp
(Red)Option
1RS-232C
2Protocol IrDA / Protocol Bluetooth
Communication
Port 1
3Standard IrDA / Bluetooth
11200 bps
22400 bps
34800 bps
49600 bps
519200 bps
638400 bps
757600 bps
Baud Rate 2
89600 bps
17 Data bit
Data Bit 3
28 Data bit
1No Parity
2Even Parity
Parity Bit 4
3Odd Parity
1Density Low
2Density Medium
Density 5
3Density High
1Default Protocol
Protocol 6
2Lotte Protocol
1No use
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The PORTI-SW40 printer has a RS-232C interface and is connected by means of a
4 pin mini USB socket. In the following table, the signals present on the Mini USB
socket are listed:
* Applicable connector : SUNG KYUNG (CM-720)
Pin No. Name Direction Function
1TxD Output Transmit Data
2RxD Input Receive Data
3CTX - -
4GND -Ground
NOTE : ƔWhen data receiving, when it removes the communication
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The PORTI-SW40 has a serial interface for bi-directional data exchange. The infrared port is the
right side of the front part.
1. To use the PORTI-SW40’s infrared port by
a Computer or a Personal Digital Assistant
(PDA) with IR port is required.
2. Position a PDA conforming to the specifications
in point not more than 50 centimeter away from
the printer’s infrared port. Make sure the two ports
are in front of each other with an angle of not more
than 15° on the four sides.

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Ensure that the two devices (PDA and Printer) are turned on, discoverable, and within close range.
Notice
If the quantity of data what printed at once is more than 20K byte on Bluetooth communication,
it would cause the buffer to overflow and the data to get damaged.
Category Specification
Bluetooth Spec. Bluetooth V1.1 / Class2 (10m)
Frequency Range 2.4GHz ISM BAND
Data Transmission Rate 57600bps Fixed.
Data bit 8 Data bit Fixed.
Parity bit No parity Fixed.
Stop bit 1 Stop bit Fixed.
1) Tap on the Bluetooth icon in
lower-right corner and run Bluetooth
manager.
2) Tap “New” Æ“Connect!”

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XButton
- MODE Button
MODE Button is for use to change communication mode.
(Refer to 2.5. ADJUSTMENT AND SETTING for details about mode conversion)
If you want to set to RS-232C Mode, just connect the communication cable to connector of
the printer and then the mode will be changed automatically.
- FEED Button
Press the FEED Button once to advance paper one line. You can also hold down the FEED
Button to feed paper continuously.
XPanel lamp
- Power : This lamp(Green) is on whenever the printer is on.
- Error : This lamp(Red) indicated an error such as paper end, or cover open, or
mode conversion ,etc.
- Battery Power :These lamps(Green) indicated the battery power remaining.
The battery gain in quantity and these lamps are on the decrease.
If so, you must recharge the battery by using the adapter.