SATO CL408-412e manual Operational Mode Selection, TEAR-OFF Mode, Continuous Mode

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Unit 3: Installation

OPERATIONAL MODE SELECTION

There are two modes of printer operation; Dispense and Continuous. The difference between the two is the way that the label and paper backing is ejected. Before printer configuration, one must determine which mode will be used. This chapter identifies the funtional defferences between the two.

TEAR-OFF MODE

With this method of operation, after printing, the printer feeds the first (outermost) label so that it is fully extended out of the printer’s front for dispensing. Printing of the next label will not begin until the prior printed label has been removed. This mode of operation is specifically suited for emmediate application at the time of print.

Upon removal of the prior printed label, the printer repositions the media so that the next label in line may be printed, then prints. The before-mentioned cycle, repeats for each consecutive label.

Printer configuration for the backfeed function may be found in the Advanced Mode of the Configuration unit in this manual. Refer to the Table of Contents for the page number.

CONTINUOUS MODE

With this mode of operation, the media remains in position for printing at all times. To do so, means that the previous printed label is only available for removal when one to four addidtional labels have been printed (quantity is depended on label size). This mode of operation is specifically suited for printing bulk quantities to be applied later.

Printer configuration for the Continuous mode of operation may be found in the Advanced Mode of the Configuration unit in this manual. Refer to the Table of Contents for the page number.

ATTENTION: Refer to the Printer Configuration unit of this manual to program the printer’s internal memory to suit individual needs using the integrated menu options. Refer to the Programming Reference document to remotely program the printer’s features and functions through a host system.

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Contents Printer Sato America, Inc Table of Contents Troubleshooting Printer ConfigurationMaintenance AppendixOffset Introduction Equipment Damage About this Manual1a, Primary Components General DescriptionOperator Panel Features LED Definition Control FeaturesOperator Panel Technical Data Power Physical CharacteristicsEnvironmental ProcessingSensing CommandMedia RibbonCharacter Font Capabilities UPC A/E Barcode CapabiltiesMSI PostnetInstallation Unpacking & Parts Identification Unpacking & Parts IdentificationPrinter Installation Site LocationCable Connection Media & Ribbon Loading Media Selection3b, Fan-fold Media Loading Operational Mode Selection TEAR-OFF ModeContinuous Mode Label Print Direction Accessories Installation unit for guidance Interface SpecificationsInterface Selection RS232C HIGH-SPEED Serial InterfaceOFF PIN Direction Signal DefinitionOFF ODD Even None OFF ON/X-OFFHost Direction READY/BUSY Cable Requirements DB9Printer ON/X-OFF Cable RequirementsPIN Assignments Signal Direction SpecificationsIEEE1284 Parallel Interface ACKSetting Dipswitch SettingsUniversal Serial BUS USB Local Area Network LAN EthernetSoftware Specifications Accessory EXT Connector PIN AssignmentsDirection Signal Definition Switch Setting 802.11G WirelessLED Indicator Status Description SsidREADY/BUSY Interface Signals EXT Accessory PortLow 0V when the printer is offline +24V +/- 10% @2A Power for external devicesWaiting 8b, Timing Chart Repeat Print Interface Signals ALL InterfacesCable Requirements 50 of 500 items in the history buffer Receive Buffer ControlInterface Installation Accessories InstallationPrinter Configuration Unit 4 Printer Configuration Dipswitch Settings DSW1 Default SettingsDSW1 Configuration Configuration Function DescriptionDSW1 Function DSW3 Default Settings Normal Mode Configuration ModesAdvanced Mode Advanced ModeUser Download Mode User Download ModeService Mode Service ModeCard Mode Card ModeDSW7 on Line + Feed + Power Protocol Initialization ModeCounters Mode Counters ModeTest Print Mode Test Print ModeYes Boot Download Mode10, Flash Memory Download Mode Flash Memory Download Mode11, Default Setting Mode Default Setting ModeOnline QTY HEX Dump Mode13, Maintenance Mode Maintenance ModeAdvanced Mode Table Normal Mode TableMenu Definition Tables Menu DescriptionPoint respectively Real-time clock is not installedStream including graphics and 2D barcodes Proportional is contemporarily preferredService Mode Table Is only a transitional menu screen for the Service Mode As most important where conflicting data existsLanguages are provided as options Operator to manage the expanded memory cardCard Mode Table Transitional menu screen to access the Counters Mode Allows the selection of which counter to be viewed to resetOr use Configuration The printer’s configuration settings Is the initial screen of the Test Print ModeBarcode The printer’s installed barcodes Font The contents of the installed fontsAlso prompts the operator on how to proceed Reboot the printer to return to normal operationSelect the Interface option for a standard download Print buffer To proceed to the Factory ModeClear Clear its Eeprom of all dataPage. These are the only two options Maintenance Mode TableTroubleshooting Error Signal Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Table Printer Creates a Blank Label No Printed ImageIncorrect Label Positioning Smeared Print ImagesCHK Troubleshooting Step Interface TroubleshootingLAN Ethernet Interface Power Test Print TroubleshootingTest Label Printing Sample Test Label Maintenance PRINTER, Excersize Care to Prevent Print Head Damage Cleaning ProceduresPrint Head Replacement Replacement Procedures1b, Print Head Replacement Interface Board Replacement Interface Board ReplacementFuse Replacement Fuse ReplacementPrint Head Balance Adjustment Adjustment Procedures5a, Print Head Alignment Print Head AlignmentHead Balance and Print Head Alignment Ribbon Guide AlignmentLabel Sensor Positioning Label Sensor PositioningRibbon Spindle Tensioning Ribbon Spindle TensioningOperational Adjustments Potentiometer DESCRIPTION/PROCEDUREDarkness Print Base Reference Position Appendix Direction Print Setup DimensionsLabel Reference Position Label Reference Position DiagramGlossary GlossaryAscii Being its mating half Bytes Collection of 8 bits used in the binary systemIs a plug male and the other is a socket female Half. The core is convexed and the cavity is concavedDram DPIEeprom Data transmission, seven additional bits are requiredTag would typically have to be removed from its object PowerNext label for printing To attach two or more objectsLED LCDOr voltage divider Primary PotentiometerRF/AIS RAMRF/DC RfidRPM ROMSAM SbplSram Glossary