SATO MB200/201i manual Printing via the RS-232C Interface

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Operation and Configuration

Printing via the RS-232C Interface

Use the following procedure to print by connecting to

acomputer or a handy terminal through an RS-232C cable option.

1.Locate the RS-232C interface port cover and lift it up to expose the port.

2.Plug one end of the RS-

232C cable firmly into the port. Make sure that the arrow mark on the

connector of the RS- 232C cable matches with the arrow mark by the side of the printer’s port.

3.Plug the other end of the RS-232C cable to the corresponding RS-232C connector of the computer or handy terminal. For information on the host device RS-232C connector, refer to the relevant instruction manual.

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Contents MB200/201i Operator’sDirectPrinterThermalManual Version SI-MB20xi-01rA-02-05-OM Iii Safety PrecautionsExample Explanation of hazard symbolsForeign Matter LiquidsDisassembly Battery careAbnormal Conditions Vii Power Supply PrecautionsViii PowerLocation Hazardous partsReplacing the Battery Pack Maintenance and CleaningLong periods of non usage When the printer is being transported Avoid placement in extreme temperaturesDo not disassemble or modify the printer Use only the specified cablesSetupUnpacking ...........the printer 54-1 Introduction Key featuresCompliance Statement Setup Part Names Part Names cont’d Functions of various parts PowerCharging the battery pack with a charger Charging Time Charging the battery pack with the printer Using the battery pack InsertionRemoval Using the battery pack cont’d Using the optional AC Adapter for power Using the optional AC Adapter for power Installing the label roll Installing the label roll cont’d Installing the label roll cont’d Installing the label roll cont’d Installing the label roll cont’d Operation and Configuration Turning the printerTurning the printer OFF Performing a Test Print Printing via the RS-232C Interface Printing via the IrDA Interface Use the following procedure to print through IrDA interfaceCheck the DIP Switches Printing via the Wireless LAN InterfaceSynchronize Bluetooth settings Printing via the Bluetooth InterfaceOptional LCD screen OnlineOptional LCD screen cont’d Adjusting Display ContrastPrinting Procedure Adjusting printing for Non-separate labels Choosing the Label Dispensing mode Type Operation Configuring Dispense modeHead Check Setting and Online Command Setting Normal modeOther Printer Modes Printer modes cont’d Test Print ModeHead Check Setting Mode Setting Head Check Area cover must be left openOnline Command Compatibility Mode Setting Online Command compatibility Cover must be left openPosition Adjustments Offset Configuration via ProgrammingOperation and Configuration Other required settings Interface SpecificationsRS-232C settings Button held down Deactivate Head Check Interface Specifications Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning and MaintenanceCleaning the Platen and Peel Roller What to do in case TroubleshootingStatus Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Basic Specifications & Optional Accessories BasicOPTBASCSpecificationsIONALSPECIFICATINSACCESSORIESPaper thickness Interfaces Mini DIN RS-232C IrDA communication Complies Switches Environmental Measure to prevent interference e.g., installing partitions Battery Items Optional AccessoriesOptional Accessories Portability enhancements Pass one end Optional Accessories cont’d Portability enhancements Basic Specifications & Optional Accessories Factory-installed options Optional Accessories cont’d Connectivity options